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ok so what's the scoop
bougth a burton charger (IIRC) 161cm of ebay a couple of year back which seemed pretty sweet but I always had issues keeping up with my mates - might just be cos I'm a wuss..but.. I'm a big lad (95 kilos) and a mate reckoned that a stiffer board would be a good thing for me. Not really into freestyle more piste/offpiste riding but want something new this winter, don't need wide style as haven't got big feet.
Is their value in getting a bit stiffer? or is that just a load of old tosh. Any recommendations on models etc?
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bertie bassett, ya want stiff? Go Bataleon.
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bertie bassett, 95kg = 14st roughly?
That's a bit heavier than me. I have a 166 that's medium flex and it's well rapid on and off piste. Just got a 157 that's so much easier to ride, but maybe not so quick - haven't had a go on a long run with it yet. Tried a mate's GNU 157 though last trip we did, and it was so much more manoueverable, but not as quick.
My long board isn't overly stiff, as it's the way I like it to soak up bumps and such.
Definitely have a look at GNU Carbon High Beams though - well good boards and dead cheap for what they are. If you can't find one, look at a GNU Danny Kass like this: http://shop.sierrasnowboard.com/browse.cfm/4,1266.htm
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bertie bassett, have you looked into the Ride Timeless? Classic stiff board, incredible off piste and in powder, and goes like stink. At the speed when my smaller board starts to chatter a bit - that's the speed the Timeless gets to be worth riding! No chatter, super stable, never washes out. nnnnneeeow!  After six happy years with the ole faithful, I'm thinking of treating myself to a new one this year! It will be honourably retired as a boot shelf I think.
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Bertie, as 95 kilos is bout 15st I would recommend a stiff 163-166 deck for you based upon what you have said. |
Cheers, and to everyone else who provided input..
I'll start looking on ebay...
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If you fancy flogging the charger give me a shout. I'm after a 161 to cut for my splitboard kit.-Chhers Rob
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futurecut, Just out of interest, where did you get your splitboard kit from? I've got a Option Freeplus 174 that I've been dying to cut in half!!
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Another shout for the Timeless - It's the dogs and nothing I have ridden can beat it... good luck with your buy!
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hasn't the timeless been phased out, in name anyway?? I thought this season it was being replaced............seem to remember a chat with a guy at TMS end of last season. Timeless would get my vote.
Masque, have you ridden a Bataleon - I love the idea, the physics and being a bit different.............just gotta have confidence to go for it though, tried to find one to demo last year in Tignes/Val D'Ispere but no luck........what did you think if you have?
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what you want is the GNU TEMPLE CUMMINS "BILLY GOAT" ALLMTN FREERIDE SLAYER" JUST GOT MINE- 162CM THEY ALSO MAKE A 159-166 I THINK
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FAQ
). The Nitro handles really well as its still relatively stiff as its a genuine all rounder. However when it comes to rock solid stability at speed it cant touch the Timeless. Its an awesome piste board and pretty good off piste. The 2003 model was the stiffest and its stiff nose was not perfect for powder days. In later models they have addressed that issue by easing the flex a tad. Sometimes when ur tired/hungover you want something a bit noodly though.
No chatter and super slick transfer in the completion and initiation phase of a strong edge carve. This board rocks. Im not sure if it is still on salomon's new board list but keep your eyes peeled if there are any in good condition on E-Bay etc - you could find yourelf in love with a cheap girl. 
