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Inky · 03-24-2011, 03:39 AM

1.9 grand for a board that I can only ride groomers on? Rad.

Leo · 03-24-2011, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by BurtonAvenger

I don't think they understood me they were real Asian. They just kept bowing to me and gave me some really shitty pamphlet. I don't think I still have that.

Their company motto should be, "Bad Engrish, Great Board!".

I don't think anyone here would buy that $3,000 board. I think it was that much last I saw. Could be more now? I'd definitely try one just out of curiosity. I'd even take it through powder! Or get stuck in powder rather

**killclimbz** · 03-24-2011, 09:22 AM

Jesus, this piece of crap is still around? A snowboard that doesn't ride in powder. Really? What is the point then???

snowvols · 03-24-2011, 09:26 AM

I was hoping this was the second generation only to be let down by this old thing. I was hoping they made some "scientific improvements"

AcroPhile · 03-24-2011, 09:38 AM

from their website: Q: Does The Whip work in powdery condition?

A: The main feature on The Whip FR-117A, the open V hull (OVH) is specifically designed for speed and maneuverability. While it will work fine in regular powdery conditions, it is not recommended for deep, un-groomed, off the trail conditions. In another word, if you are only into heli-snowboarding, the FR-117A is not the board for you. However, a powder friendlier board is in the pipeline, so you will be taken care of soon enough.

LOL who would want this?

AcroPhile · 03-24-2011, 09:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BurtonAvenger

I don't think they understood me they were real Asian. They just kept bowing to me and gave me some really shitty pamphlet. I don't think I still have that.

Is this the guy that you met? YouTube - The Whip

eddiethebus · 03-24-2011, 09:54 AM

The idea of lifting the bindings off the board isnt anything new, people were doing it 10+ years ago with raisers. At least when you worked out that they didnt work then, you could chuck them in the bin and only waste a few bucks!

BurtonAvenger · 03-24-2011, 09:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AcroPhile

Is this the guy that you met? YouTube - The Whip

That guys english is way better!

KIRKRIDER · 03-25-2011, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by killclimbz

Jesus, this piece of crap is still around? A snowboard that doesn't ride in powder. Really? What is the point then???

Amazing. Saw that on AngrySnowboarder a while ago.

Inky · 03-28-2011, 11:33 PM

Still doesn't beat the Teleboard Teleboard! A whole new way to ride!

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03-24-2011, 03:39 AM	#11 (permalink)
Inky Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Hamilton, New Zealand Posts: 145	1.9 grand for a board that I can only ride groomers on? Rad.

03-24-2011, 09:22 AM	#13 (permalink)
killclimbz Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Front Range Posts: 9,174	Jesus, this piece of crap is still around? A snowboard that doesn't ride in powder. Really? What is the point then???

03-24-2011, 09:26 AM	#14 (permalink)
snowvols Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 1,388	I was hoping this was the second generation only to be let down by this old thing. I was hoping they made some "scientific improvements"

03-24-2011, 09:38 AM	#15 (permalink)
AcroPhile Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Denver Posts: 629	from their website: Q: Does The Whip work in powdery condition? A: The main feature on The Whip FR-117A, the open V hull (OVH) is specifically designed for speed and maneuverability. While it will work fine in regular powdery conditions, it is not recommended for deep, un-groomed, off the trail conditions. In another word, if you are only into heli-snowboarding, the FR-117A is not the board for you. However, a powder friendlier board is in the pipeline, so you will be taken care of soon enough. LOL who would want this?

03-24-2011, 09:54 AM	#17 (permalink)
eddiethebus Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: chamonix, france Posts: 50	The idea of lifting the bindings off the board isnt anything new, people were doing it 10+ years ago with raisers. At least when you worked out that they didnt work then, you could chuck them in the bin and only waste a few bucks!

03-28-2011, 11:33 PM	#20 (permalink)
Inky Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Hamilton, New Zealand Posts: 145	Still doesn't beat the Teleboard Teleboard! A whole new way to ride!