Gnu, Lib Tech, or Never Summer - Snowboarding Forum

McSos88 · 03-02-2011, 10:36 PM

Hey everyone,

I am looking to get a new setup next season, and I want you guys to help me narrow out my selection.

I am...
6'1"
196lbs
Shoe size 10.5US
Ride 80%Park 20%Searching for terrains on the groomers

I am currently riding the 159 Gnu Carbon Credit BTX with Union Contact Pro binders. I love the board for what it is, but I think I am ready to move on to something shorter, more specific for my park/freestyle needs.

I have been reading the forum and doing some research, and it has come down to the following decks for 2012:
Gnu Park Pickle (156)
Gnu Rider's Choice (157.5)
Lib Tech Skate Banana (156)
Never Summer Evo or Revolver (155,156 respectively)

I like the BTX in the Mervin's line, but I wouldn't mind trying the RC from Never Summer. As most of the C2 BTX are on the stiffer side.

If I go with Never Summer, should I go with the Evo or Revolver? My 159 Carbon Credit has a 25.5cm waist. The Evo 155 has a 25.1 and the Revolver 156 has a 26.1... would either be too narrow or too wide for my 10.5 size boots?

If you have any experience with the boards mentioned, please advise.

Thanks!

Lifprasir · 03-02-2011, 10:58 PM

I've got size 9.5 boot and a large burton binding on a 151 evo. Seems to be doing fine. And to give you an idea of the size of a "large" burton binding. It can fit a size 10-11 boot. So I'd say i'd say definetly go with the evo.

McSos88 · 03-02-2011, 11:09 PM

Thanks for the input.

I noticed Never Summer is coming with the Proto CT next season. How does it compare with the Evo/Revolver?

Lifprasir · 03-02-2011, 11:14 PM

Snowboard Review: 11-12 Never Summer Proto CT – Shayboarder.com

He pretty much compares every aspect of the Proto vs Evo/SL. :P And Leo has a general review of the proto. Imo, if you already have another board ; only get the evo if it's a nice deal, or wait for the proto.

Nixon · 03-02-2011, 11:23 PM

I think your best choice would be the Park Pickle.

I personally think that the name of the board is a little misleading; it's an amazing all mountain board. Infact it should have been like the Mountain Mango or something. I think if you transfer you Union Bindings to this you will be a very happy man.

03-02-2011, 10:36 PM	#1 (permalink)
McSos88 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 9	Gnu, Lib Tech, or Never Summer Hey everyone, I am looking to get a new setup next season, and I want you guys to help me narrow out my selection. I am... 6'1" 196lbs Shoe size 10.5US Ride 80%Park 20%Searching for terrains on the groomers I am currently riding the 159 Gnu Carbon Credit BTX with Union Contact Pro binders. I love the board for what it is, but I think I am ready to move on to something shorter, more specific for my park/freestyle needs. I have been reading the forum and doing some research, and it has come down to the following decks for 2012: Gnu Park Pickle (156) Gnu Rider's Choice (157.5) Lib Tech Skate Banana (156) Never Summer Evo or Revolver (155,156 respectively) I like the BTX in the Mervin's line, but I wouldn't mind trying the RC from Never Summer. As most of the C2 BTX are on the stiffer side. If I go with Never Summer, should I go with the Evo or Revolver? My 159 Carbon Credit has a 25.5cm waist. The Evo 155 has a 25.1 and the Revolver 156 has a 26.1... would either be too narrow or too wide for my 10.5 size boots? If you have any experience with the boards mentioned, please advise. Thanks!

03-02-2011, 11:23 PM	#5 (permalink)
Nixon Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Kirkland, WA. Sex: Yes please. Posts: 191	I think your best choice would be the Park Pickle. I personally think that the name of the board is a little misleading; it's an amazing all mountain board. Infact it should have been like the Mountain Mango or something. I think if you transfer you Union Bindings to this you will be a very happy man. __________________ Filth

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03-02-2011, 10:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
Lifprasir Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 102	I've got size 9.5 boot and a large burton binding on a 151 evo. Seems to be doing fine. And to give you an idea of the size of a "large" burton binding. It can fit a size 10-11 boot. So I'd say i'd say definetly go with the evo.

03-02-2011, 11:09 PM	#3 (permalink)
McSos88 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 9	Thanks for the input. I noticed Never Summer is coming with the Proto CT next season. How does it compare with the Evo/Revolver?

03-02-2011, 11:14 PM	#4 (permalink)
Lifprasir Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 102	Snowboard Review: 11-12 Never Summer Proto CT – Shayboarder.com He pretty much compares every aspect of the Proto vs Evo/SL. :P And Leo has a general review of the proto. Imo, if you already have another board ; only get the evo if it's a nice deal, or wait for the proto.