I believe you haha, that's a main reason why I'm on this forum, to learn from others' trials and errors thank you!
Sean said that "Depending on the plate design, the UPM can provide a far more immediate edge engagement [compare to 4x4]." Is this the reason why you're keen on the UPM system? And do you mean that the UPM system is on its way out? Why is that?
Have you tried Allflex/Iron Rock plate + board btw? I'm still new to all these things, but wondering how Allflex compares to UPM. What's your thoughts on this Kessler 180 with UPM? These have Allflex pattern but not sure if the large GS sidecut radius is suitable for me at this point. This 4x4 Oxess is also pretty nice though, I see you're also interested haha!
Gotcha, let me think through what system I want to get in on and I'll pester him thanks for the tip!
Definitely felt that when I was at Valle Nevado last month! I was drawing my line in pow and carving down icy slopes all on the SW62
I did call Sports Hub at some point and checked with them what Moss boards they have in stock, but didn't end up ordering from them. I feel very particular about the topsheet design of the board, so I reviewed all the topsheet design from past years, and narrowed down on which model years I want between the PQ60, SW62, and SW70. In the end I picked the 18-19 SW62 from The Easy Rider up in Alberta Canada. Below is a picture of me at Valle Nevado. I was riding it with my Phantom bindings and boots which I bought to use for backcountry stuff this coming winter. I agree with the person that sold you the PQ60 that your 17-18 PQ60 has the most beautiful topsheet of all PQ60s through the years. I'm hoping to get the latest 23-24 PQ60 myself because I like its red color (looks very vibrant in one of the video Moss shared on instagram).
Sorry to hear that and hope the best for your recovery! Absolutely down for a play date! I live in the Bay and drove up to Tahoe pretty much every other weekend last winter. I think I'll be at Palisades most weekend this coming winter and probably will also be driving to Mammoth if condition allows (I fell in love with Mammoth this spring, ended up going till end of July ). Do you have the Ikon or Epic pass?