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Both my son and I use them exclusively. We ride the bumps mostly all day and take some hard chops, and never had a failure or release. Can't say enough nice things about them. They're easy on the boards (think Titanal) and easy on the bones as they don't transmit as much chatter as the stiffer bingings. If I was going to try anything else it would be the new Bomber TD3 Intecs with the yellow.

Look back at your own post and see if you can see how you answered your questions yourself,

Old news or not, it's still fun for those who haven't seen it before. Thanks for the post.

I'd still do thermoflex. Technique doesn't always come that quickly and the achillies tendon can be damaged. I have bought many pair of thermoflex liners out of soft snowboard boots from Play it Again Sports. I just bought another one week ago for $20 including the boots. The liners had never been molded except at the factory. They replaced a pair that had been remolded several times and became brittle.

26 is correct. I tried to go to a bigger liner, and it didn't compress enough for a smaller shell. If you have a problem with the liner being too small you can always add a footbed

Vahur is correct. The better you get the less you depend on the rear foot. There's a lot less pressure the more comfortable you get on your board, but that takes some time. If you keep aggravating it in the mean time, you are destined for some hurt, and maybe permanent hurt.

I'd drop my heel first. I had the same problem when I first started. The only thing that cured it was to get a full themoflex liner. I tried to carve out liners and pushed the boot shell out, but neither worked. Thermoflex liners took it all away, and the "Pump Bump" went away. Also check you socks to see if they are too coarse a weave.

Had a lower cut pair of Raichle boots that cut my calf at exactly the wrong height, and were painful. Got rid of them and got rid of that problem. Had some problems with my other Raichle that ended up being the liners. The liners were a bit too short and didn't disperse the pressure from the shells. Cured when I remolded the Thermoflex liners, and pulled them 2" higher than the shells. Now when I mold the Thermo's I gently pull the liners higher than the shell before I step into the shell. Good Luck.

From the information that I received from an un-named source is that the fruit of the coffee bean has the highest level of antioxidents of all. It will be coming to many new products in the not too distant future.

Don't let anyone tell you that you don't have a right to go without a helmet. It's totally up to your comfort level. Any chance you're on the organ donor's list?

Only carve when I'm forced to, but it's entirely enjoyable when there are no other options.

Was on an icy cat-track, slightly downhill facing maybe 15 degree pitch, around 3 mph. Turned to see where my wife was and then I was looking straight up at the sky. Giro 9 dented-head not. Brain no more scambled than usual. Wear a helmet, please. A concussion, even slight, will affect your coordination for a week or more, so stay away from those activities that require it.

How much the TD3 Intec actually weighs? My Christmas present for myself depends on it. Other ideas for presents are: 16" Disco ball for the Steeple. Rigid in-line sawzall. New President. Slim Devices Transporter. Fountain of youth. Debilitating plague for spores (nothing fatal). Complete collapse of Condo prices at Whistler, Big Sky, Big Mountain, Cougerville and Telluride. Becoming Bruce Vasarva's guinea pig for off-piste boards with camber and snap. World peace. So far 1 out of 10 is pretty good.

I'm sure you'll get opinions both ways. Here's mine. I like the flex with the plastic base. It sucks up the vibration and smooths out the ride especially on uneven terrain and chopped up groomers. I don't like the energy transfer from a metal base and when you have the option to turn when you feel like it and not on a race course, you can go more with the flow. A little more surfy. Never had a problem with them being too sloppy. The other plus is they seem to be easier on the snowboard itself. See some of the old threads on boards breaking at the edge of some of the metal plate bindings. I don't think you'd have a problem with the new TD3s.

I didn't like the way the cable felt inside the liner, and it kept shifting around. I used a dremel tool and ran the cable away from the ankle and out the boot behind the power strap. It stays in precisely the same spot and no ankle problems. Two seasons and no problems.

Actually the first thing my wife remembers about me, was when I asked her 30 years ago-"Do you have a sister?" We started dating in 2002, and married in 2006.

I used to use the dakine spiked, and had to take all kinds of precautions when moving multiple boards. So I just quit using them all together. I found just tucking my back boot tight to the front gives me as much control as I need, and actually lets me get more leverage on both heel and toeside off the lift. When I say I tuck 'em, I really mean cramming it in tight.

Absolutely correct. Thanks

You know if it makes just one kid think about the consequences and saves him from crippling himself-it's worth it. As far as lawyers go-depends on which side you're looking from, but they are parsitical in nature just in the way they assess fees to "Help you".

You say you're not a complete tool. Can you give a percentage to determine what part tool you are? Hey guys help him out. Sounds like someone who really is serious. If you're out in the Pacific NW, you can come for some serious lessons in the bumps. No need to buy me a pass, save it for airfare.

Hadn't seen this before. Can't say that I don't think this is a bad idea. Makes some sense to let kids know what might happen to them (not to mention old kids). Hope they continue on this track and have the park safely constructed. Obviously done in order to stave off additional lawsuits, and hopefully injuries. Mission Ridge and Stevens Pass will require safety course before using terrain parksPosted by Craig Hill @ 08:29:53 am Stevens Pass and Mission Ridge are following the lead of the Summit at Snoqualmie this season and will require safety training before using their terrain parks. To get a season pass to the terrain park you will have to: - Watch a safety video. - Sign a waiver or, for youth, get a waiver signed by your parent or guardian. - Pay a $5 per season for your season terrain park pass. Click here for more details and to download a copy of the waiver.

Thanks for the tips on music. Very fun. Typed in Pandora.com and your list--all kinds of good stuff I've never heard of.

Out every day and at lunch if I sit down with friends. Thermoflex just slides in and out without a worry. Another great reason for the T-flex aside from feeling like your feet are in a supportive bedroom slipper.

Burton Reactors. US size small 10 to large 9 men's street shoes. Didn't use these much at all. Started doing bumps and they were a too stiff. Lots of life in them, and good shape overall, and they don't stink.