Corran Posted March 13, 2018 Report Share Posted March 13, 2018 So I took out the Moss Wing Swallow for the first time today. As a starting point I set up the bindings the same was as my modified O'Sin. Hooo boy is it different. At first I thought it rode remarkably like my 1993 Sims Kidwell. First run... I didn't love it. I was really bummed... 4-5 runs later I was really getting into it and by the end of the day, I was stoked. I can push my O'Sin a lot harder on the groomer, and especially when hitting ice, and it's a more stable predictable ride. But I can really whip the Moss around, and in mixed terrain, especially as soon as there is even a couple of inches of fluff, it's amazing. I've moved both bindings forward an inch for tomorrow, and given the snow we have falling, should get some good snow conditions tomorrow. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poloturbo Posted March 13, 2018 Report Share Posted March 13, 2018 Really nice Moss. Like it. Owl's head tomorrow morning. Finally can take the old Dupraz out. ☺ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryj Posted March 14, 2018 Report Share Posted March 14, 2018 Beautiful board Corran! As for setting up your bindings......I'm on my 4th Moss and from my experience - Forget What You Think You Know About Where To Set Your Bindings With A Moss. Start with centering your bindings over the recommended "dot" pattern on the inserts...... I swear, no matter what I think I need, I always end up with my binding centered on the dot with one foot and within 1 set of insets of the "recommended dot pattern" on the other foot. Start There and the Moss will speak to you - Trust Me! Here's a new Moss MMD and a close up of the recommended center "dot" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mig Posted March 14, 2018 Report Share Posted March 14, 2018 @Corran if you like tapered setback shapes and ever want to give a chance to a local Quebec company, please check us out. https://fullbag.com/ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corran Posted March 15, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 On 3/13/2018 at 8:04 PM, barryj said: Beautiful board Corran! As for setting up your bindings......I'm on my 4th Moss and from my experience - Forget What You Think You Know About Where To Set Your Bindings With A Moss. Start with centering your bindings over the recommended "dot" pattern on the inserts...... I swear, no matter what I think I need, I always end up with my binding centered on the dot with one foot and within 1 set of insets of the "recommended dot pattern" on the other foot. Start There and the Moss will speak to you - Trust Me! Here's a new Moss MMD and a close up of the recommended center "dot" I got there quite by chance on my own - was struggeling to get it dialed in and then ended up centered on their insert pattern, and also 1" narrower than what I usually ride and it solved it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryj Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 Corran Ha! The Moss Whisperer! FWIW - Why this got moved into "Off Topic" is baffling to me...and a little insulting! Seems this is more on topic than.... Achy KneesI Asked Admin why...no answer yet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philw Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 Those big boys can't carve powder boards I think is why. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pokkis Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 Why one should carve on powder board or even with fr-board? Proper boards carve so much better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueB Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 54 minutes ago, barryj said: Corran Ha! The Moss Whisperer! FWIW - Why this got moved into "Off Topic" is baffling to me...and a little insulting! Seems this is more on topic than.... Achy KneesI Asked Admin why...no answer yet. Probably should be in All-mountain riding or board review sections... I don't see anything too strange about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueB Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 2 minutes ago, pokkis said: Why one should carve on powder board or even with fr-board? Proper boards carve so much better Why one shouldn't carve on everything, when back on piste? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pokkis Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 It means usually that you look for stiff bindings and stiff boots. But i see that you can carve on anything, just don't get point. Been there, done that, and now getting out of that due don't get any benefit of that. I rather ride with optimal gear for powder riding when riding on soft boots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueB Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 Back to Moss topic, what's the point of the wings? They seem detrimental in anything but bottomless pow... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corran Posted March 15, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 52 minutes ago, BlueB said: Back to Moss topic, what's the point of the wings? They seem detrimental in anything but bottomless pow... Well I assumed so you could have the release edge without rocker. But have rocker when you need it. Not entirely sure yet if it does more than look awesome lol... Yesterday das a foot of fresh powder. It was odd at first aver I felt like I was constantly about to go over the bars, which defeats the point of the shape but figured out that it was just sticky snow as everyone was going ass over tea kettle. I narrowed my stance an inch and centered them on the inserts and that made a big difference. Is still weird feeling but I'm enjoying the challenge of figuring out a new board i can't just jump on and drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poloturbo Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 Was out there yesterday also. One of the most fun day of this year. The Dupraz slayed everything in is path. I mean litarelly killing everything. Snowboarders , skiers . Heavy powder Had 4 snowboarders stop me lol to know was I was riding. My friend couldn't believe how fast I could go. Still like my beat up Dupraz for pow Next when it dies is a Fullbag Lifer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 6 hours ago, barryj said: Corran Ha! The Moss Whisperer! FWIW - Why this got moved into "Off Topic" is baffling to me...and a little insulting! Seems this is more on topic than.... Achy KneesI Asked Admin why...no answer yet. Hi guys. I'm helping Fin with the administration of the forum during this transitional period. I was also a moderator from 2003 to 2013. The original post in this thread is about a powder board, and does not mention carving. Also, discussing powder boards that happen to carve ok was never the intent of the Carving Central forum. Nor is Carving Central simply a catch-all for "adult snowboarding". This thread also does not belong in the All-Mountain Hardbooting forum. No shame in the Off Topic forum whatsoever! Thanks for your participation and understanding. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryj Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 Makes sense Jack, Thanks for the clarification there Admin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corran Posted March 16, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2018 No worries jack (FYI - I use it as a soft boot carving board, not a powder board - just happened to have powder yesterday) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryj Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 Moss Squadron Alert! Another ft. of POW for Tahoe Weds. night!! It ain't over yet!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 Looks like the images in the OP did not survive the migration, feel free to re-post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poloturbo Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 Nice. Lucky you. Does a Moss work in slush? I'll find out this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryj Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 PT - Moss is a Slush Slayer! You'll Love It!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 Barry, do you work for Moss? Or sponsored by them? I ask because it seems that their name comes up VERY often in your posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryj Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 2 hours ago, Corey said: Barry, do you work for Moss? Or sponsored by them? Ha! No, not sponsored!, I wish I got free rides from Moss! Just a big fan...and to take the opportunity to push some buttons of the pundits here that show disdain at my "steep angles on such a wide board" ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poloturbo Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 Looks real cool. Will look better on snow. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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