SKIBOARDS vs. SNOWBLADES! | A History of Skiboarding...
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1. Do you still ride for RVL8?
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2. I am 200+ lbs. Can I still ride?
Yes! Like I stated in the video, KTPs would be a great option. You will want a stiffer board like those and most likely non-release bindings.
3. No poles? Can I use them?
NO POLES! lol but yes you could use them if you really want but that defeats the purpose and freedom of riding Skiboards in the first place. Learn how to push and use your edges and you will never pick up a pair of poles again.
4. Is it like rollerblading?
Similar in the skating movements but other than that it is closer to skiing than anything else.
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I got my first pair of Solomon SnowBlades back in 1998 and now I’m getting back into the sport and I’m going to pick up some Rvl8 for next season. I can’t stop watching your videos.
Thank you for making this! You really are increasing the exposure of this niche sport. I can even say that I've converted some riders to the sport after watching your content. Keep it up, I'll be watching!
Great explanation, Talon. Thanks for helping keep the sport alive!
I started with Snowblades. I don't regret a thing. Rode them one season then got some 89cm MNP's (conehead model) in 1998. A few years ago, I picked up some DLP's. Now I've started collecting skiboards so I can start my friends on something a little better than the Snowblades. That said, those little Solomons put in some work converting my friends to skiboarding. Theres a lot to be said for the easy adjustability of the Snowblade binding.
i live in canada, do you know any good places to buy them?
Thank you for sharing this! Just finished up at Bear Mountain & I was the only one out there with skiboards. I have Line Weapons. I dusted them off after 20+ years & they were perfect after a fresh wax. I had a blast! The non-release bindings can be scary after a fall. I ran into my daughter’s snowboard after she fell, I wiped out & thankfully didn’t hurt my leg too bad. Kept going! I’ll share my GoPro footage soon.
Spot on! Stoked to see you bringing in LJ's explanation from TC!
Ayy thanks guys! 🙌🏻
LJ, Will, Andy, Garrett and Ian all respect the slide :-)
Talon, I got a pair of OG 96' lines if you wanna try em. Bring them back!
I love my Line Weapons! They’re over 20 years old & I rode them this week!
My original Line Jedis are still in great condition. Line, you guys made a hell of a product.
Can't wait for the ski-board content dude! Thanks for clearing that up!
Thanks so much for putting together the differences. I've had such fun on my snowblades over the years, and the few times I saw actual ski boards I just yearned for them. Knowing the differences are more than just size has me convinced, I'm going hunting for a new setup!
I have a pair of line skiboards & they are a blast on the mountains. Love to see that there are more skiboarders out there🤙🏼
I love skiboards! They are super fun and versatile.
I always get funny looks when on the mountain with my S&T Revolts, but people always have positive reactions and are genuinely curious about how they work.
It is pretty ridiculous how people on the slopes can have closed minds, when everybody out there is already doing a crazy sport.
Can’t believe this!!! Rode for Groove back in the 90’s! Thanks for doing this vid!
I got my first set of @rvl8 Sticky Icky Icky's this year. They work great on the snow/ice we have in North Carolina. Great and informative video as always. Keep it up.
Look forward to these vids every year. Watching you for about 3 years and getting my first set of condors this week. (Been using revolts the bast 3 years) super excited! Keep it up man and make it to idaho soon👌😅
Thanks for the content, super helpful. I had no desire to ski and being old AF and really didn’t want to try snowboarding again (been 20 years or so). Grabbed a used set of beaters and there was almost no learning curve to a day of enjoyment on groomed slopes. I’ve been ice skating for over 30 years so guessing that’s why it felt so natural. But never would have gotten a pair of boards without this video.
Welcome to the sport!
Thank you for making this video, Talon. Great explanation.
I am skiboarding in Korea. There is also a skiboard club that is over 15 years old. I'm always watching it well. In Korea, there were many skiers who called skiboard as blades, so we often argued.
My GF and I have been wanting to do a winter sport and we both just bought RVL8 boards with the soft boot set up. And I actually bought your stuff and things model. I’ve been park rollerblading for a while so I’m excited to see what I can do on these !
You’re gonna love em 🤘🏼
im watching for the content.. it hasnt snowed in my area for 40 years lol
where is your area?
Arnoldo, you know you could probably leave your area, if you wanted... Have you been out of your area in the last 40 years? LOL
Great Video and info. Finally getting the chance to get the family out on our skiboards (DLPs, Spliff and Slapdash) at Perisher, Australia 2022. Will do our best to promote the boards and the skiboard lifestyle!!
Love this video! Rode a pair of Lines back in the day and it was a BLAST. I definitely need to revisit skiboarding.
Do it man!
Awesome info. I got the k2 fatty ski blades way back in the day. Didn't know about ski boards. Now that I know, definitely upgrading.
dude, thank you for these vids. purchased some boards after being curious and doing the usual pre-retail googlizing, which led me straight to your channel. ended up with a pair of Summit's (was strictly a $$ thing, slightly less than the Rvl8's) and rode for the first time this weekend...absolute blast. subscribinated!
I snowboard but after watching your channel for awhile I love the skiboard videos. And I hope to try skiboard one day.
I’m over 60 and feel long boards are getting too hard to control. Do you think short boards will work well for average skiing? Aspen
Absolutely. I ride 105s just as well if not better than most skiers.
Very 😎 cool ❄ and informative! 🏔 ⛄ was never a fan of anything Solomon being a snowboarder. Didn't realize how cool the ski boards were and the technology that goes into them. Also AWESOME that you can use 🏂 snowboard bindings on them!
Look forward to seeing more skiboard content. I've been looking at other ways to enjoy the mountains. (Currently, only have a pair of downhill)
Thanks man had a feeling I was heading in the wrong direction now I know! Learn something new everyday!
Great video! I’m a snowboarder now but love trying new stuff!
If I wanted to try and use my current snowboard boots would I need specific bindings or could I use the same ones that are on my board?
I noted the with ski risers you have the quick release option, but with using the snowboard boot/binding set up would you have the option of a quick release binding or no ?
I live in Texas so I don't get to hit the snow often. I learned in Montana and I found I really like snowboarding, although I never heard about ski boarding. Watching u I want to try it out. Keep up the good work talon, very informative.
Wow, I’m 9 years post surgery , getting excited to get back to the slopes .
I last tried the ski blades (Solomons ). They were on sale , and gave them a try .
Loved them !
But now it seems they are the “Scooters “ of the slopes ;). Fun to ski with , but don’t wanna be seen with, lol .
I ski , board and snow blade :)
Gotta try the ski boards !
damn im actually kinda early, keep up the skiboard vids! I love them!
got my first skiboards this year btw after watching ur vids last year! Its so much fun im glad I found your channel!!
Glad you’re enjoying the sport!
Man that video was awesome and explained things well.
Glad I came across your video! It’s been a long time since I’ve skied and I’m not as limber as I used to be so I got a used set of snow blades, mainly because they are shorter and easier to maneuver on. They are a lot of fun, and I’m back on the slopes again, but it sounds like ski boards might be the better way to go. Thanks for the info, you have a new subscriber 😊
I have so much more fun SkiBoarding than I ever did on Long skis and poles.
Do you ski with non-release binds? I honestly need a video on that alone...
@@Glassgate no, I use release bindings. I find non release bindings a pain to use compared to easy step in bindings.
Great videos
Great vid! I totally thought skiboarding died out 20 yrs ago. Had no idea it was still around!
Awesome video and thanks for the great lesson. I'm a traditional Skier but have always wanted to switch to Ski Boarding.Wish I was closer to the mountains but so be it. Can you provide or suggest best place to buy great All Around Ski Board to go all in and convert. Thx
What you think about the snow feet 65 cm. I just got it , I'm. A super bugging and i love it!
Spot on vid definitely more people need to try SKI boarding so keep on making those VIDS and share with as many as poss......... Everyone should watch Rachel's new content and have also found Courtney's content in the search for more ski boarding stuff 😎😎
Good stuff! I've been on shorties 22 years now. A few seasons back I tried skis again. They just weren't as fun, so now I'm back on skiboards for life.
Probably going to have to pick up a set this year. all my buddies want to go snowboarding and I'm gonna show up with a mini bag and some rvl8's
Got any experience with snow feet or Stolt skis or any of the other newer snowblades?
great stuff, I had soloman snowblade with snowboard bindings it was sweet. I need a pair of skiboards snow. i miss it.
Thank you for the information man.
I just got some with normal ski bindings and I am curious if the din settings should be any different than usual?
I’m beginner ,I feel like can’t handle the big one (skiboard) .do you think snow blade which is smaller easy to control for beginner?
Still have my Mike Nick pro's too. Such a rad sport.
Is skiboarding easier than skiing? I used to snowboard but want to get into having control over both feet.
Looks like a blast! Going to Crested Butte in March. Is there anywhere that rents these? I’d love to try it while I am out there. Looks like these would fit my riding style perfectly
Awesome! I'm heading to VT, this coming weekend and I was wondering if I can find SKIBOARDS rentals anywhere btw Philly and the slopes? Thanks, Talon!
Great info as always!
Thanks Adam
Continue to rock my classic Canon Heritage 90's. Was at Brighton (Utah) last week and still get so many questions/smiles.
Are ski board easy to manoeuvre?, Is it easier than normal skies?
I’ve snowboarded for 30 years. Rollerblading was my second love. In 1995 I had a 10 foot vert half pipe in my backyard before skate parks existed in salt lake. I Tried skiing at age 40 when I taught my kids to ski, I don’t love skiing, I’d rather snowboard. Now at 43 my kids still think I must be the best rollerblader on the planet.
Any way I found some Solomon snow blades at the thrift shop for 10 bucks. I freaking love these things!!!! I honestly can’t understand why a ski needs to be any longer???. I really need to get my hands on some ski boards to try out skiboarding!!
Do it man!
Are the K2 Fatty a good skiboard set?
How about the Salomon a922 99cm snow blade? Looking to pick up a used pair on fb marketplace and can’t find any info on it. Are these wood core construction? They have releasable bindings on it so I’m guessing it has the 4 hole mounts.
Great video - As 1 of just 2 skiboarders (as far as I know) here in Cyprus, the sport is so misunderstood - Anyway I'm 64 next month been skiboarding since 2002 (started with Line skiboards) and all being well I'll be buying a pair of Revl8 for the next season. Please continue with Skiboarding content!
I have had a pair of Snow Blades in my closet from 97, many park days on those before i went to snowboarding. Maybe time for some new Ski boards if i want to get back into french-fries
Is ski boarding easy to switch to from roller blading? I started looking into ODR skis at first but then I saw a comparison saying they're more like heelies and less like roller blades but ski blades are more like roller blades. Would boarding be easy to switch to? It sounds like it's overall better quality than the ski blades?
im a runner and looking to train in the winter months these seem ideal, with training i mean going uphill with what i think is called skins? would skins go on these skiboards? or would i be better off to get proper uphill skies? im considering buying these because i can ride rollerblades quite ok so these may be easier to ski downhill with?
im new to this and winter sports in general so any tips or ideas would be very helpfull!!
Sooooo, living in yosemite now, i testes out the 24 year old Solomons skiblades and fell in love.
Now, I have a pair of Banana Blades!
I do want a set of Skiboards since now i know the difference.
Such a great video... Just watch, due to advances in materials we'll see this surpass snowboarding soon enough
so where does sled dog snow skates fall into the mix
Nice video Talon, could you make a video on what you need and how to start ski boarding? I’m planning to start next year and have zero experience, never seen snow in my life...
All ya need are boards bindings boots and clothing. Check out the beginners guide in my skiboard playlist 👍🏻
Ski boards are fun, but there are some honest downsides over full length skis:
-less control at high speeds
-less surface area for traversing in powder
-constantly needing to explain what they are to people
For spring skiing through the trees, ski boards are hard to beat. For super deep power days, full length skis have so much more float are much more fun for me than even my super wide RVL8 Blunts.
Counter points to what you believe are negatives.
1.) I haven’t met a skier on the mountain who can keep up with our top speed runs (80mph so far shown in my pervious videos) Control is all about the rider.
2.) The condors and Rockered condors which I have shown in this video provide a wider underfoot than most skis on the market today. Float in powder is absolutely no issue with the correct boards and a skilled rider.
3.) Informing people about Skiboards is only a downside to people who do not Skiboard.
I have a solid pow day video coming next Tuesday and there are plenty in the playlist if you want to see how they actually perform.
@@TalonSei Haha, yeah, if you have the right rider you can do anything, but my points are less about individual skill and more about the physics of the tool. Full-length skis provide more surface area, and longer edges.
1) OPTIMIZE FOR FUN: The real argument should be about picking what's most FUN. The things that make skiboarding fun for me are:
-More nimble, shorter boards make narrow trees a blast
-Tricks, easier to spin, and more forgiving on falls
-Learning, I learned to ride switch on skiboards
-No poles, so you can do things with your hands and mess around or help out a friend/kid who's learning to ski
2) FOR POWDER DAYS: Skiboards are fine if you do zero traversings. Where I ski (Squaw/Alpine), the best terrain is a short traverse away, and that's near impossible to do with skiboards on a deep day. You need more float, and you need poles. But you're right, I haven't tried the rockered condors, and maybe those would change my mind.
3) REPETITIVE SMALLTALK: it's really f'ing annoying when you have to keep taking your headphones out to talk to idiots on every lift who are like "WHAT ARE THOSE THINGS!?!!?!" Some people are happy to evangelize, but it gets old for me after the 2nd or 3rd time each day. My RVL8's came with a bunch of square handouts to give to people like this that say something like "These are called SKIBOARDS. Yes, they are fun. Yes, you should get some" so I know I'm not alone here.
Anyone who thinks skiboards are the best tool for every situation is mistaken. Nevertheless, your videos 3-4 years ago get the credit for introducing me to skiboards, so thank you sir! I'm looking forward to seeing those powder vids!
I've used long skis and I've gone snowboarding, and I hated and failed at both. I kinda found my niche in the skiboard / snowblade world. I'm still using the same Snow Jam 75cm boards I purchased 15 years ago. I believe these are far better than the crappy Solomans you mentioned though. I would like to upgrade to the 95cm boards with the non-release bindings you showed. Great video, keep up the cool informative vids.
Talon! You rock Brotha! 🤘🏽keep up the DVITG!
Thanks for watching David 🤙🏻
When i tried snowblades it was 20 years ago at attitash in nh. It was like my 3rd season skiing and i was with a couple beginners like me and my friends older brother who was an expert and eventually after a couple runs i liked certain things about them...very aggressive and paying attention to what youre doing alot more as skis will go over and transition much easier...havent tried them since cause i think that year i bought new atomics and didnt put them down but i remember that sunny day long ago with my friend that died when we were 20
Hey I found a hidden gem. Kilmax redline skiboards. Can you tell me anything about them? First gen skiboards?
Hey to anyone who may help. I bought some Micro Ski boards and want to put snowboard bindings on them. I ran into a problem though is there are only holes for the ski boots. So should I drill holes or how can I make it work? They are brand new but I don't want to ruin them. Should I just buy a ski boot and go with the cheap bindings? Ideas would be helpful.
Have you ever used snowfeet skiskates? They are even smaller being around 44-65cm in length. Curious what pepole think about these
Thank you so much for the great overview, absolutely love it. Played competitive hockey for 19 years and skiing even more. Have been looking for ski boards for the past couple of years. This year I definitely want to get one.
Question: any ski board specific store in the Denver area?
Nope. Online is pretty much the only place where you can find a dedicated store for skiboarding. Www.Skiboardsonline.com
Thank you Talon, you are inspiring, I ordered the RVL8 2022 Condor 110 Skiboards, with RVL 2022 Receptor bindings. I am advanced skiier (played competitive hockey for 18 years and skied in my entire life); mostly ski the CO mountains. Based on your review this seemed like a good board and configuration. Hope to see you on the slopes one day!
I love skiboarding!
Dude its amazing how intuitive they are! Idk how they haven’t taken over the snow sport industry. So much fun
I got me some RVL8 Tansho’s and I’m hoping that the the snow still dumps here in NorCal after it arrives. Our snow is about as fickle as the stock market. I bought my skiboards with the snowboard bindings. I got them for comfort more than anything else and I already have snowboarding boots. Talon, was this a mistake? Should I have gotten the non release bindings instead of the snowboard bindings and just rent skiboots for now and buy later on when the season ends?
What are a good beginner set? And have you heard of/ seen snowfeet?
Hey Talon, great video! I would love to learn how to ski. Do you think this is the best option for learning because of the width of the blade??
If you are interested in skiboarding I would suggest trying the pair I have linked in the description
Good vid I had no idea!!!
love seeing all the Tahoe shots, the places I ride most heavenly, sierra, northstar. Im currently in the van at Kirkwood, snow is so firm.
Enjoy it!
Yes plz do more skiboard vids and also what size boot do the RVL8 receptor bindings go up to
Up to sole length of 375mm
@@RVL8Skiboards ok thx
I'm a novice skier, just learned how to ski last season. I found dealing with ski boots and poles and skis to be a hassle. I'm someone who in all likelihood is going to ski a handful of times a year at most, with my family. Skiboards and snowblades and ski skates look like a fun alternative with less hassle, especially the ones that use snowboard boot bindings. Is there a entry level or budget skiboard that fits the bill for someone like me (and my kids)? Are these things even available at rental shops?
also thoughts on J-Skiis SkiBladezzz they use a wood core and are made by the original LINE team
Nice content! Thank you :-)
What if I only ski groomers and I only ski a couple times a year? I am a total noob, I like skiing short skis anyway. Would ski blades work for me? I am looking for something inexpensive.
Just picked up my old Groove Taxis from my mom's house. I'm going to be launching them with my speed wing. Great video. I've still got two pairs of Groove taxis, sadly I snapped my Groove Invertigos in half. Sold my old Salomon snowblades, since they're lame. There's a pair of old Canons on my local FB marketplace for $80 that I'm tempted to pick up.
Merci pour cette vidéo. J'ai le même gabarie que vous, quelle est la longueur de vos Skiboards ? MErci Sébastien de Dijon France (Thank you for this video. I have the same size as you, what is the length of your Skiboards?)
I learned on snowblades this season, since I'm coming from roller skating, but I would love to be able to hit deep powder. That & construction quality both have me convinced to switch, but where would I find skiboards these days?
Do you know the korean inlineski?
I Still have those mike nick pro models...they were a classic. Can’t forget sled dogs. The ski boot skiis 😂. This videos making me feel old.
Great video thanks. What about split board ratchet bindings? If someone made a removable skin I could go hiking and camping and possibly find some fun. I could hike like normal and set up my tent. Pull those out and slap them on and fool around. That would really fit my situation.
Thanks for this Vid, this gives me a great insight about Skiboarding.
I always wondered if there is anything between Skiing and Snowboarding. Since i don't Ski or Snowboard (only Snowbiking) i was wondering what i should try next. Snowboarding i tried, but i don't like the way how you are bound to the board. (Although powdering in the deep snow looks amazing!) Sking i tried when i was a kid once but i wouldn't say i really did skiing.
Now to ask: Would you as a beginner start right away to Skiboarding or should i start with normal skiing? And someone with no knowledge about Wintersport at all what would you recommend?
You can definitely start with skiboarding
I have a few pair of Lines AND the crappy Salomon snow blades, too. All rad. 🤙🤣
Awesome vid. Never really knew about ski boards before I started snowboarding years ago. Would love to try this. What would you recommend for a beginner? Im on the shorter side 155lbs, would probably want go the softboot/binding route so I can just use my snowboard boots and not have to buy new boots. Main use would be casual resort mountain riding and occasional park features when im up to it. Thanks in advance!
Revolts would be an excellent choice 👌🏻
What do you think of Salomon escape outrack? It’s marketed as a Nordic ski, 120cm and something for the backcountry and cross country. I am 210 pounds and 5’6 and I started looking for a type of skate ski but I found that those are mostly narrow. I’m wanting more of something that’s wide and can go on non-groomed trails because I am going to be in backcountry, putting forth my own track and mostly going in parks.
I first started looking at bc skis that were 190 CM to 207 CM, but I started thinking about going smaller because I saw the Nordic ski that snowfeet makes. that one’s only 90 CM long and it seems a bit narrow. for my weight, I don’t think I’m going to glide as much with that. It has decent specs in my opinion, but I just don’t see myself going far with that one and I worry about the longevity of it.
Then I did some more googling, and I found the one by Salomon. It’s a new ski and I’m not finding barely any type of reviews on it yet. The only thing that’s holding me back from getting it is the fact that it uses a skin instead of a fishscale. So I’m curious as to how this Salomon escape outrack could glide over back country. Both of what I mentioned don’t use ski boots. They just go over your regular footwear.
Hope you reply back. I’m trying to make a decision before our next snowfall here in New York. I will not be going to any ski resorts. I’m the type of person who wants to take my skis on a side street, backyard, parks, hiking trails, so I will be on non-groomed trails. I started looking for shorter stuff because of the terrain that I would be going on. I’m not gonna be able to maneuver with a long ski. That’s why I started looking at shorter bc ski. Salomon’s is 120 cm and I feel that it would handle my weight much more than snowfeet’s nordic ski at 90cm.
Hi Talon! What’s the difference between ski boarding and skis besides the length? What can you do on ski boards that you can’t on skis?
Skiboards are shorter and typically wider with true symmetry. You can ride them identically to skis however I can definitely maneuver quicker is really dense trees than most skiers.
Like driving a sports car compared to a large SUV.
I’ve been wanting to get into skiboarding but I live in New England. Any recommendations on a solid all mountain set? There isn’t much powder over this way
Revolts
Wondering what the learning curve is coming from snowboarding? I could never get the hang of skiing when I was younger, but picked snowboarding in a weekend and have been doing it ever since. About 20 years now. Something new might be fun.
Hey hey,
Thanks for all your videos and information.
Just got a little sad you're trash talking the Salomon snowblades so much. Just because you're holding a low quality pair doesn't mean snowblades in general are low quality. I've been riding my Salomons for 15 years and they're holding up perfectly.
Anyways, I've been wanting to get a new pair of skiboards, and wanted to ask, if you could recommend some all-rounder model.
Also what do you think of Summit Skiboards? To me they look a lot more like skis than snowboard (such as Salomon), do you think they're low quality, too?
What do you think about the 10mm Receptor lift kit from SBOL? Ever give them a shot? I'm trying them on my revolts next week, it should be interesting.
I’ve never used em but if you like a taller ride that would be the best bet
What up bro, I had some bigfeet in like 1987. They were ok, but I need to try me some ski boards. Keep up the good videos and i wish I was hanging out in the summit with you.
Can you take a pair of ski boards and give one each to your kids?
Question? I find that my feet and ankles seem to hurt a bit more with skiboards, do you think that is a length issue or a boot issue? My thought is that a longer ski might distribute weight more evenly but i don't know! Had my Spliff's for a couple of years and can't quite get comfortable.
Sounds like a boot issue. Skiboards will definitely work your legs a bit more but not to the point that they hurt. I’d go to a good boot shop and get fitted for something new 👍🏻