The Capita Mercury Snowboard Review
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Bought a mercury based on this review and finally had a chance to ride it today! (Mt. Hood Timberline opening day) It felt incredibly nimble and was lightning fast edge to edge! Even as a newbie sill learning to jump I could feel the camber helping me pop up into the air. Bottom line, paired with the union force this guy is responsive as fuck. Really looking forward to progress on this quiver of one!
You’re a newbie in the park?? Do you still like the board I am buying it on 3 July and I am just like you intermediate on the slopes but newbie in the park
Just picked this bad boy up and paired it with the Union Force! I am so stoked for winter
Grant Christopher I got the same setup
picked up the mercury too, got some 20202 falcors with it as well, I cant wait to go next!
How do you like it? I also have Union Force bindings and thinking of picking up this board next season.
Just got one of these yesterday!! It's a stunning looking board. I threw my Burton Cartel bindings on it. I can't wait to take it for a test drive!
Currently reading this while looking at my capita mercury with the burton cartels as well haha
Dude is so classic when he describes the weather especially the snow “mash potatoes” Lol l feel he might just snap and pop himself... one of my favourite reviewers!
narrowed it down to get this or the outerspace living for PNW riding but with frequent road trips
Just got this board last night along with some union falcor bindings, STOKED!
Just got this board yesterday with the strata's and tm3's
Jeremy Drummond sounds like a sick setup
Just bought one for the 2022 season. I know it's only June but I'm definitely looking forward to it already. 'll be riding it with some Burton Cartel bindings. Jumping from an old DC PBJ 155 w/ Ride bindings. Transferring to more all mountain freestyle riding instead of park riding in the past. Thanks for the review and the entertaining top 5's. I'll let you know what I think in the coming season. Cheers
Bought this based on your previous reviews, paired it with the Malavita’s . Now just have to wait 6 friggin months to ride it. Love your your channel, mate. Keep it up!
That six months is worth the wait, or you could just travel to snow.
I just ordered this in 153 with Strata bindings. I'm a small dude, 120lbs size 8 boot. Hope I made the right choice. Can't wait to find out!
@Scraxkat I love it! This review is spot on. 😁
I have a size 7.5 boot, how is the size 8 working out on the 153?
@@maness2112 I had no issues. 👍
I got a 159 and chucked my lien ATs on it. Fuck it rips. Ive never euro carved anything as good. Heel edge locks in solid too. Rides switch easy. Good in pow unless its super deep. Its just so fucken fast it scares the crap out of me.
Hey. Already have one of these due to your recommendations and it is absolutely wild. Couldn't say better things about it so thank you! Gave my friend a turn and he doesn't like it cause its too stable at warp speed and he thinks he's going to orphan his kids if he gets on it again. Question, what else could I buy that would be better for pressing, butters and general mucking around on the mountain? The Mercury is fantastic, but every time I ride it it just wants to go berserk and kill everything in its path while laughing at me manically. Thanks in advance :)
The Outerspace Living from Capita is the little brother and more playful so I would start there. Otherwise I would look at the Ride Zero, Rome Gangplank, or Gnu Finest.
Deciding between Capita Mercury , Jones mtn twin, Bataleon Goliath.. Out of the 3, which one would you choose for All Mountain freestyle?? 🤔
Mercury all day every day.
Thank you! 🙏🏽 I’ll stop procrastinating and go with the Mercury!! 👍🏽
bought a yes typo 2019 on sale was just a lot cheaper. mercury looks dope tho. thanks for the reviews
How do you like the edge hold with the typo? I think it has the under bit and heard it's pretty great on hard to icy snow.
@@bbolanda18 i have been riding both ! Typo and mercury ! Typo is good for ice conditions but is not ice especialist and not so dampt ! But very fun to ride . Mercury is better option if you have plans to ride back country ( in to the resort are )
Bought one, and thank you for the review.
Trying to decide: Mercury or Burton custom. Alls I’ve ever ridden is the custom
Time to expand your horizons.
Angry Snowboarder Done. Thanks!!
Got one two days ago, rode it first day yesterday, first thing I did was point it through a mogul field. Can confirm, fucking slays all terrain but I definitely enjoyed having young person knees.
Sounds like you didn't like it quite as much as last years... Any reason why the National isn't a comparable anymore? (I did watch the review)
Show us a review of the Capita Super DOA.
I'm going back to camber this year and Super DOA is the most intresting board for 2020.
That's not going to happen till sometime in November probably.
@@AngrySnowboarder Good enough! 👍
I've been researching boards like this for a coupl'a seasons now and as my powder board quests are done, I'm left with choosing between adding an asymmetrical board(Greats) or an all mountain freestyle board(Mercury) to help round out the arsenal. Needing something to solidify the buttering game and help make riding fakie great again.
Are you riding fakie or are you riding switch. Big difference in the two. New Greats blows.
@@AngrySnowboarder meant switch. this old maffq still mixes up the two. THX for the tip on this year's Greats!
Cichlid Bro Go for Greats ! YES
They don't have any wide options and I'm 200lbs. size 12 boot. I usually ride mid wide's and can't decide between the 159 or 161. I usually don't like riding over 159 but do you think I really need to just to gain that extra width? I do like laid out euro carving so the drag is what I'm worried about. Plus I'm not a fan of the extra weight or length in the trees. Much thanks for any advice.
This might not be the board for you.
FuNkFaRmEr check out the capita warpspeed
for all mountain im guessing this board is better than the asymulator, right???
100%
I've got the 2018 version of this board. I fucking love it.
Loved that board too!
Have the classic 2019 asymulator but couldn’t resist the 2022 mercury so I am now staring at 2 boards while waiting for summer to end.
Just bought the 156W, winter down here in Oz, ride it next week yewwwww!! 8^)
@@cornholio69 Wow man im mad jealous lol .. how's the snow during the spring time?
@@joshs3905 it slides? HAhaha nah it's ok I guess, whole season was written off due to COVID. About a month till snow is completely gone and still in lockdown, fml
@@cornholio69 I contemplated my season pass for weeks cause of this covid shit... fkn ruining everything man. Hopefully this season doesn't get shit on like the last.
@@joshs3905 I hope so mate, it's the worst feeling knowing there is snow and you can't go
I'm 5-10, 180#, 10inch boot. I've been riding a 160 Flying V for last few years. Is a great ripper and keeps me on top of the POW, but looking for another arrow for my quiver. Looking for a shorter board that is a little more nimble, tighter turns, and won't be as jarring in the played out heavy chunder. I love your reviews, can you point me towards a board? Oh, I ride regilar directional too. Been riding for more than ten years, but only a few times a year. Like ripping fast, but also getting in the pow and maybe a little more off piste going forward.
Just buy this.
6ft 175 with size 10 boots. Would you go 157 or 159?
Either will work, if more freestyle 57 if more charging 59.
Jones mountain twin or murcury for an all mountain everyday board?
Either.
Which all-mnt has better float and carving capabilities? Capita Mercury, Yes Standard, Bataleon Goliath, Rome National or something else? My Capita Scott Stevens pro deck is covering my jib/park needs, so are looking for something I can charge groomers and pow with, which doesn't overlap too much with the Scott Stevens. Thanks for good reviews.
Out of those it would be Standard, Mercury, Goliath, National in that order.
@@AngrySnowboarder Thank you. Can you recommend a board - twin shape isn't a must - that meets the criteria better than the boards mentioned? Gonna use it for 5 weeks in BC in the powder highway area. Counting on beeing all over the mountain - priorities: Pow, rough, groomers, park, in that order. Am an European citizen so will be used in the alps after. 5" 10, US size 8 boots, 165 lbs, regular rider.
180 10.5 boot would 155 b to small 57 might be to much for me to handle
Been waiting for this review! I’m 6’1” 200lbs with a size 11.5 boot. Should I go with the 157 or 159? I plan on doing some riding out in Vail this year. I already have a 156 Yes Jackpot for park so I plan on using this as a 1 board quiver for big mountain. Looking for size that will be nimble in the trees but still support my frame.
59
Cannon Vick how does the Mercury compare to your Jackpot? I bought a 18/19 Jackpot and hate it, way too much of a noodle
I can't decide between Capita Mercury and Ride Algorythm.I don't ride park. Which one would you get?
Whichever one is cheaper, both great boards.
1) I miss some of your written content. 2)Have a 2012 coda 165 (when they were only rocker), 3)220lbs get to Rad Dad age, minus the dad part, 4)intermediateish rider (been on CO blues and easier blacks). Looking for a board that washes out a bit less, and last year tried some park/pipe (loved the pip, park I'll stick to easy boxes, jumps). in the Midwest so powder is rear, when I go west, I'll stick to groomers, and easy tree's, along with more park. Should I get the Mercury or something else?
Snag that Mercury and go shred.
Hey Avran which would you rather go with? This or the jones mountain twin?
This all day every day.
Thanks for all your reviews. I'm an intermediate snowboarder, 195 lbs, 5'11", size 11.5 boots, moving my riding style from just groomers/light park to a more freeride/tree riding base. Do you think I'd be better suited for Capita Mercury or Burton Free Thinker? Is there another board you'd suggest for me? I'm coming off your personal FAVORITE board in the world. Skate banana. haha really looking to change my riding style this season and get serious. Thanks for taking the time to read man 👍 also vid suggestion, top 5 freeride boards?
The Free Thinker would be more logical as a freeride board for you to go to.
@@AngrySnowboarder appreciate the response 🙌
How does this do on hard snow / ice? Trying to decide between this and the Jones MT.
Fine, keep your edges tuned.
How would this board compare to the bataleon goliath?
Looser in the tips, little more playful between the feet.
Just grabbed one for half off. Original buyer rode it TWICE. Literally nothing wrong with it at all.
That's a come up.
I owned one of the first generation Mercuries just after they got renamed from the TFA. It was a great board - totally as described in all your review to date. Last week I tried out a new one - 161 on hardpack. The edge hold was horrendous, it just slipped around like a wet eel and I was on my ass more times in one hour than the past ten years.
Have they changed it? It felt like the contact points had been really pinched in for more rocker zone??? It was also softer than I remember.
I took it back and switched it out for a Burton Custom (camber) - conditions were still tricky, but I could at least keep upright.
Sounds more like bad conditions and rider error. They did tweak the flex pattern so it's a hair softer.
@@AngrySnowboarder rider error always!!! Do you think the factory wax would have also been a factor? It was slippier than a greased ferret down a rainy rabbit hole.
Rider error ! Dud ! Take time to get use to a board , riding ice is not easy matter,bent your knees and twich the board for more ice grip , weight balance important ! 🤪
How do you compare this to the Yes Standard? From both reviews they seem very similar. Which do you recommend for a more freestyle orientated rider?
wondering the same thing too
hey Angry Snowboarder , I wanted to get your opinion if possible..
Between the 2020 Mercury & 2020 Asymulator which one would be your everyday everything board?
I'm an intermediate rider I love every part of the mountain. I enjoy hitting jumps a lot not a crazy rail guy but this year I'm really going to test those waters lol . I pretty much just want 1 kick ass board that I'll have fun with freestyling & doing whatever I want, and being able to hit runs or the park and have an incredible time. Probably taking a trip to mount tremblant or whistler this year.
I picked up the asymulator it's sitting at home right now with brand new 2020 union falcors on it. I can never make a complete decision by myself being why I'm coming for help haha.
If you get time to read this angry snowboarder thanks a lot man I appreciate love your reviews, and if anybody else with a lot of snowboarding experience wants to share your opinion with me please feel free!! I really want this year to define my love for riding.
Here let me validate you. You bought it, time to go ride it.
Josh stop being a wossy dude it’s not all about the deck. Believe in yourself I’ve been riding for 10+ years and I believe that you have to make the choice
How would you compare the pop on the Mercury to the DOA?
Easier to engage and still really solid for the Mercury.
what could have made it less damp this year?
I've wanted this since I saw your review last year. Couldn't land one in the spring or end of season/off-season sales. Thing is just always sold out. I saw the Typo for a good deal. Will I be sad I pass on the Mercury and go with the Typo? Worth waiting for it?
No, Typo is rad as well.
Angry Snowboarder haven’t spotted the review for the 2020 typo. Is it out yet?
@@marks1928 It doesn't change so no reason to ride it again, there's an older Typo review on here.
Need a playful all Mountain board this season which i will mostlry ride on piste but also sometimes in powder
doin a lot of sidejumps and wanna butter from time to time
got a Rome Targa as bindings
better get the Mercury or the Mountain Twin?
Mercury.
@@AngrySnowboarder Thanks a lot already ordered one. Next Question: Rome Targa or Rome Katana as bindings
How does this compare to the Super DOA for carving down groomers with small side jumps?
Thanks alot
It's softer all the way across the board.
Hej ! From Sweden ! I just order the mercury 157 Thanks ! To you ! And Capita may be Happy too !
Tjena! hvilke andre brett vurderte du?
Trickz 25,7 bredd på 157
Hey Angry - I am trying to decide between the Lib Tech Box Knife, Yes Typo, Capita Mercury and Yes Standard. I am in New Zealand so we get 2 or 3 pow days a year (if that) and otherwise I want to hit the park, rails/boxes, side hits and general mountain riding. I have a Lib TRS so looking for something more park friendly that can float in pow if it has to. Thoughts?
Typo or Mercury would be your two top options.
Hi Angry, I've been riding Libtech TRS for the last 10 years, 3 in total, current version is 2015 (due to snapping ACL/MCL in japow on a tree the same year, reducing riding days), looking for something a bit more playful, but still energetic, should I stick with TRS or get the Mercury? Great vids, love the style, although it would be even better to see you riding some of these boards, thx.
Get the Mercury it'll be 10 times easier on your knees.
i want one...
Buy 2
@angrysnowboarder 6'1", 190ish with a 10.5 -11 boot.....your excellent review def pushed me to this board. Groomers, pow, side hits, etc...park is a once in a season affair, and even then Im a lightweight there ;). Used to 159 cambered boards....will my boots fit or do I need to go to a 161....I c a 2mm dif in waist measures between the 2, hope that will be enough? Want to make it as nimble as possible with the 59, or will it end up unstable when charging and dragging when doing those agressive carves?
A 10.5 will fit an 11 will be real tight. Get your boots dialed in before you pick this up.
Hi! Great reviews! Which one do you think is better for all-mountain, hitting side jumps, mainly hard snow but powder whenever there is some and throwing in some tricks? Capita Mercury, Terrain Wrecker or Mountain Twin?
Mountain Twin then Terrain Wrecker/Mercury would be the way I'd go with that.
@@AngrySnowboarder Thank you! I found a good deal on the mountain twin and paired it up with some Union Atlas bindings. Hope it's a good combination 🙂
Do you think Rome DOD bindings will pair up well. If not what’s your pick?
Yes.
are there other comparable boards? maybe just a bit softer
Capita Outerspace Living. Little brother to this and softer.
thanks boss, i rode the doa, mercury and the superdoa - and have to say your description of the boards is accurate down to the last detail
@@AngrySnowboarder do you have anything similar from other brands that you can recommend?
@@flowriderish Jones Frontier, Endeavor Ranger, and I'm sure there's others I feel to lazy to think about it.
Hi, I got a Capita Kazu 160 (I’m 6.0 tall with 225lbs). Would you say a Mercury 161 could be a nice addition or is there to much overlap? Thanks and stay safe + healthy
If you're looking to go softer sure, if not then no.
Is mercury directional shape or capita just moved the stance back? Perhaps there’s a true twin alternative for this board?
It's just set back.
Hey Angry, will my 11.5 size boots fit on the 161? 😬
Probably not.
How does it compare to the older models except being less stiff?
It's still really solid for all mountain use.
Think of replacing my 2012 Bataleon Riot 159 wide with a mercury. Im 5'9" 245lb. W/ size 10 wide boots. Think a 159 is enough board?
Your weight dictates you should bump up a size.
Nice in depth review. I wear a size 8 boot do you think the 255 waist on the 155 will be too wide (5'10" 168 lbs)? Also, what do you think about Capita durability? Heard their boards referred to as Snapita more than a few times. Thanks.
If you're a confident and competent rider shouldn't be an issue, if you're someone that doesn't understand ankle flexion and how to drive an edge in that way probably not the board for you. Here's the thing I've realized most people that snap a Capita are 1. Idiots that tomahawked down a mountain dug the nose/tail in and the board just folded and cracked. 2. Hit a rail at mach ten speeds and then complained it's not covered under warranty, probably the same people that hit a deer with their car and then try to get it covered. 3. Over the weight limit by a long shot but have never learned how to ride a board sized appropriately for them and upset that their fat ass broke it.
Every brand will break under the right conditions.
@@AngrySnowboarder Thanks for the quick response. Enjoying the honest reviews even though I'm a Burton guy and there's not much love for the B here (that's fine). Always ridden Burton since they've never let me down but curious to branch out. Looking at the Mercury vs the Salomon Assassin/Assassin Pro for a camber dominant all mountain daily driver (groomers/trees/smaller jumps in and out of the park) that is playful but can still throw down a decent carve and can hold an edge on the ice coast. I'm a competent upper intermediate rider when I can get out to the hill on a regular basis (life gets in the way sometimes). Maybe a Rad Dad without the kids (44 yrs old). Out of the Mercury vs Assassin which has the best balance of playfulness vs carveability/stability? Should I also consider a Super DOA or nah? Thanks in advance.
@@jeffowen-hicks3286 Check out Angrys Jones Flagship review for 2019-2020. New shape this year. I'm very similar to most of your style, age and what your looking for and boards you have ridden.
@@bbolanda18 thanks for the heads up. But the stars aligned and I was able to pick up a 2020 Mercury 155 at a discount a few weeks ago. Ridden it twice and am loving the flex, edge hold and playfulness of the camber/rocker tips. Factory wax on the base is quick (not as quick as my Custom tho). Both quick and long carves are fun. The extra width is a little noticeable at slow speeds (toe edge turns are a little slow to initiate) but at normal speeds momentum takes over and its a non issue. Haven't ridden any pow yet so can't comment on float. The board is super light and agile which I love. Damping is good and I don't really notice any chatter at the tips. Graphics are surprisingly dope (much better in person than online) which is nice. 8.5/10 until I get a chance to ride it in pow. Would recommend.
What do you like about the Flagship?
@@AngrySnowboarder Hi there. Picked up a 155 Mercury based on your recommendation a few weeks ago. I've been out on it twice and am digging it (see mini review in the comments below). The Canadian Capita rep was there when I bought it and told him Angry Snowboarder sent me. Hope that helps. Pray for snow.
I bought the 2021 mercury. I always had 157 boards but I wanted one a little shorter so I bought the 155 mercury. I am 5'10 168 lbs 10.5 boot size. will the155 be small for me?
For your personal preference maybe.
Love the channel! How does this compare to the 2020 burton process pure pop? Are they similar?
That's more freestyle and oriented towards park than this.
Good review! Thinking about buying the merc for coming seasons. Atm i ride a 158 yes jackpot. I’m 180 lbs 6’1 height and footsize 11.5. I’m down for some agressive carving up to some buttering and powder.
Should i go for the 157 or 159? :)
I don't think your boots will fit on the 57 unfortunately.
Angry Snowboarder the 159 it is then! Thanks for the quick answer
Is there a set back stance on it or set back camber? Want a true twin board where you’re centered on it like the Outerspace living but one step up.
Slight set back.
@@AngrySnowboarder is it big enough to notice a difference in the feel, ride, or how you’re positioned on the board?
If you believe it will effect then you, then it will effect you. If you know how to ride and just say fuck it I'm going to send it you should be fine.
Thanks for all the reviews, crazy amount of work. What size would you recommend if this is a good option for someone who is on the lesser side of intermediate, rides east coast ice with a yearly trip out west on a lago open road, and has a preference for getting down the hill as quickly as I'm comfortable with but also wants to dip his toes into the park side of things? If not, do you mind throwing out some options that would be a better fit for me? 5'9", 145 lbs, 8.5 boot.
This is probably too much board for you honestly if you're just starting to be an intermediate rider. Check out the Jones Frontier or the Rossignol Jibsaw instead.
@@AngrySnowboarder Thanks, I appreciate the advice. Is the 152 frontier the right size for my weight or should I bump up to the 156?
@@colefillinger6845 I'd get the 56.
@@AngrySnowboarder Thanks, you guys are sick. I tried using one of the affiliate links but I don't know if it actually worked.
@@colefillinger6845 Oh it worked.
Awesome review. I'm 165lbs, 6ft 1 and have a size 10 US foot. 157 or 159 do you reckon?
57 for sure unless you are looking to charge a bunch.
Hey man I’ve been looking at this board and the jones ultra mountain twin I’m a heavier rider and the stiffness of the jones ultra mountain twin has me rethinking it. Jw what you think .
This is a lot softer than the Ultra Mountain Twin.
Have you tried the academy team? And if so how does it compare to the Mercury? Thanks
Not yet.
How is riding it centered on sidecut for freestyle/jumping and just having fun fooling around on groomer days?
Fine.
Will a 158w float like a powder board if I set back the stance? I’m 6ft 190lbs with a size 12 boot that wants an aggressive all mountain board. What are its short comings? Thanks Angry
If a snowboard can’t ride powder either the company or you fucked up.
I grew up in the East Coast and never went out west. I am intermediate enough to attack all the trails you can find in New England.
Now I moved to Asia and discovering the pow country in Japan, finding my cheap board is inadequate for that.
I am 5' 8.5" and 160 lbs, and now as I get much older and after some injuries, my feet are far less responsive and less power than before (esp when trying to go thru powder area with a full camber, very old 157 board), what is your advice on should I buy a 155 or 157?
Don't buy this board. It's time to go get something WAY more powder specific that can still carve.
@@AngrySnowboarder thank you, any suggestions?
Oh yeah. Endeavor Archetype, Bataleon Surfer, Bataleon Camel Toe, Capita Navigator, Libtech Orca, Ride Berzerker, Ride Superpig, K2 Simple Pleasures, K2 Cool Bean, Rossignol Sashimi, Rossignol Sushi, Rome Pow Division, Rome Blur, Libtech MC Wayfinder. Don't want to overwhelm you, so that should get you started.
@@AngrySnowboarder appreciated, really helpful!
hi @Angry Snowboarder, also saw your review about Ride Super pig. which one would u suggest between Mercury and Super pig? I like to do butters, small jumps, small side hits, etc. I have the huck knife pro for this season, which does the above all exceptionally well. I would like to have a board which carves better, and also can ride in powder occasionally. Thx & Cheers
Mercury for what you're describing.
Hey bro this week I ride the capita doa for one day and it’s was fun and feel better then my Bataleon Eviltwin but I am
Not park rider so you think the capita mercury will suite better? And the mercury will be more difficult to ride ?
Sure.
Size 11, weight 155-165. Would you recommend the 155 or 157?
Those size 11's are going to be tight on the 57.
Hi Mr. Angry,
Just discovered your channel and I already like your straightforwardness so I'm counting on it.
I own a Burton Process FV but I find myself incapable of keeping up with my skier "friends" in icy conditions (as they are not interested in parks.. go figure).
I'm thinking of buying a board that can be used in all the resort (on or off groomers) to show them that we can carve as good as them and not being washed away as soon as we cross an ice patch (fairly common where I live).
I'm considering the following :
- Capita Mercury
- Yes Standard
- Jones Mountain Twin
What should be your advice?
Thanks in advance.
Out of those three the Mountain Twin would be your best bet, it'll have the best edge grip and drive amazingly off the tail when you rail a hard carve.
@@AngrySnowboarder Wow that was fast !
Thanks for your input I think I'll be going with the Jones even though I liked the design of the top sheet the less.
@@julienc.1632 What did you go with and how is it?
@@bbolanda18 I went with the Jones. Didn't want to make him angrier.
I only tried it a couple time because there's no snow where I'm riding at the moment so I pick an older board.
From what I saw/felt, it's more demanding than what I'm used to but it's also more rewarding. It can carve nicely even on icy terrain and that was what I asked for. It's nice since it don't overlap too much with my other boards.
A friend of mine got the Mercury maybe we will swap boards for a few runs just to have an enlightened opinion.
@@julienc.1632 Thanks for the response. I got the Capita Mercury and love it. This is my first board with edge tech besides camber and I can really feel it grip it's also really fast with a fresh wax. Wondering how the Jones compared to it. I heard really good things about the typo and it's suppose to have great edge hold.
Currently riding a 153 Rossi Jibsaw. I’m 5’7” 165lbs... love the jibsaw as it’s super playful but I never really hit the park and it’s gets squirmy at high speeds, so looking for a more all mountain hard charging board that’s stable and high speeds and soaks up the chunder while still turning easy for tight tree runs and hard carves .. is the mercury 155 everything I’ve been looking for?
It's a step up above the Jibsaw that's for sure. I'd say you might like something that's not a twin though.
Angry Snowboarder what would u recommend?
Just bought one. Still waiting for some snow here😤
Sacrifice a skier.
hi lol
155 or 157 for a 5'9 and 158 pounds that rides mostly in Japan? Thanks!
If you're looking for more pow float I'd get the 57, otherwise 55.
Kozu or Mercury? What one would be your favourite if you had to choose one?
Depends on what you want it for.
@@AngrySnowboarder I've got my park board so I'm looking for something fast, poppy, and just good fun destroying my knees. Do you think they have a lot of overlap? I guess I'm wondering which would be the better one quiver board.
Kazu if you already have a park board.
@@AngrySnowboarder thanks, appreciate you taking the time.
With the new wide sizes that came out I’m planning on picking this guy up this season just would like your opinion on if I would be better off with 158W, 159 regular or 161 regular?
I’m 6’1.5 192lbs with size 11.5 boots
For reference the 158W is 26.3 waist
159- 25.9
161- 26.1
With 11.5's I'd get a wide.
@@AngrySnowboarder 160w or 158w
I'd go 58w.
Currently on a rome mod rocker. I was going to buy this based off your recommendation and the fact that reviews including yours all state it was very stable and damp at speed as the mod rocker I find gets bucked around from time to time. Is this still a good choice or should I be looking else where? thanks
It's a solid choice, you might actually benefit more from a Jones Mountain Twin.
@@AngrySnowboarder How do the mercury and JMT compare in terms of stability/dampness, edge hold and pop? Those are main things I'm looking for with playfulness/butterability as a bonus but not necessary. Thanks.
@@Chris-cw8ey JMT is more stable and damp. It also has more edge hold but less pop.
Do you have more trouble riding switch in the park with the shorter tail on the Mercury?
Thanks for the info!
Do you have a problem riding switch on boards that are not set up asymmetrical?
No, but I’ve never ridden anything directional so am curious how noticeable the small difference is on this board
@@bullseye671 Take your index finger and your thumb, look at someone's head who is far away, that's about how much set back there is. If that effects you, you've got bigger issues.
Dope review. I'm 5'10, 210lbs, size 10.5 boot. You think the 159 will suit me best?
I'd say the 157. But that's just my opinion.
@@danm1279 59 dud !
Hi, Im 5'9, 185 pounds and boot size 9US. What board length should i go for? Im looking for an all mountain do it all type of board: 155cm or 157cm?
I'd go 57.
Would you be down to do a comparison of the capita mercury and burton custom camber?
Probably.
Where’s the comparison at?
capita mercury+burton malavita would it be good setup for intermediate rider? i ride mainly groomers rarely powder and im looking for something to progress in fast riding like carving etc
You're golden.
@@AngrySnowboarder thanks man
Thinking of getting mercury for northeast quiver of one board. I'm 49 years old, 5'10", 195lbs and 9.5 boot size. Trying progress my park and freestyle riding, but spend most time on groomers. What size should I get?
Or should I look at something thing else. Thank you bro!
Snag that 59 and go to town bud.
Thanks, just pulled a trigger on it. What bindings would you recommend for it?
@@mackwendland If you're doing Union probably an Atlas or Strata, K2 Formula, Ride Rodeo, Now Drive's or IPO"s, Rome Katana.
Which board do you prefer Typo (Yes) or Mercury (Capita) ? For an intermediate level snowboarder. He rides all mountain and wants a board that rides well on powder as well. In the park I don't go much, but I do my average jumps. I play in the butter and make turns too. I would like something that can be fun at the same time. I saw your reviews of these two boards, The Mercury seems to be what I want but seems to be less playful than the Typo. I currently have an Endeavor Pionner, I really like the board but I bought a small size and it therefore doesn't float on powder like it should and I would like to change brands to see differences. Cheers Angry
Typo.
Hi Angry. Great review as always. I've been eyeing the Mercury for two season and I'm finally ready to jump. Quick questions:
1. What are the best bindings for the Mercury? I saw in your response to a previous comments that the Cartels and Stratas were good options, but are these the top choices in your opinion?
2. I'm 5'9'' and 170 Lbs. I kinda fall in between the 57 and 59. Any suggestions here?
Thanks.
57 if you want it more all mountain, 59 if you want to charge more. Cartels are solid as are the K2 Formula, Nitro Phantom or Team, Ride Rodeo, Rome Katana.
Angry Snowboarder srtata Union works perfect ! I ride it for 6 months ! With many type of bindings ! Strata is the binding !
I'm not so sure about this board. Bought it and rode for a week now. I find that it turns very badly. It feels to wide.And maybe I'm wrong but does this board have a wirde radus that makes it very difficult to engage.
No and if it feels wide you must have a real tiny foot.
@@AngrySnowboarder UK Size 8. However, I tired the SuperDOA as well and to me that board feels completely different. The DOA turns much easier edge to edge ...as if its more agile. But maybe that’s just me. Thanks for your channel and all the boards you review. Much appreciated. Greetings from Austria.
Well the Super DOA is completely different.
This, or the Signal Disruptor?
They're two different boards geared for different things.
Around 170lbs, 6‘3 and 11US (with low footprint). What size would you suggest?
That's still going to be tight on this board, don't go below a 57 but anything bigger will accommodate that foot size.
@@AngrySnowboarder ty. Weight wise it should be 157 or 159 right?
Hello, I’m 175lb and 5foot 10
I can buy a 2019 model 159 from a friend. Is it too big for me?
Thanks bro
Should work.
Hi, I have been riding Flow The Team (165 full traditional camber) for years, tested Flow Blackout (liked it as I ride mainly fast all mountain but also freeride) I need a board now which wont kill me with slower speeds but still can do the heavy duty, will Mercury be ok? Any comparison with Flow The Team? Thank you for advice.
It's going to be noticeably softer. You might actually like the Jones Ultra Mountain Twin more.
To pair with Stratas, Ultras, or Flux TM?
Stratas or Flux TM would be the two top choices.
Excellent review. How would you compare the Mercury to the Burton Free Thinker?
Free Thinker is going to be a bit more freeride oriented and I believe (don't quote me on this haven't been on one in a while) is slightly stiffer.
@@AngrySnowboarder Great thanks. I have a Free Thinker. You may think I'm crazy, but I like it a lot. It is pretty stiff. I think that's why it's not a crowd favourite. I've been eying of the Mercury for the last year. Thanks for you view !
Free thinker sucks, I had the 2020 and it’s just meh, just done two days on the yes ghost 2020 and my my what a board,
Between this board and the Jones Frontier which board is better at carving and holds a better edge? Or would you say they are fairly close as far as edge hold goes? I am on the east coast so that is number one priority for me because of the icy conditions that happen sometimes.
The Frontier has magnetraction so it will compensate for someone that can't hold an edge on ice better.
@@AngrySnowboarder right on. So would you say that makes the Explorer the better board for carving?
No it will just grip better on that boiler plate crap the east coast gets. The Mercury is the better board through and through.
@@AngrySnowboarder cool man thanks for that bit of info and reply. Love your reviews and your brutally blunt and honest reviews. Mercury it is. Coming from a outerspace living here so the camber profile is basically the same besides the little bit of setback the mercury has and the flex difference
Burton Malavita be solid with this board?
Sure.
Does this board have the "death grip" which in on the older mercury boards?
The sidecut technology with that name or how it actually holds on edge?
@@AngrySnowboarder the technology.
pretty sure it does.
@@AngrySnowboarder I know they removed for a season (or two) then talk of bringing it back, so just checking if it did or not. Thanks 👍
It does.
Hey, I'm looking for a good shorter than average board for playing around and was wondering is it a good idea to get a shorter version of this board for my build (5'10" 180lbs).
No, go get a volume shifted board.
@@AngrySnowboarder thanks for the quick response! I'll start looking into volume shifted boards. What would you reccomend?
Hi good evening,
I have been riding the regular DOA and the Jones mountain twin this season and both feel pretty good. I’m looking to purchase maybe the Capita Mercury or Super DOA. Would you say the Mercury is more aggressive than the Super DOA? Also Is the Mercury much more aggressive than the regular doa and mountain twin? I’m between intermediate and advanced skill level, 5’9, 175-180 pounds, 10.5 boot, ride 60% all mountain 40% park also want to hit natural features, side hits, and butter around. What size should I be looking at in the Mercury or SDOA? Thank you much in advance for the advice it’s really appreciated!
No. Just get the Mercury you'll be fine.
Thank you much for the advice again! Do you think the Union Atlas bindings are too stiff or a good fit for the Mercury? In your opinion what’s a good option? Again 60% all mountain (natural jumps, hips, buttering around, bombing, carving) and 40% park riding.