slabber Posted December 13, 2022 Report Share Posted December 13, 2022 Currently in dialog with Bruce for a new Contra. Would like some additional inputs. I'm ~155lbs, 5'6" and small 24MP boots. I offered up ~165cm and ~19cm waist as starting point. Bruce suggested: "166 or 168 Contra x 19 x 10 or 10.5m. The 166 has a slightly  softer mid than the 168 so despite being close in size, it is somewhat where the longer board design trend starts at the 168. Purposely done of course. The 66 is easier to bend so less effort involved. The 68 needs a bit more ooomph but gives back a bit more rebound"  I am sure he'll adapt flex to my weight regardless of which length. I am riding at a small local hill with short runs on the narrower side as I've got young kids. But I look forward to using the board at bigger spots for sure. I'm leaning towards the 168. I'd probably appreciate the longer board design trend, presumably more stable at speed etc.  But the 166 probably more maneuverable?  Anyone here have either of these lengths and can share feedback? Any other thoughts?  Edit - I should add that I've been on Burton's primarily. Current go to boards are Ultra Prime 162 and 168. I had Factory Prime 156 that was too stiff / turny.  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slabber Posted December 14, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 I've sorted with Bruce - 166 x 19 wide x 10.5m 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShortcutToMoncton Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 (edited) Seems like you’re overthinking 166 vs 168. Super minor differences between these two for your purposes. You’re coming off 20-year-old boards so just go with whatever Bruce recommends and have a blast.  Edit: congrats Edited December 14, 2022 by ShortcutToMoncton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dredman Posted December 16, 2022 Report Share Posted December 16, 2022 On 12/14/2022 at 10:03 AM, slabber said: I've sorted with Bruce - 166 x 19 wide x 10.5m That is a great one!  Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slabber Posted December 16, 2022 Author Report Share Posted December 16, 2022 1 hour ago, dredman said: That is a great one!  Enjoy! Yah, now it's just the waiting game and being patient! Super excited though.  1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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