Looking to buy my first setup

[rystock]

Hello everyone, i am new to the skiboard community, but also have been looking at getting some skiboards for myself, i weigh 150 and am 5'11" i was wondering what skiboards and bindings are great for beginners, i was also wondering if the snowjan extreme 2 bindings were any good~thanks

[mhealey]

Hi rystock and welcome to the forums. Skiboarding is a great sport and this is an awesome community to help you out.

To answer one question, yes, the Snowjam X2's are good bindings. I rode them for my whole first season and some of my second season. I have receptors now and while they are nicer, the X2's are really solid and dependable and are basically the perfect beginner to intermediate non release binding.

As for the boards, based on your height and weight I think a range of boards could work out well. The KTP's, Revolt's, DLP's, and Condors could all be a good fit for you. Depending on the conditions you normally ride in and what you want out of the skiboards, we could narrow it down a little more. I'm sure many more people will add on to this, but it might take a little longer than usual because a lot of members are at Shredfest right now.

[rystock]

thanks mhealy ive been looking at the revolts, because they seem great for all mountain, park, groomers, powder, glades, i snowboard on the east coast so the conditions can vary from very icy to slushy, to pow, so i really want great all-around boards

when r they going to pst pics/vids of shredfest?

[Wookie]

... when r they going to pst pics/vids of shredfest?

Welcome to the forum. When those shredheads get back from SF I am sure there will be plenty of pics posted. Follow this thread for updates: http://www.skiboardsonline.com/forum...ad.php?t=14273

Given your size you have a bunch of options that will work for you. Revolts might be perfect but tell us what you are looking to get out of your skiboards? Do you see yourself more a park rider or a cruiser? Powder or Groomers? On Piste or in the Trees? Are you coming at the sport from a skiing background, skater, starting from scratch, and/or something else?

[rystock]

i started skiing when i was like 4, got good at that then went to snowboarding at around 12, been doing that since, and i just recently got some full tilt ski boots and have been skiing a little. I originally wanted to buy some twin tips but i found this website and have been reading about ski boarding and it seems extremely fun. I snowboard/ski the whole mountain, hitting park, groomers, and the occasional powder, but i love going fast and hitting little jumps and bumps on the side of trails, i just like being out there.

also wondering if it would be worth it to do the demo from SBOL.

[PeteJE]

Revolts and receptors are just perfect.

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[rystock]

?not looking to pay too much, ex2 are the ones i think im going to go with, but are receptors bettern worth the extra money?

[Wookie]

i started skiing when i was like 4, got good at that then went to snowboarding at around 12, been doing that since, and i just recently got some full tilt ski boots and have been skiing a little. I originally wanted to buy some twin tips but i found this website and have been reading about ski boarding and it seems extremely fun. I snowboard/ski the whole mountain, hitting park, groomers, and the occasional powder, but i love going fast and hitting little jumps and bumps on the side of trails, i just like being out there.

also wondering if it would be worth it to do the demo from SBOL.

Sounds like you got a pretty good base and are looking for a little bit of everything. The demo program might be a good way to figure out what you want but I would also look to meet up with some skiboarders in your area to try their boards.

[bee]

Revolts DLPs and KTPs would all work, it would be your personal preference between them. I would say that the revolts are a good starting point.

Snowjam bindings are cast aluminum with fit and finish matching its entry level price. The bail wires are thinner then receptors which allows them to flex a bit, noticeable when strapping in.

Receptors are machined aluminum thicker bail wires and fit and finish to match their price point.

[rystock]

what about the zero pro bindings the bails look thicker? they are still pretty cheap, and why do you guys think skiboarding is better than regular skiing? (because im trying to convince my parents)

[mhealey]

I think pretty much everyone who has skiboarded agrees that it's way more fun than skiing. It's also super easy to learn and its just pure fun because you don't have to worry about technique, you just go down the mountain and enjoy it.

The zero pros are nice but I have no experience with them personally. If it was me I would either commit to the Receptors or stick with the X2s. The X2s I think are the better option for your first year or two because they are still pretty solid and honestly if you've never skiboarded before and have nothing to compare them to, you might not notice a big difference. And cheaper bindings could convince your parents too...

[bee]

skiboards are: lighter, more agile, carve great, no tips crossing, poles are optional, easier. Which all ads up to more fun.

I don't have them, but my understanding is that Zero pros are supposed to be very high quality, and aren't made anymore. I believe there downside is that they are quite heavy compared to others. Maybe someone with a pair can chime in, or you could actually contact greco since he as first hand experience with everything.

http://www.skiboardreview.com/catego...zero/zero-pro/

[CrazyBoy-1]

For what it's worth, I didn't like the X2's on Revolts back when I first tried them. I switched to Bombers and had a much better experience. I've never ridden Receptors or Zeroes, but to me it would be worth the investment to upgrade to one of those. As Bee pointed out, the X2's are cheaper because they are a cheaper design. The Receptors and Zeroes are machined from billet with thicker bails, so they will be a lot stronger and last longer. It sounds like you already have a good bit of experience on snow, so I'm guessing that you'll advance pretty quickly and will want gear that keeps up with you.

As far as boards, I think the Revolts are your best bet. They are one of the most versatile designs available, and I've yet to meet someone who doesn't like them even if they eventually move to something else. As a fellow East Coaster, I can tell you that they work very well in our conditions.

[rystock]

thanks ya guys for the advice, but it looks like i have to wait my parents dont want me to buy any product yet eventhough i think it would be soo sick, im hoping next year

[rystock]

so ive convinced my parents, but as for what boards, ive been looking at the revolt chickens, but ive heard they are a bit flexy, any opinions on the matter?