paragonUE Posted October 21, 2008 Report Share Posted October 21, 2008 So I bought this new board for this season, an 02-03 173 Volkl Renntiger I just started hardbooting last season, on a 99 burton FP 160, rattraps and burton winds. I'm about 6'0" and 150 lbs depending on what I had for dinner, and the burton was a little bit noodly and soft under my feet. Is the renntiger going overboard? I hear that theyre pretty stiff and demanding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted October 21, 2008 Report Share Posted October 21, 2008 I came from a Burton Alp 169 and an Oxygen Proton 178, the Volkls were a nice step right in the middle. I have both 168 and 178 RT boards (my avatar shot is me on the 178 RT). They're pretty fun for me at 205 lbs, they're a little softer than I'd like but not bad. They do much better in icy conditions than my Donek FC1 171. On a good snow day I'd pick the Donek though. If the price was right you'll have a lot of fun and learn a bunch - assuming it's not too stiff for your weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pow Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 You just need some harder bindings (read=any bindings) than your rat traps! be vigilant, i saw at least 3 pair of decent binders go while you were snoozin:sleep: Dont use the big sidecut as a crutch though:nono: bend the knees and keep your head up or youll be a green run grommit forever:eplus2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pow Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 does GMC have a jym? work ze legs und become ze Brunnernator! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pow Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 perhaps the blax (F2 carve rs w/different paint) in the classifieds would be a good choice (100 OBO!) just make sure theyre not stepin/intec, get some pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paragonUE Posted October 22, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 yes GMC does have a gym, but what college student has time for working out? and I just emailed a guy about some nitros Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allee Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 I took my new to me 173 Coiler out for the first time last season, and crept on over to the green run expecting to get my butt kicked - it was the longest board I'd ever been on, and I was as nervous as hell ... One run, and I went back over to the blue/black stuff. One day with your RT, and you'll wonder how you ever rode that Burton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skategoat Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 I'm guessing you will love the board but if you decide it's too long, I have a Volkl RT 168 in perfect shape if you'd like to trade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Algunderfoot Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 Paragon, I did a Burton Coiler 166 to a 173 RT upgrade in "03, and it was a perfect step in hindsight. The RT will force you to work the board more, (especially at 160 bones) and develop your techniques to get it to respond. Two suggestions, one make sure the edges are fresh and sharp -1 bevel, 89-88 side angle, and let it run...speed is your friend here as this board does not work very well going slow. It took me awhile to trust it. By the middle of my second season on it I upgraded to the Prior WCR, 187. This WCR may still be available a year & half from now as I am getting little interest on it in the for sale post. Look me up when your ready I give you special discount..... Have fun this season!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEJ Posted October 23, 2008 Report Share Posted October 23, 2008 Don't let the length scare you, you just have to be more proactive. I found this out when going from a 164 FP to a 177 Nidecker. Like Al said, you will need more speed to make it work. Point it down and count to five before you make the first turn.You will also need an 'attack the hill' mentality at first. Sort of over do everything. Aggressive, weight forward, driving the knees yelling "Got your a** now" kind of thing. (You're gonna love it! Besides the speed you will feel much more stable.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skategoat Posted October 23, 2008 Report Share Posted October 23, 2008 Don't let the length scare you, you just have to be more proactive. I found this out when going from a 164 FP to a 177 Nidecker. Like Al said, you will need more speed to make it work. Point it down and count to five before you make the first turn.You will also need an 'attack the hill' mentality at first. Sort of over do everything. Aggressive, weight forward, driving the knees yelling "Got your a** now" kind of thing. (You're gonna love it! Besides the speed you will feel much more stable.) Just be careful not to fold the nose when riding like that. I seem to have one bad, board or bone breaking crash every season riding that way. I would say ease into a more aggressive, attacking style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave ESPI Posted October 24, 2008 Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 Sup hommie ! Just remember... you need to keep a leash on that tiger... or else it will bite you whenyou are not expecting it...... Speed is good. The RT I was on borrowed from a co-worker last season was indeed a fun board, but once "engaged", you had to really torq it to get it to recover from a hard lean, or else...........well.... it gets mean. Staying Neutral Body Positioned on it is really a key aspect to making it drive like a dreamboat ...... or you are FUBAR and screaming Yardsale! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Buggs Posted October 24, 2008 Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 You are going to be surprised how easy that board rides. Dont be intimidated by it, its just a board and will do what YOU tell it to do. That board will not require you to yell at it, it will do exactly what you ask as long as you ask it the right way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paragonUE Posted October 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 thanks for the reassurance, its an intimidating board, looks like I might end up mounting emerys on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted October 24, 2008 Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 Yeah, 'intimidating' isn't the right word for it. It's downright 'playful' compared to an Oxygen Proton and 'reliable' compared to a Burton Alp. If you thought the previous Burton was soft, this will likely feel great to you. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Dahl Posted October 24, 2008 Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 You are going to worry that poor board to death before you even get on it! I went from a very soft 167 to the Renntiger, as long as your game is good on those first days, you will be fine. Once you learn it, you'll be suprised how tight you can force it when needed. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paragonUE Posted October 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 just picked up all my gear from my home and brought it to my dorm:biggthump any comments on emery bindings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skategoat Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Just be careful with old bindings. Inspect with a magnifying glass. Look for stress cracks or anything bent. If in doubt, discard and buy new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Buggs Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 I have some used bindings here I might have a good deal on. Emery's are like 20 years old:eek: Personally I would pass on them. Do you have a picture of them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paragonUE Posted October 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 the pair that CSsmith has for sale with a renntiger http://www.bomberonline.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=22104 The reason I'm looking at them is the price, you cant really beat 65 bucks with shipping:D, Id rather have a pair of burton standard plates, or something in that family, but people are getting a bit outrageous with the prices on those bindings, $100-150 is a bit much for some old race plates in my opinion:confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Buggs Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 Do you have intec heels yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paragonUE Posted October 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 unfortunatly no Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Buggs Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 I would invest the $50 to get them and your options would open up significantly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Dahl Posted October 26, 2008 Report Share Posted October 26, 2008 There's a guy on splitboard.com with a pair of F2 bail type bindings for sale for $100. Don't remember the thread, fairly recent one in the classifieds. Has just a board in the title...Arbor Element thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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