GeoffV Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 Mike do you have the 5mm as well? If you do please post a comparison review. I wouldn't get a chance to get on the 4mm until our ECES. BBP on ice :1luvu::1luvu: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowrider Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 so, you were second and Bruce was first? Unfortunatly not me ArcRider was the lucky 2nd place winner. Risking his life racing with the SGP. Bruce won't give up a first place finish to anyone. Lovely conditions +7 deg C. and all the rain you could swallow. Goggles wouldn't work because of the rain,the best results were to keep eyes shut and open them as little as possible. Fog thick enough you couldn't see the top from the bottom. Overall a great day of racing for all ages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGogoussier Posted March 6, 2011 Report Share Posted March 6, 2011 And today one of those home built plates (the original SGP prototype now retired) was on a board ridden by a senior class rider that placed second in the Final Ontario provincial races today. The actual first place winner was riding his own home built Coiler without a plate. ...and today a junior riding the home built contraption depicted in post #764 above won the U15 race at Owl's Head to finish the Coupe Québec season #1 in that category. In rain and fog on a course that got rutted almost knee deep in a hurry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike T Posted March 7, 2011 Report Share Posted March 7, 2011 Mike do you have the 5mm as well? If you do please post a comparison review. I wouldn't get a chance to get on the 4mm until our ECES.BBP on ice :1luvu::1luvu: Nope - I rode the 4mm at SES and loved it, never got around to trying the 5mm but got a pretty good idea that I didn't need to after watching others on the 5mm and hearing their comments and comparisons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JL53 Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 ...and today a junior riding the home built contraption depicted in post #764 above won the U15 race at Owl's Head to finish the Coupe Québec season #1 in that category. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted July 2, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 2, 2011 Reposted from 2012 Board Porn thread: So Tinkler went with the sliding component actually being the plate. It's an option that most of the plate makers will have considered. I certainly did, and then discarded it on the basis of controlling the wear on the plate, especially the wear due to lateral forces between plate and pins and the necessity to keep the sliding portions away from the bindings.If Mike Tinkler sees this can he comment or explain how he dealt with this potential issue, please. SunSurfer I think you will see more of the results of the on snow testing in the coming months. Or, if you are up at Timberline you might see them in action sooner:eplus2: I was the first to ride his latest Plate system and I think it is going to definitely turn some heads. Keep in mind Tinkler systems have been a part of the Olympics from the beginning. He has been to the big show and knows the demands placed on the systems well. Both US Olympians were on his plates. Post count as of 07022011 57,276 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunSurfer Posted July 3, 2011 Report Share Posted July 3, 2011 Thanks for reposting in this thread, this is the more appropriate place for any response from MT to be followed through. I am well aware of the experience and knowledge of the designer, which makes any comments he makes well worth reading. SunSurfer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted September 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2011 Worth a "Repost" from the JJA snowboards thread. I think Ace is expressing a reasonable and common thought in regards to the plate design option of a UPM or 4x4 pattern option. Originally Posted by *Ace* Is it a special insert patterm or UPM? Sounds like a terrible idea to have your insert pattern just for your own plate system. How many racers would really buy these boards PLUS the plates and not be able to mix and match? I don't think I would buy a JJA snowboard, a board that has yet to claim any podiums or titles, if I couldn't use a Bomber Boiler Plate. At the same time, why buy a plate that won't fit on my fleet of Kesslers or ANY OTHER SNOWBOARD? Ace. This is a fair statement for many. Keep in mind that some of those in cutting edge of developing these systems may not be focused on the rec rider. For those looking for the very ultimate system it is probably not a priority to make money through sales nor exchangeability on multiple boards. It is important to remember the focus, what is the builders goal? I know it is hard to rationalize some times that everyone is not here to make a killing. It is not always about the money, it is not always about you or "us". Sometimes it is about building the finest product that suites you and those around you. Fortunately there are those that can and do build products for "us", the rec riders , racers etc. Donek and Bomber systems are perfect examples. I do also accept that does NOT mean they are or are not the "best" system. We are fortunate that these companies, individuals are willing to put so much effort into them. It is a good thing! __________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted September 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2011 Additional testing on Mt Hood wrapped up last week. Lots of great feedback. Reposted from Mike's FB page: Custom Tinkler A.R.T. Plate. Total weight 44.oz Includes all hardware Fawcett just finished a week of testing at Hood and gives it a big thumbs up. Head to head with Apex. 2lbs lighter and at $485 it's a winner! Would love to have you on it. At 2lbs lighter he thinks SL is going to be great. Extra board set ups would only be $65 each. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted September 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2011 Video Jasey-Jay Anderson's Plate set up. http://www.rds.ca/ski/chroniques/326869.html Starting at approx the one minute mark His website: http://www.jaseyjay.com/ Facebook Link http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=36261317996 On snow photo at Mt Hood / Timberline / Oregon in Sept. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ursle Posted September 23, 2011 Report Share Posted September 23, 2011 Additional testing on Mt Hood wrapped up last week. Lots of great feedback. Looks like rail slides similar to the Vist, one stance option, what's the stance width? Are there different choices? Weight and price are good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted September 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2011 Looks like rail slides similar to the Vist, one stance option, what's the stance width? Are there different choices? Weight and price are good. I believe this particular plate was built to a single stance for a particular rider. I know that Mike, myself and most of the proto type riders are all riding in the 20" center to center stance range. Multiple stance patterns will be the norm. Overall this plate in not at all similar to the Viste system. Very clean, light, low and few parts. I am anxious to get back on the newest builds. I have a couple new boards with this design in the works. I rode Mike's GS proto end of last season. Did not have perfect grooming and it still worked like a champ. I personally am asking allot from Mike on my next board. It will be combining all of his design methods. TNT, Snow Stix, Plate and board shapes. Good fun ahead! Bryan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted December 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Another example of the custom Tinkler plates being created and shipped. Looking forward to getting feedback from the new users. I have been asked the height. This can be different depending on plate thickness. Mine is 29mm from top of snowboard to top of plate at the axles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted December 12, 2011 Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Care to tell us what the two nuts are for? Are there bumpers under the plate to change how the board interacts with the plate? Or something like SnowStix on the underside to change how the plate flexes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted December 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Care to tell us what the two nuts are for? Are there bumpers under the plate to change how the board interacts with the plate? Or something like SnowStix on the underside to change how the plate flexes? Hi Corey. Yes, allows the rider to change the flex / rebound characteristics of the interaction between the plate and the snowboard. Additional photos of another plate/snowboard set up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted December 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Additional photos of the carbon Tinkler/ snowboard and top plate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heroshmero Posted December 12, 2011 Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Wow Bryan, that rig is SEXY! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted December 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Wow Bryan, that rig is SEXY! The all black carbon combo is nice isn't it? Local riders are buying up boards and plates from Mike, SO, hopefully you will be seeing some at Mt Bachelor too!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heroshmero Posted December 12, 2011 Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 The all black carbon combo is nice isn't it? The fit and finish of his stuff is always top notch and impressive. What are the bolts for that are nearest to the center of the plate (the ones that aren't tightened down all the way)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted December 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 They are adjusters that allow you to change the way the plate and board work together. Tuning turn initiation / travel. http://www.bomberonline.com/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=359754&postcount=790 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Tat Posted December 12, 2011 Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 They are adjusters that allow you to change the way the plate and board work together. Tuning turn initiation / travel. http://www.bomberonline.com/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=359754&postcount=790 Brian, You're going to have to get Mike to stop using those bolts in the center of the plate, this is the third time I've seen you answer that question. Speaking of which what are they used for again? Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
www.oldsnowboards.com Posted December 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Brian,You're going to have to get Mike to stop using those bolts in the center of the plate, this is the third time I've seen you answer that question. Speaking of which what are they used for again? Dave Dave, :) Thanks for noticing. I am going to just give a different explaination each time. ;) Earlier tonight I BEGGED Mike to post his discription of the adjusters. He is too smart to fall for that trap!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pokkis Posted December 12, 2011 Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Luckily Mike answered me for same question too when i asked that after getting my plate :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted December 12, 2011 Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Haha, I asked "A or B", you said "Yes!" ;) I'm highly skeptical of any system that doesn't post the nitty gritty details. It's just weird to not want to show off the details of the product. I'm way more likely to buy a plate system from someone that shows exactly how their pivots/sliders/mounts/adjusters work over vague descriptions. See the awesome Bomber and Donek pictures & videos for comparison. Demos at SES? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowrider Posted December 12, 2011 Report Share Posted December 12, 2011 Can i throw out a guess and say little carbon torsion rods, Or rods that bow when compressed.The exact type of tuning that would make a soft plate harder. That would be cool eh ?? One plate that satisfies most riding conditions (the holy grail of plates maybe not so elusive).Let me know if i'm close ! ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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