PeterC Posted February 2, 2005 Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 I'm a 43 year old, 190lbs old time snowboarder (1981 bungee swallowtail) I've started snowboarding with my kids now @ Snowbird & I have to admit I'm a carver. I've been looking on ebay & could use some suggestions... would it be better to go for something like a used beater Nideker nextstep 159, a used Burton fp154, rossignol throttle 167 or a newish f2 154... they're all around $100. I'll probably go with a Raichle sb123 boot & whatever bindings I can get... Any insight would be great. Thanks, Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hagen Posted February 2, 2005 Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 I would think that the boards in the 150s are a little bit too short for you - go for the 167. Hagen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Sub Posted February 2, 2005 Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 yeah...even up to a low to mid 170s would be ok, BUT you dont NEED a big board to learn to carve. they just handle speed a little better. I have this MLY 167...would probably qualify as a "boardercross" board, but believe me it carves beautifully, and Im 210 or so. dont forget to check the classifieds here. tons of stuff for sale and cycles pretty regularly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirror70 Posted February 2, 2005 Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 If you don't want it, can you send me a link to the F2? I'm in love with my 153 F2 Speedster SL and am thinking of picking up a second one so I can ride rails with a clear conscience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tilledog Posted February 2, 2005 Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 I have a bunch of demo boards and I'm local. Drop me a line and we'll be glad to set you up to give it a shot. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Sub Posted February 2, 2005 Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 gotta love this place Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterC Posted February 2, 2005 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 I signed up for the wtc. I'll be in your neck of the woods in about a week. Thanks for the offer..I'll give you a call then, Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aracan Posted February 2, 2005 Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 If you do get the Raichle 123's I suggest you upgrade them by replacing the velcro strap on the shell with a buckle. It was my first boot, and pretty soon I found it a bit unresponsive on toeside turns. The top buckle cured that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterC Posted February 2, 2005 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 Would that be true with some old Burton Freecarves too? There's a apair of those on ebay as well. Thanks, Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdea Posted February 2, 2005 Report Share Posted February 2, 2005 I would suggest a Deeluxe Suzuka formerly known as the Raichle AF 600 with a thermoflex liner the cants on the older SB Raichles are junk Head makes good boots as well but I have not owned a pair what ever toy do put a thermoflex in it if it does not come with one custom footbeds are huge plus as well and are just as beneficial in your softboots if not more so Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ar(angel Posted February 3, 2005 Report Share Posted February 3, 2005 boards come and go, but boots usually stick around awhile. That might even make an interesting poll.....what's your boot to board ratio...? Anyway, I think the 167 is a good choice as well for your weight (although you didn't mention your height). Had a Rossi 171 Accellorator (similar to Throttle) and loved it, but sold it to help pay for my F2 which I absolutely LOVE!!! Either way get some gear and join the club, you're gonna be glad you did, Good luck, Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterC Posted February 3, 2005 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2005 I'm a goofy 6'1...getting a pair of raichles with new thermo fit liners... the boards I'm drooling on now are a speed 178 (might have to grow into it) an Oxygen 170 (droooool), a UP162, The throttle 167 is still in there & has bindings & there's an ALP 163 w/bindings I was trying for a package price of around $200 but the oxygen, up & the 178 would put me over... so I'm trying not to rush but still get it by yesterday...it's only $$$$ right, Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ar(angel Posted February 3, 2005 Report Share Posted February 3, 2005 then maybe the Speed, 178 isn't to long, you'll get used to it (the Burner in my avatar is a 178). $$$$ is definitely a factor but be patient, you'll be amazed at how much gear is out there if you look, Good luck, Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterC Posted February 3, 2005 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2005 I ride a 4807 178 on the fluffy days. It looks right to my brain to be riding something as tall as me, but I wasn't sure, Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Sub Posted February 3, 2005 Report Share Posted February 3, 2005 Originally posted by bobdea the cants on the older SB Raichles are junk and the one on the suzuka isnt? :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted February 3, 2005 Report Share Posted February 3, 2005 the cants on the older SB Raichles are junk ... and a pain in the A$$ to replace if they're stripped out. Just replaced both medial and lateral cant adj. on one of my 224s - NOT fun:mad: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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