More Fun than a Barrel of Monkeys

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

152

Height

5` 10"

Weight

145 lbs

This is definitely a "jack-of-all-trades" type of deck and although it has shortcomings in some specific areas, it is an absolute blast for everyday riding (so much so that I bought a second one after putting my first one through the wringer). If you're the type who likes to get the blood flowing with a speedy summit bomb run, boost off every side hit before ducking into tight turns in powdery glades, and then jib it up in the park for a bit - all in the same run - then this is the board for you! The rockered profile makes for a catch-free ride that makes alternating between switch and regular effortless while putting you at ease on less-than-perfect landings. It also makes powder or variable snow feel a little more natural without the need to shift more of your weight to the back foot and as someone who prefers a shorter board I still get the float I need from a 152. The (reverse) camber profile means you sacrifice some stability at high speed and don't have the same "snap" as with a cambered deck, but to that I say "don't skip leg day!" and you can compensate. The Magnetraction definitely helps maintain grip on big, open, icy faces so while the board might not be ideal for a resort-run speed demon, the flex is playful and gives the board a buttery feel that makes cruising around and exploring every bump and side-hit a blast.

East Coast Rider