Snowriter Posted April 25, 2008 Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 Okay, here's the deal. My main ax at the moment is a Burton T6, which I really love. It's a great ripper board. BUT ... Before I picked up the T6, I spent most of my time on an old school Burton Twin (the Ouija Board to be exact - got a decade out of that thing!). While, I love the T6, there are times where I don't want to be that aggressive, or I want to hit some areas with questionable cover and not have to worry about screwing up the base. So basically, I'm looking for a second board that I can mess around on. I'm mostly a freerider. Don't spend any time in the pipe, and can barely ride fakie (though I want to improve my fakie riding). Most people are recommending the Burton Custom or Custom X, but I've never been a fan of the Custom. It's always felt too clunky for my taste. Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdea Posted April 25, 2008 Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 the smallest tanker? ride timeless? never summer premier? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
refried Posted April 25, 2008 Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 O-Sin 3800, nice do everything board and they're cheap if you can still find one. I think I spent more time on these than any other board this year. Arbor Crossbow, not as stiff as a 3800, but it's another good all mountain board. the A-Frame is also nice but it's as stiff as a T6. The 172 Tanker is also a great board but I haven't spent that much time on one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NateW Posted April 25, 2008 Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 Hard boots or soft? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted April 25, 2008 Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 look for longer length and longer sidecut radius. A longer radius will allow you to chill out and "surf" more, without always wanting to turn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowriter Posted April 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 Hard boots or soft? Soft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowriter Posted April 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 look for longer length and longer sidecut radius. A longer radius will allow you to chill out and "surf" more, without always wanting to turn. Okay, but will that cause any problems with tight turns in the trees or narrow trails? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueB Posted April 25, 2008 Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 O-Sin 3800, nice do everything board and they're cheap if you can still find one. I think I spent more time on these than any other board this year. Very true. I can hook you up with 163 length... Email me if interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcarver Posted April 25, 2008 Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 They 3800 is my go to board for softies too. It has a fairly large radius like 8.8M for the 163 and 9.4M for the 169. Have no problem in the trees, bumps, tight spots, etc. It is a great resort pow board too. I used to ride Arbor A-frames but like the 3800 better as an all around board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flash Posted April 25, 2008 Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 Try one of the LibTech boards with Magne-Traction. I picked up a TRS 162 this year and was very happy with it. Great all-around board and the Magne-Traction is no joke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
photodad2001 Posted April 25, 2008 Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 Lib Tech TRS 167. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowriter Posted April 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 26, 2008 Also, FWIW, the Twin was a 156 and the T6 is a 159, so I'm used to a shorter board, though I've had no real trouble when I go up to 162 (heck, years ago I rode the Burton Dragon 173 and had a ball). Anyone have any thoughts on the Arbors? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcarver Posted April 27, 2008 Report Share Posted April 27, 2008 Go with an older Woodie if you can find one. They are a nice board with softer flex than the A-frame. I think the new version of that is called the Element. It is also very pretty with the Koa topsheet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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