skatha Posted August 19, 2005 Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 Oh well, so much for promises...I took the plunge and got some Deeluxe Lemans and some X-bones bindings.... I can't resist a good sale.... And, I plan to get some molded foot beds -I have to, I have flat feet But.....Do I complete the emsemble and get that Nidecker board I'm lusting for or should I stick with the Burton Feelgood ES I bought last seaon..... Just to let you know...I have my trusty old Custom for rocks/spring conditions... The Feelgood was originally planned for pristine conditions I just picked up my 4807 I bought in March-of course, for powder...but, too often that's a unrealized dream for us Gulf Coasters....It's staying in the cabin in CO-I hope to be there the next time we get a dump like in March 2003 I'm planning for the long haul here-retirement is only 10-12 years away.... ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Randy S. Posted August 19, 2005 Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 Look for a cool board in the classifieds section of BOL. There are always great deals there. Don't skimp on the footbeds. The best are worth it. Congrats on the purchase, don't mess up your floors wearing them around the house praying for snow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamran Posted August 19, 2005 Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 Randy, You must be bored. I see you replying to so many threads lately. Hmm,..where is D-sub>? p.s. I am bored too,..where is the snow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lonerider Posted August 19, 2005 Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 Randy,You must be bored. I see you replying to so many threads lately. Hmm,..where is D-sub>? p.s. I am bored too,..where is the snow? D-Sub left BOL mysteriously, even had Fin remove his account. Hey Skatha... I have a Donek Incline 155 in cherry red that I would let go for $185 shipped if you are interested. It would be a decent stepping stone to an alpine board, will throw in one of the following: Dakine Tuning Kit (2 files, wax, scraper, ptex candle, scraper). Dakine Stomp Pad (board already comes with two mini-pads) Dakine Heel Anchor (noticeably helps with heel-lift, even with thermoflex liners, this is my extra set). (I leave on a one week vacation Saturday)... think about it... I need to make room for more snowboards!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skatha Posted August 19, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 Randy,You must be bored. I see you replying to so many threads lately. Hmm,..where is D-sub>? p.s. I am bored too,..where is the snow? Of course, we're ALL bored...that's why were hanging with our peeps in cyberspace.... No TDF... preseason football.... NHL...twice burned...is it going to be worth the emotional risk... Astros tanking again...4 great pitchers, one of whom has one of the best batting averages on the team(never a good sign in the NL).... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted August 19, 2005 Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 It will be a carving machine compared to the Feelgood. Why spend all that money on gear and trips from the gulf to CO, only to ride a compromise board. Get what you want and enjoy yourself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skatha Posted August 19, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 A-Ha..... Spoken like a true shopping "sista"....(I know you're a guy, but the girls here understand what I mean).... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted August 19, 2005 Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 (snap snap snap, head weave) I am an expert at talking friends into big ticket purchases. Snowboards, guitars, motorcycles, cars... Speaking of big tickets, anyone want a pair of tix to the Rolling Stones in Boston on Sunday? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skatha Posted August 19, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 I'll send my husband your way for a second opinion as to the reasoning behind my most recent purchase... He skis-Atomic C-80's are the only pair he has..... I turned down some FREE 'stros tix for Sat-I'm already going to see the Texans lose to the Raiders and I have to go to the hospital sometime Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted August 19, 2005 Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 I'll send my husband your way for a second opinion as to the reasoning behind my most recent purchase... only the most avid skiers have any appreciation for the quiver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy D Posted August 19, 2005 Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 Volkl P50 Super GS -- Hero snow/Ice empty mountain hair on fire speed. K2 Enemy -- noodle pipe/park/bump/rock/stump skis Unmounted Atomic something-or-others that should fill the gap as an all mountain ski (Free!!). For hard/icy/groomer days and no good bumps/trees (Read, most every day in Vermont): Volkl Renntiger SL!! (Hopefully soon to be replaced!!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
utahcarver Posted August 19, 2005 Report Share Posted August 19, 2005 I fell prey to impulse buying after reading about Skatha's spree. Though I'm not usually prone to such levitude, my will was defeated earlier today when I overheard someone at work whistling, "...Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow..." So, I bought a pair of Raichle 413's and some yum-yum yellow TD2 e-rings. Yep, some entry-level boots and the new formula yellow 'thane. I chided myself for the deed by grilling some ribeye steaks and making dutch oven potatoes/white trash-style (more onions, garlic and black pepper went into the pot than potatoes). Followed by a sharp retort of a Spaten Pils. It feels so good to be penitent! Mark PS - Back in the mid 1950's, the US Navy did tests to see what colors attracted/repelled sharks. The final data showed that the color yellow, in shallow depths, attracted most species of sharks. Thus, the term 'yum-yum yellow' was coined. That's why while scuba diving in my youth in Florida, I'd always choose a saltwater diving partner with a YELLOW wetsuit, or YELLOW tank, or YELLOW fins, and YELLOW mask or snorkel (think early '70's just before Jaws The Movie came out). I figured I would narrow my odds down to the nub before I went into open water. My choice always turned out to be an instructor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobdea Posted August 20, 2005 Report Share Posted August 20, 2005 nice boots and plates grab something real carvy and somewhat narrow, wait on second thought build a quiver Ar(angel has a a little oxygen Kr 148 for $60 or so, that would be a great spare carver and at that price its more than worth it I have a 159 that you could have for the shipping price around $20-$25 so long as you are gonna use it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamran Posted August 20, 2005 Report Share Posted August 20, 2005 No snow,..No new carving videos,...No carving news, so I guess it's just natural to buy carving gear to control the urge for the sport we love. I couldn't resist either and so I just picked up a new proton 172 and I don't even really know if I'm gonna use it. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skatha Posted August 23, 2005 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2005 Got my boots yesterday-had to wait for Sam to leave town on a business trip before I opened the box I pulled out my light blue with hot pink base Burton board...The raichle bindings are waaaaaaayyyyy too butchy-plus a black X stomp pad came with them.... I'm FORCED to buy a new board!!!! Blue/silver P1C's on my blue snowboard for my softie setup..... Raichles on the Nidecker I just have to buy now..... A girl's gotta match, you know..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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