I've been using a Ride Agenda 157 ever since I started boarding (over 5 seasons), definitely time for an upgrade. I do park on occasion, I'm more into free riding/charging. I weigh 175 lbs, 6'0 Tall, Boot Size 11 (Nike Zoom 1 & Union Force Bindings).
What would be a better option for me between the T.Rice Pro or the Skunk Ape? 157 or 161?
Thanks for your help!
UPDATE******well I picked up a ns raptor 159, but would the union forces suffice? or should i get something more stiffer/responsive?
Between those two: t-rice for sure. The skunk ape is too wide. If you want a directional board the Darker series, Landvik Phoenix, would be much better options than the skunk ape. 160ish size.
Other cool boards from other companies- Salomon Mans board, Capita totally FK'N awesome, YES PYL, K2 Slayblade, Slash Straight, NeverSummer Heritage or raptor.
Thanks again Riley, I took your advice on the different boards that you recommended and did a lot of research. It was a strenuous decision, but I think I made the right choice for the riding that I do.
So the forces should suffice on a board this stiff, I believe they're rated at a medium stiff. I believe I have the 2013 models with the stage 2 base plates. The zoom boots are pretty stiff as well.
as long as your bindings let you apply enough force to the board you are good to go. this is pretty easy to tell just flexing the board on some carpet; if they just mush out and the board doesn't do what you want then they are too soft. Beyond that i think it is personal preference, ride what ya got, if it doesn't do it for you, try something else.
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