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Hello Frosty rider forum members!I've just recently registered for these forums after looking at the expansive amount of information that the website had. Before I get into my tib-bits on gear I just wanted to say that the sizing chart that the Frosty site is AMAZING – It was exactly what i was looking for and it has a lot of excellent recommendations.Now the reason why I'm posting or even signing up for these forums is because I am having a huge issue with narrowing down my search. At first I was looking for used boards within my local community through craigslist, but then I've come to a realization that no matter what board I buy from there I'm always going to be conscious of it being used / scuffed. I understand the whole 'paying money' ordeal that I'm going to have to oblige to but as a college student I'm not allowed to spluWelcome bunny, thanks for the good words. We are really excited about the FR Community too and feel free to post or PM me any suggestions you have.Board. Waist width is going to be more important. Since you have smaller boot size I would lean toward the Rossi Legion since it's waist width is a bit narrower, offerring better control especially on hardpack and groomers.Boots. Boa is awesome. I tried some new model on in a shop a coulle weeks ago and they were awesome. The boa (coiled wire) holds the foot in so nice and snug and the flex is really supportive and snooth. These will be so much more snug for you, it will make the rentals seem like you are wearing a paper bag for a boot. The ones I tried were Thirty Two Exus Boa.http://www.the-house.com/tt2stw09gb9zz-thirtytwo-snowboard-boots.htmlThe shop in Portland I wen tto wanted nearly $200This is just my opinion, but my stats match yours except weight. i go between 148 and 155 depending on whative eaten all week (i go to the gym and run, so my weight constantly changes).I also have a Forum Recon, but its a 146, and I have a Forum Manual 156, basically the sameboard just 2 different graphics and sizes, and honestly I wouldnt go over a 156.Sometimes the shear length of the 156 for my height/weight makes it uncontrollable, dependingon conditions, and going too far in the opposite direction will make hitting runs slow and boring.My favorite all time board is a 154, and I know its 2cm…but it does make all the differenceto me in the world. There hasn't been a condition that I cannot ride that one.As far as price, when summer rolls around, most boards drop to 50-60% off, so if you can standto wait, you can get a 5 star board for a 2 star price. DuriFrosty & Travz – Thanks for the feedback! I'm taking heavy consideration into what you guys have been telling me. So I've been talking with many people about the board selections and someone mentioned to me that the Legion is heavily used in parks then just mountain. Now I've always wanted my share of air but I've had a few too many bad falls and I'm a bit more prone to lean towards the mountain right now 🙂 With Travz's recommendations I may have to follow up on his suggestion with going for a Forum Recon and purchase one during the off season (thanks for that awesome tip.. when do the off season sales start? and does it apply to online retailers as well?).As for the boots, My cousin has told me that he's had bad experiences with the boots, “my first boots were just like those…. (boas by thirtytwo) and they sucked.
I personally did not experience that with the basic 32 Boa boot, I guess it just depends on your foot and ankle shape; although I have heard the Dual Boa is really nice for fixing the problem.
bunnyaiight i googled ride lx (lowercase L) and it comes up with everything. I think its rides top bindingso anywhere that sells ride stuff should sell those. the ex's arnt bad either. and a word about flows,ok, yes they are a step in type. they are easier than straps. they are however NOT the ultimatemost simple thing ever created, and just dont get pulled in by the hype. i use flows on my parkboard because they are simpler and quicker, but they arnt a “put your boot in and click” binding.you have to wiggle your boot in under the full foot strap, and then use the high back wedge theboot into position, then lock. i do love mine, but the 1st time i used them i was all excited aboutthe step-click things my friends told me (who ironically did not have flows) and found out itsnot that simple. It is a great binding though, just dont let anyone fool you into tellinlmao travz lmaoYa end of the season, beginning of the season sales are awesome. You can proly start to find some good deals now if you look……………………………………………………….Boa boots are nice – i think theyre the future for sure. The ultimate boa system would be one with three knobs : one for the top one for the bottom and one for the liner. YeaaaaaI myself have serious heel hold issues with liike every boot ive every worn i think and on thing i do is i like hold the top of the front of the boot back while tightening to make sure theres like no wiggle room. That helps. Im not sure if that applies to this topic tho. Im tired
Hey Frosty!At the moment I'm still waiting for the deals to start rolling in from the end of the season so I haven't picked up any gear yet.I've decided to go flow bindings, forum grudge or a legion depending on my finances at that particular moment! Thanks again for the help on the selection 🙂
So where is everyone looking for their gear? The House has been my main source for prices but what other sites have people been keeping track of?
You can find a list of online snowboard shops here.At DogFunk.com, check the lower left for the “clearance bin”.At Summit Online, all snowboarding gear is on sale right now (40%-60 percent). I think I saw a Flow Merc board in there for like $170, that's insanely cheap!AltRec has a clearance section with Burton and Ride boards under $250.There are just so many steal-delas out there right now. Take a look 🙂
Hey everyone,Thanks again for all the support on my board choices and everything!So the board that I ended up purchasing was a Forum 156 Record for around $180, Ride Jackson Coiler Snowboard Boots for $139.95, and Flow M9 Snowboard Binding for $134.54. I'm super stoked about my purchase and I'll make sure to report back on the board as soon as I give it a go this up coming weekend 🙂
I never heard of a Forum Record. Do you mean a Forum Recon? The Ride boots seem really sweet. I think you will like the Boa Coil. And the Flow M9's are awesome, they have the ratchet on the side or on-the-fly dialing 8)
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