I've been lurking on the snowboard review section for a while and I find your videos to be the most informative and satisfying to watch. Great job dude keep it up!
Just road this board today! From a beginner-intermediate perspective. Amazing board! If you’re looking at this board and you’ve been riding a softer board this is gonna feel way meatier torsionally you’ll find that you might have to consciously engage your heel and toe when first riding this board. But very manageable I went from a hard rocker board to this so I did have some struggles as far as when this board got to speed you really have to bend your knees and commit to stoping or scrubbing speed off. But very fast and very stable feeling board I personally loved it and look forward to progressing on this board. If you’re thinking about it get it.
Thanks for such an honest review. The Mercury has been on my radar for a year or so. A couple of other reviewers commented that its a pretty stiff/aggressive board. I already have a Burton Free Thinker. It's pretty stiff, but I quite like it. However, you do have to keep your wits about you at low speed and have found trying to make tighter turns 'off piste' not so easy. Your description/experience with the Mercury makes it sound like a board I would really enjoy. I tried to hunt one down in Australia a few months ago, but they had sold out. I will be in Whistler within the next month, I'll have to check one out. I can't complain though, I'm brining a Korua Shapes Tranny Finder to try out. It's also said to be a good 'all rounder', but it is a much more directional shape. In any case, please keep the reviews coming. Great work!
Thanks! Yeah it sold out quickly in Australia, so I had to get one over here, they seem to sell out quick, but I guess that is a good thing for a board. I think that the Mercury should be a bit easier to get tight turns at slower speeds a bit easier than the Free Thinker, just because it isn't full camber and has a bit more forgiveness from the rocker.
@@SnowboardRobot hi there, was wondering that board has everything i want but still not sure how that handle presses , would give me a hand ? when you do presses or butter does it feel ok to keep it for a time ? i'm sure that the board can gives theresponse pop out you need to take out from the press but does it allows you to stay on the nose or the tail ? thanks for your answer !
@@rubencalderon9512 I rode again yesterday, and it definitely takes more effort to hold a press, and it won't be up as high. I am sure that the rocker on the nose and tail help a little bit, but it is cancelled out by the stiffer flex.
@@SnowboardRobot Cool I don't live near snow, so It's like that every trip anyway Lol. I'm small 120lbs size 8 boot, so I got the 153. Hope it was a good choice!
Great riding, killer vid, and great review. I'm on my second season with my 2020 Mercury and I love it as well. FWIW- the recommended stance set up on this board is 23" (on the 159). I'm 6'3" 175lbs and I'm used to riding a tighter, surfier stance at 22.5" +18/+3 . It took some time to find where I like my set up, but I've ended up with my front foot inside of the RECO holes with my bindings pushed forward, and my back foot binding pretty centered in the RECO holes. This leaves me set back a little with a 22.75 stance with no option to set back further for deeper days, but that hasn't bothered me at all. This board floats great without needing a different set back stance for pow. I find it turns quicker with my front foot inside of RECO- but everybody's different... Also I totally agree- this board is a rocket ship. I don't know what magic tech Capita has put in this base but it is so damn fast. I also ride a Capita 2020 NeoSlasher Split and I'm super crazy about that board. The middle holes on front/back set up for a 22.5" stance (on the 161) and it surfs and carves like a dream. Thanks again for your killer vids- I really dig your riding style
Thanks! I have spent most of the time on the Mercury with my back foot on recommended, and the front foot one set of inserts narrower, which seems to work well for me most of the time. I just started riding it in the park more this season, and have moved the back binding closer than the recommended, not sure what the measurements are but it is much easier to move around now.
@@SnowboardRobot Nice. I agree- The Merc carves so well that I'm surprised more "all mountain carver" types aren't asking for a more centered hole options to accommodate a tighter stance. What am I supposed to do with all of these holes in front of the RECO stance- do people really ever ride this board with a 25" stance? I'm heading out for a couple turns today and I'm gonna try both feet inside of RECO and see how that works. FWIW- setting up inside of RECO is def closer to (or even inside of )a 22.5" stance. Thanks again for the review
Hola ! I’m glad to hear at you like it the Mercury ! Like we talk the last time ! ( azymulator ) I got this two boards too ! Last year I ride the Mercury 155 I’m 75 kg but I felt the side cut I little bit too short and after 2 feet snow needs more float ! That’s why I get the 157 this year ! Is in plastic waiting for the perfect day to rip ! By the time I’m riding Bataleon ( Goliath , Evil twin , party way by now ) this last board party wave from Bataleon you got to review this one as a second quiver board ! Is super super fun to ride , carving ,,,o got this one on 151 but if you ride bigger mountains like BC May need 154 , I have not testing this board in pow ! May be a fun pow board for the dimensions side cut radius 9.0 and 28 cm wide , wow !!! And that wide nose open de pow 💥, TBT tech make it feel like lose and not so gripi like the Warpig at the same size ! That also ride it for 3 days ......! Check this deck ! Bataleon party wave you will love it ! It’s a board that always has to be in the back sit of your car just in case !!! ❤️
Hi, best review so far. Have not noticed your channel before but now I'm a fan and you will be my go-to review! :) Please do a review for YES Standard, 2021 Orca and Never Summer Harpoon please!
Nice video! I’m struggling with deciding what board to get. I’m 6’5” 230lbs and have a size 12 boot. So the struggle of finding a board that will serve me well is real haha. I’m a beginner and will mainly be riding parks but have friends that live in Colorado. So I want to get a board that can handle a little bit of everything well.
Thanks! The 161 Mercury would be a good choice, it will have enough width for your boots/weight. You could also look at the Mountain Twin ruclips.net/video/afWdk6Af6DU/видео.html in one of the bigger wide models, it is very similar in specs and how it rides to the Mercury. You will still be able to flex both boards without much effort, and they will have enough forgiveness with the rocker nose and tail to have fun in the park.
Love the review! Much better perspective after rising it for a month than just demoing it for a day. I was wondering, how does this stack up with the DOA?
Thanks! Overall I would say that it is quite a bit stiffer and more aggressive than the DOA, so it is way more stable at high speed. Drops and powder are much nicer on the Mercury, the stiffness of the tail makes things way easier. I haven't really done too much riding of the Mercury in the park, but I plant to this year and see what it is like - though if you were riding lots of park I would probably like the DOA more, being a bit softer and more forgiving is something I would want in a park board.
Im stuck between the Bataleon Goliath and the mercury and between the bataleon blaster and the cartels. I randomly ended up watching both your reviews on the cartels and the mercury… I know this review is old now but I’m wondering if you have had any experience with the Goliath and how they compare. I ride mostly in Greece and Bulgaria so an icy and slashy conditions are commonplace. I have rented the Goliath for two seasons and I’m happy with it, but if the internet is to be believed the mercury seems similar with better edge grip and a faster base. I can find them at similar prices whiting 50 bucks of each other. I’m also a 9.5 boot size, 184cm and about 100kg kitted up, so looking for something between 160W-163.
I'm glad I wasn't the only one who had to get used to how it turned. I'm not sure why, but for some reason my first few runs on my 2019 Mercury (same board with different graphics) I found it kind of hard/weird to turn compared to my Rossignol One LF and Nitro Team boards. I assume it has something to do with the structured base.
If I had to guess I think it would be the change from a full camber board to a shorter effective edge with rocker on the ends, and the bump in the middle - but I like it now I am used to it.
@@SnowboardRobot Interesting. It does have a shorter effective edge than my other boards. Never thought of that. I'd think it would be the opposite, where the longer effective edged boards would be harder to turn.
Good review, I bought Mercury 159cm and have the same opinion. Great do it all (except rails) board for experienced riders who want to progress. Btw I tried board in powder on very high speeds - it floats/surfs good and jumps in powder are made easily and effectively due to good pop and a bit stiffer tail that absorbs bombs/energy pretty well
Yeah I'd love to try one, I rode the Skeleton Key which has a few of the same features and really liked it snowboardrobot.com/snowboards/burton-skeleton-key/
Thanks! The more fisheye looking stuff is filmed with the insta360 that I am holding on a pole most of the time, and the nicer footage is with the Osmo pocket.
Fantastic review man - been watching your videos for some years now and must have seen this one 10 times! I'm a firmly intermediate rider, stick almost exclusively to groomers, love riding fast and carving trenches but not into park much bar the odd kicker. Really considering the Mercury but just wondered how forgiving it is at low speed, and how agile it feels? I'd be coming from a Never Summer Ripsaw, which I enjoy riding at pace but is a chore at low speed or when navigating rutted out terrain with care. How would the Merc compare? Big thanks, man!
I would have a look at the Jones Mountain Twin - ruclips.net/video/afWdk6Af6DU/видео.html I found it to be very very similar, but with a softer flex, even though the specs might say differently. I haven't ridden the 2021 model though, which has a few changes from the older models.
The Mind Expander floats way better in powder, the flat/rocker and giant nose means there is no effort needed to keep it up at all. I never actually set the bindings on the Mercury all the way back, so I'm sure I could get some more float out of it if I had to, but it is still much more of a do everything board compared to the Mind Expander. I would really like to try the Ultra Mind Expander though, mostly to see what it is like having camber with the same shape. I think that the Ultra would probably fix the things I didn't like so much (edge hold/stability).
I like this better than the Mountain Twin, I have kept mine and have no plan on selling or upgrading it - though technically the Mountain Twin is very similar.
I'm having a hard time deciding between the Capita Mercury and the Jones Ultra Mountain Twin. I consider myself an advanced rider. I'm 6'0, 200lbs with size 10 boots. I like to ride fast, carve, ride steep lines, tight trees, hit side hits, small to medium jumps, and butter here and there. Are these boards good choices? Would you recommend one over the other? Or something else?
I have ridden the Ultra Mountain Twin for a few runs now, enough to get an idea of how it rides but not a in a super detailed way. Technically it is quite similar to the Mercury in camber/flex/weight/base, but I would choose the Mercury, it was a little bit easier to move around, and felt a little more lively to me. The Ultra Mountain Twin would definitely be the choice if you are a really aggressive rider who needs a lot of performance at high speed in steep terrain, but might be a bit more work for side hits and buttering. I think the Mercury would still be the best choice, it is stiff enough to handle steep terrain and high speeds, but there will be a little extra flex that will make it a bit more fun for side hits and more freestyle riding. I still love mine, I don't really have a board that I think can replace it.
Thanks! It was all filmed at Big White in BC Canada - as well as the Mountain Twin review. Both are pretty solid choices, I liked the Mercury more, though I haven't ridden the newer Mountain Twin (with spoon on the nose and tail), though overall they are very similar boards. Medium stiff flex, camber with a bit of rocker on the nose and tail, sintered base and ride well everywhere. If you could find one on sale I would just get whichever is better value or you like the look better, as they are pretty much the same thing.
Hi, nice review . I'm looking for the Mercury, i'm in the limbo between beginner and intermediate snowboarder. Now i'm riding a capita outerspace living, do you think the mercury it's too difficult to ride for my level?
The Mercury is pretty much just a stiffer, faster upgraded Outerspace Living, so if you like how that rides, you should be fine on the Mercury. You might find it a bit harder to move around at first with the stiffer flex/slightly wider waist width, but it is a good board that you will be able to push your riding a long way on.
@@SnowboardRobot Thanks for the answer . just another thing . I'm 5'6" Tall and weight 133 Lbs i'm suppose to take the 153 it's ok or the it's for bigger people because i saw that the navigator ist also awailable in 147 and 151 cm ...
If the Mercury is your daily driver, how much more board is the mega. I feel confident and competent on the Mercury. I’m an instructor certified high Intermediate. Is the Mega a vast difference in ride? Thanks Lachey!
It isn't actually much "more" board. Faster, lighter and a slightly different flex feel (hard to describe), but unless you are super into saving weight and don't care about the price, the regular one would be fine.
Yeah I missed out in the southern hemisphere winter, so I bought it as soon as they came out in Canada this season. Just one of those boards you have to snap up quick I guess. There are a couple on ebay, as well as the Arthur Longo 157 version with different graphics.
Would you recommend this for a beginner? I'm 5'10 63kg roughly 140lb not really sure what size would be beneficial. East coast so it's a bit icy out here.
If you are starting out I would probably choose the Outerspace Living over the Mercury bit.ly/36VYtBG - it has the same camber profile, but a softer flex and is a bit narrower so it will turn with less effort. I think the 154cm would be ideal for you, or the 155 wide if you have size 11 or bigger boots.
Hi Robot :) Really Nice Channel. I like your flow :) So I can't decide which board to choose. I'm thinking about Capita Mercury or Capita Asymulator or Rome Agent. Now I have Voelkl Wall Pro. I 'm looking for something a bit more flexible and playful but still with good edge hold. I will be using it Resort 70%, Park 20%, Backcountry 10% . Looking forward to hearing your opinion.
Great video! I wanted to ask, do you think 155 or 157 would be better for me? I weigh 165-175 depending on the week lol - with size 9.5 boots I want something responsive and quick in the trees but also has enough pop to Ollie a slow sign. I live in Ontario, so float on powder is secondary - but I do plan on travelling with it to the Rockies for years to come. Ideally I want an all mountain / side hit slayer that is still butterable and fun on smaller hills
I think that the 155 will be the best choice for the sort of riding you are talking about, it'll be quick and easy to turn, and when you get to the rockies just set the bindings all the way back.
Hey brother, great review. I've been snowboarding for 10 years and consider myself to be relatively advanced all-mountain, and intermediate in the park. I'm looking to get back into snowboarding after a 4 year break. Im going to be doing 70% all-mountain and 30% park (mostly jumps). Would you go with Mercury or Asymulator for a quiver of one? Thanks for your time brother
Thanks! Definitely the Mercury, I think it would match the sort of riding you do perfectly. It isn't cheap but you get a lot of board for what you pay. The Asymulator is fun, but I would only choose if it you mainly ride park with much less all mountain riding.
Thanks! I rode the Super 8 a few of years ago, and I did really like it. The old review is here - snowboardrobot.com/snowboards/salomon-super-8/ The main difference would be that the Super 8 has a much more pronounced directional shape, as well as the profile. Lots of rocker on the nose, and camber in the back, while the Mercury is close to a twin in shape and profile. The Korua Shapes Tranny Finder that I bought last season is along the lines of the Super 8, just a faster stiffer wider feeling board. ruclips.net/video/pDW03DkFk-M/видео.html
Great review man. Im 6’1” , 190lbs and size 12 boots do you think the 159 would be sufficiently wide? Also I’m an intermediate rider, would you consider this board to agressive for me? Thank you :)!
The 159 would work with size 12's, just wide enough to handle the boots but still will feel quick edge to edge. It could have a bit of a learning curve, but I think that it would be a great long term choice, that will help you advance as far as you want - you won't feel like you are going to grow out of the board.
Thanks, I never noticed any chatter at high speed, it feels pretty stable. The first couple of shots of here have me riding pretty quickly (though it's in powder).
@@SnowboardRobot I was wondering if this would be ok for a bigger boot as well because of the Death Grip. The Death Grip is right in the middle so I did not know if that would through off the measurements? Thanks for any help in advance.
@@bbolanda1818 Nah the DeathGrip is just a little bump on the middle of the sidecut, it wouldn't add any extra useful width - though the Mercury is fairly wide anyway, especially in the bigger sizes.
@@SnowboardRobot Thank you sir, love your videos. I just got the Mercury 161 with size 11.5 boots (thank you for confirming the size choice I made) and a heavier guy and like you I'm coming from riding a Custom (5 different in the last 15 years) so I'm excited to go rip and see how it feels.
I can’t decide between this or the DOA. I’m an intermediate rider looking to progress in the park this upcoming season. Nothing crazy, just some butters/jibs and small jumps/side hits. I’ve heard the DOA is a little more forgiving but from what I’ve seen of the mercury I’m becoming more and more unsure. Any thoughts?
I would definitely go for the DOA. There isn't much that is forgiving about the Mercury, so the riding you want to do will be harder work. The DOA will be a safe bet.
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!
I haven't ridden the Super DOA myself, but from what I have heard from friends who have ridden it is that is isn't much stiffer than the DOA at all, just made with high end materials. To me, the Mercury and the Mountain Twin felt very similar when riding to me, though I think that the Mercury felt a bit lighter. I would stick around the 155 size for you, if you rode less park then maybe you could go bigger, but a 155 should be pretty safe. Either way both the Mercury and Super DOA are pretty expensive, but their specs are fairly similar.
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.
@@SanDiegoCrow I have only ridden on the Atlas bindings for a little while, but the other option that would suit it really well is the Burton Cartels snowboardrobot.com/binding-reviews/burton-cartel/ I have used them on the Mercury the whole time and I think the flex/features suit it really well, though anything mid/stiff should make a good match.
I really like both - but I would choose the Mercury if you want something that feels a bit stiffer (at least to me) and if you think you might ride it in a bit more powder. The rocker sections on the Mercury will help it float with less effort.
I actually really liked the Free Thinker, it is light, poppy and fun, but it would only replace a Mercury if I only really rode it in the park. I guess the main thing would be if you want the benefits of a full camber board like the Free Thinker.
@@SnowboardRobot Thanks for the input Robot! All my boards have been camber dominant but never full camber so I’m intrigued. Plus I’ve been riding switch a lot more so figured the true twin of FT would be fun and it’s stiffness seems comparable to Mercury so thought it’d be a good step. Love jumps, trees and charging I’m not into rails or boxes though so I may have to rethink this 🤔
Thanks for the video! I’ve been going back and fourth on sizing. I’m 6’2” 175lbs, so I hit in the 59 or 61. I like to ride everything and am expected to get a lot of powder this year in Alaska. Leaning towards the 61 because of my height but worried it might be too big and stiff to butter and still do tricks. I saw a taller team rider Kevin backstrom is 6’ 140lbs and rides a 157 Mercury, so is also on the lower end of that weight range. I’m of course no where near his skill level and he could probably kill it on a piece of driftwood. Anyway, would love your recommendations on sizing if you have time. Thanks!
That's a tough one - I think you will get good float even on the 159, though any size will still need a bit of effort to butter. The bigger 161 will give you good float, but I think that you might get a better all around board with the 159, and you could just set the bindings all the way back when there is tons of snow.
Yeah I'll definitely try and get one this season to film with. I have a written review of it here from when I tested it out and was seriously considering it or the Huck knife. snowboardrobot.com/snowboards/capita-defenders-of-awesome/
Hey man LOVE the content. Im looking at for a do it all board and Im torn between the Capita Mercury and the Ride Warpig. I lean more to mountain riding (2/3) but I want to progress in the park. Out of those options which would you prefer? Open to other suggestions from you as well but definitely leaning towards those two.
Thanks! Unless you really like flat/rocker boards, I would definitely choose the Mercury. Much more pop, better edge hold and a better ride switch. The Jones Mountain Twin ruclips.net/video/afWdk6Af6DU/видео.html would be a very similar option that is quite close to the Mercury in specs as well.
Hi! I am 6’0 175 lbs and I would say I am in between intermediate and advanced! Im a size 12, i ride extremely aggresive, fast, love the powder, but also enjoy freestyling. Ive ridden a lot of boards 159 but see people (including yourself) recommending the 157, what should I do?
Hey Man Trying to make up my mind with Capita mercury vs. Ride Algorhythm as a one board quiver , mostly all mountain, pow here and there. which would do you recommend? I'm leaning towards Mercury. As a 177 CM, 68-70 KG, 9US boot - will the Merc 153 be a good fit? Thanks!
I haven't ridden the Algorhythm, but it looks quite similar in specs to the Mercury. I would even consider the 155 Mercury, so that you get some better float in powder and some more stability, but the 153 would be alright if you like shorter boards.
Thank you for the review! I have the supernova do you have any thoughts on how these two compare? Because of your video I am now thinking of getting the mercury as well. I do some park but I really like an all-around board with some speed to it
It sounds like the Mercury would be a good choice, it is definitely a fast board, but the rocker nose/tail do give it a bit of forgiveness in the park as well. If I don't really know how the conditions are going to be, then it is an easy choice for me to just take my Mercury.
I'm currently in the market for a Capita Mercury snowboard and could use some advice. I typically wear US size 11 boots sometimes 11.5. I also have Rome Katana bindings in L/XL. Now, the big question is whether I should go for a wide or non-wide board. Any insights or recommendations based on your experiences would be greatly appreciated!
Hey there. Great job on the reviews, very well done! I bought a 21 Mercury 155, but I'm second guessing the size. I'm 5'6" 165-170lbs. I'm in there on the weight range for the 155, but it feels a little big given the length, and nose and tail width. I'm a little over the weight range of the 153, but thinking it may be ok given it's close to the specs of my old terrain wrecker. I ride mainly in VT, tend to bomb, like jumping, and I get in the trees whenever I can. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks!
Thanks! The 155 might be on the bigger size, but the only tradeoff might be a bit more effort in the trees, the length will keep it more stable on jumps and when you ride fast. If you were able to swap it for the 153 it might get be a bit easier to move around, and even with the weight range it would still stay solid. Really both options would be alright I think.
How does the Mercury feel compared to the terrain wrecker? I’m looking to upgrade to a new all Mtn board. Most of my riding will consist of bombing groomers, but I also want a board that will be nimble enough in the trees
I haven't ridden any Niche boards for a few years, and haven't ever been on the Maelstrom. The features make it sound good, and the few Niche boards I have ridden felt quite light and snappy. I really can't tell or notice how much the death grip adds to the edge hold of the board - I'm sure it does a little, but it doesn't really have that specific grippy tearing feeling of magne-traction or Never Summer boards.
Hey mate, have you ridden the mega merc yet? If so your thoughts on it? I've been looking at the mercury for a while but the mega mercury has me intrigued.
I haven't ridden it yet, though I want to - it looks like it has similar changed like the DOA/Super DOA - lighter, faster, way more expensive. I'll see when I ride it, but the regular Mercury is still a light and quick board anyway.
Oh, I just added another video of the Mercury, with a bit more park riding in it. It felt very solid and stable on jumps, though I would only really straight air XL's, but I could spin on L and smaller jumps. I really didn't mind how it rode on rails, I got used to it pretty quickly. I struggle to press it, it is a bit stiff for me to be able to get a proper press.
this is a great review. next year's mercury will come in wide sizes, so i can finally get on one with my size 12 boots. one question though. if i shifted the bindings forward half an inch to counter the setback, would it basically be like riding a true twin (save the longer nose vs tail outside the contact points)? or is the sidecut also setback half an inch, so moving my stance forward would be putting myself off-center in the sidecut? am i just overthinking a negligible detail that i won't notice while riding? would love to rock this thing in the park, so i wanted to be sure. thanks!
I am not 100% sure on if the sidecut is setback or not, or if you can just move the bindings forward to cancel it out. I would just ride it for a bit on the recommended stance to get used to it, switch never felt weird to me on it at all. I ride mine almost only in the park now, and I was riding it on the narrowest inserts with my Step On bindings, and have now have regular Cartels back on it with recommended on the back, and narrowest on the front, even though I spend a fair bit of time taking off or landing switch - no problems at all for me - I think you could probably just imagine it is a true twin and it will feel like it!
@@SnowboardRobot sounds awesome, thanks for the quick response! my current board is the capita outsiders, which i really do love, i just think i might appreciate something that turns a bit easier (or looser) at slow speeds. i know you also had an outsiders, do you prefer the mercury over that for park now?
Awsome review! Would you help me choosing between Outerspace living and mercury? I'm doing snowboarding for 3 years. For me jumps are the most fun, i can grab, do 180's, 360's are the goal now, but i think i could handle with a little training. I don't have snowparks in my country, so i mostly jump off natural hits, kickers. Butters look fun, but i know just one or two. I don't mind chargin with speed or riding casual. I want to get into more jumping though. Is the mercury too much for me? Or maybe some other board? (Gnu space case for example, i have an offer for burton custom mystery 2017, but idk)
The Outerspace Living would be a good option, it has a pretty similar camber to the Mercury, but is a bit softer and a bunch cheaper because it has a simpler core and slower base. The main thing to check with that though is it has way narrower waist widths, so it might depend on the size of the boots you wear. What size boots do you have and whats your weight/height?
@@SnowboardRobot Definetly cheaper, thanks for the answer! I wear 9.5 boots and i weigh 78 kg. I was thinking 156. 158 better on jumps or should i go smaller?
@@mihneamitrofan4905 The 156 would be an option for those size boots, but that would be about as narrow as you would want to go. If the DOA is an option though, thats an easy win. The DOA will do all that riding you need, has a flex softer than the Mercury and has a faster base than the Outerspace Living. 156 would be a good all-round size for jumps, and riding everywhere else.
I would choose the 155 as the first choice, it will still turn quickly and because of the rocker rides a bit smaller than you expect. I wouldn't worry about the waist width, it isn't wide enough to slow the edge to edge turns down.
Snowboard Robot awesome man! I hope you’re able to get on more Mervin boards in the future and make reviews on em because your reviews are some of my favorite
Snowboard Robot I have one! It rips and floats like crazy. Unfortunately this season the Lake Tahoe area where I ride hasn’t seen too many powder days so I haven’t been able to really test it out in its natural environment, but on groomers it carves like a dream. I hope you’re able to get on one soon because it’s a ton of fun in the deep stuff.
I didn't really set it back, but I had the back foot on recommended, and the front foot on the narrowest set of inserts. It is a great board for everything, now that I ride it in the park quite a bit I am on the narrowest stance for both bindings.
Yeah I am roughly similar weight to you, I bought the 157 because I knew that I wanted to ride it in a lot of powder, otherwise I would have bought the 155 for everyday/park riding.
Nice review! I am digging your channel. What is the reference stance width you are riding at? I am asking because I have a narrow stance and want to know if the stance range fits my needs. Thanks!
Thanks! I don't have a tape measure with me, but I now ride it with the narrowest stance on the 157, which feels nice for me, and on most boards I am around 20.5-21 inches wide.
Hi Snowboard Robot, thanks for the review. I’m 6’, 150lbs, 10.5 (reduce footprint), Burton Photon boots and Gensis bindings. I’m Intermediate to advance, snowbording about 12 years, 8 days a year. Most of time I’m on slope, some small jumps some of the lips, some curving... Powder when possible, never park. I like to ride short boards around the 153 and that what I’m thinking about the Mercury. Considering my riding style and the fact that I perfer very maneuverable board, do you think the 153 is the right choise?
Hmm, with the rocker sections on the nose and tail, it rides like a shorter board anyway, at least to me. I think that the 155 would be a better option for powder, but if you like shorter boards, you could just set the 153 all the way back if there is a whole lot of snow.
Looking at the mega merc. Have a NS 25, WB and Proto HD, but really want a one board quiver to do everything but park and I don't ride switch. Would you recommend the Merc or any other? Thanks!
I haven't ridden the Mega Merc yet, but the regular Mercury is very capable. As long as you are fine changing from mostly hybrid (rocker between the feet) to camber, then I think that any of the boards in this video would do everything you need - ruclips.net/video/KAu4WJfGYnw/видео.html
Would you recommend the capita mercury or nitro team if I am 5’8, 160 lbs and wear a size 7.5 boot? I currently also have the union strata bindings in small. I mainly like doing the occasional side hit, ripping down on hard groomers, as well as backcountry and like tossing in butters from time to time but no rails. Too old lol. Also what size board for either of those two or any other board you may advise? Thank you. Love your reviews and I really appreciate the extra footage you include at the end of each review. What mountain do u film on? Looks like a dream!
Thanks! I would probably choose the Nitro Team in the 152 as the first choice. Although both will do really well at the sort of riding you described, the Team will have a more solid feel carving on groomers (because of the camber), but the main thing that give the Team an advantage is the width. The Team is quite a bit narrower, so for those smaller boots it will have a much nicer and quicker feel edge to edge. Although technically the flex rating is stiffer than the Mercury (7/10 compared to 6.5/10), to me the Mercury felt stiffer. Though if you went with the Mercury 153, the wider width and reverse camber nose and tail will do a bit better in powder.... it just might be the tiniest bit more work on groomers. Most of this was filmed at Big White in BC!
Snowboard Robot thanks so much for the quick reply! I really appreciate the advice. I was almost ready to pull the trigger on a 155 because I was only considering my weight and not the width so thank you for that as well. Do you think it would be ok if I got the 155? Or do you think 152 should be my limit? And I was thinking about weather to go to whistler/black comb or LAAX for about a week this winter but you sold me on any part of BC lol. Cheers!
The Ultimate Ride did feel a bit softer once it was broken in, but it still has a way more aggressive camber feel, which I think it because it has such a long effective edge. The Mercury has a much different feel turning, and floats with much less effort in deeper snow. Though I have demoed the new 2021 Ultimate Ride, which has a setback stance, a bit softer flex and taper, and I liked it much more than the old one.
Any negatives or anything you would improve about the board? It's so funny. I have the same exact setup although I still haven't gotten to try t out with the slow start to the season here in the north east. Sounds like Khruangbin at the end ;)
No real negatives in how it rides, and is seems quite tough considering that I seem to regularly hit it rocks and logs etc - the main downside would be the price, its pretty expensive.
Thanks! Nah I don't ride with any forward lean. If I had a dedicated carving board I would because I like the more aggressive feel, but not for everyday riding.
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 ?
It will be noticably stiffer than the DOA, but I think it would be the better choice if you want to ride harder/faster, and it will be slightly better in fresh snow as well.
@@SnowboardRobot Not many big lines at all, riding in Aus and japan almost entirely and have a pow board. I think the 58 should be good but I'm max on their weight ranges, they might be a bit off for wides though. Thanks man.
Great review! I am 71kg/175cm, mostly riding in Japan. Looking for a all-mountain freeride board. Would you recommend it? If yes, what size? Can it handle Pow without too much rear leg fatigue? Or would recommend a different board? Thanks
Thanks! Yeah the 157 would be a good balance between float in powder, and good for all-mountain riding. If there was a crazy day that got loads of snow, I would just set it all the way back anyway, though it does float well with a centered stance anyway. I haven't noticed my back leg getting tired riding this one at all. Another option would be the Nitro Fusion, snowboardrobot.com/snowboards/nitro-fusion/ it rides that sort of terrain just as well.
I have only ridden the Beast once, and when I rode it I found it quite stiff, though others that I have flexed didn't seem to be as stiff as the one I rode. Overall I would say that the Mercury is going to be softer than the Beast.
Thanks! I am 6 foot tall, around 155lbs - although the 155 would have been a good choice for my weight, I wanted just a little longer so it would do better in powder
I have ridden the 2020 Mountain Twin, it's super similar in specs to the Mercury, in camber profile, flex etc, but I would choose the Mercury - it is lighter and has a faster base. That is picking tiny details though, they are so close together.
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I've been lurking on the snowboard review section for a while and I find your videos to be the most informative and satisfying to watch. Great job dude keep it up!
Thanks!
Just road this board today! From a beginner-intermediate perspective. Amazing board! If you’re looking at this board and you’ve been riding a softer board this is gonna feel way meatier torsionally you’ll find that you might have to consciously engage your heel and toe when first riding this board. But very manageable I went from a hard rocker board to this so I did have some struggles as far as when this board got to speed you really have to bend your knees and commit to stoping or scrubbing speed off. But very fast and very stable feeling board I personally loved it and look forward to progressing on this board. If you’re thinking about it get it.
Hey Lachie, love the "long term" review, and your take on how it feels to live with the board!
Nice review man, I know you don’t put out a ton of content, but when you do it’s pretty good. Looking forward to seeing more🤙🏼
Thanks so much!
Love this review man, great footage, love the music and riding footage you do after the end of the review.
Thanks! I appreciate it!
Snowboard Robot What song did you use as background music at the end?
Nicely shot and edited with some genuine informative opinion. I don't personally ride a Capita but enjoyed watching this. Great job :)
More review vids please. Content and quality are spot on!
Thanks, there are more coming soon!
Just pre ordered the 2024 model hyped!
Nice! can't go wrong with it
Just got one earlier today and now this. Awsome review, can't wait to ride it.
Oh nice! It's such a good board, you'll love it!
Thanks for such an honest review. The Mercury has been on my radar for a year or so. A couple of other reviewers commented that its a pretty stiff/aggressive board. I already have a Burton Free Thinker. It's pretty stiff, but I quite like it. However, you do have to keep your wits about you at low speed and have found trying to make tighter turns 'off piste' not so easy. Your description/experience with the Mercury makes it sound like a board I would really enjoy. I tried to hunt one down in Australia a few months ago, but they had sold out. I will be in Whistler within the next month, I'll have to check one out. I can't complain though, I'm brining a Korua Shapes Tranny Finder to try out. It's also said to be a good 'all rounder', but it is a much more directional shape. In any case, please keep the reviews coming. Great work!
Thanks! Yeah it sold out quickly in Australia, so I had to get one over here, they seem to sell out quick, but I guess that is a good thing for a board. I think that the Mercury should be a bit easier to get tight turns at slower speeds a bit easier than the Free Thinker, just because it isn't full camber and has a bit more forgiveness from the rocker.
@@SnowboardRobot Thanks again.
Great review. Love the narrative description and visuals. Keep them coming!!
Have just over 5 days on mine. Super fast charger with lots of pop. I love it as a do everything board. Highly recommend!
Definitely, so far it would the best all round board I have ridden.
@@SnowboardRobot hi there, was wondering that board has everything i want but still not sure how that handle presses , would give me a hand ?
when you do presses or butter does it feel ok to keep it for a time ? i'm sure that the board can gives theresponse pop out you need to take out from the press but does it allows you to stay on the nose or the tail ?
thanks for your answer !
@@rubencalderon9512 I rode again yesterday, and it definitely takes more effort to hold a press, and it won't be up as high. I am sure that the rocker on the nose and tail help a little bit, but it is cancelled out by the stiffer flex.
Just bought this board and union strata bindings. I always use rentals, so it will be my first board. Can’t wait to try it!
Oh awesome! Don't be put off if it seems like a hard board to ride at first, you will get used to it quickly!
@@SnowboardRobot Cool I don't live near snow, so It's like that every trip anyway Lol. I'm small 120lbs size 8 boot, so I got the 153. Hope it was a good choice!
@@BinfordOver9000 It'll be good!
@@SnowboardRobot Finally been riding my Mercury this week. Absolutely love it! ❤️
so nice to see some quality content filmed at biggie!!! instant sub!
Thanks for the review! Just bought it with 50% off 🤙 can't wait until winter season!
Where at??
I am buying it 3 July at a 30% discount
Thanks for your review. I just bought it yesterday~!
Great riding, killer vid, and great review. I'm on my second season with my 2020 Mercury and I love it as well. FWIW- the recommended stance set up on this board is 23" (on the 159). I'm 6'3" 175lbs and I'm used to riding a tighter, surfier stance at 22.5" +18/+3 . It took some time to find where I like my set up, but I've ended up with my front foot inside of the RECO holes with my bindings pushed forward, and my back foot binding pretty centered in the RECO holes. This leaves me set back a little with a 22.75 stance with no option to set back further for deeper days, but that hasn't bothered me at all. This board floats great without needing a different set back stance for pow. I find it turns quicker with my front foot inside of RECO- but everybody's different... Also I totally agree- this board is a rocket ship. I don't know what magic tech Capita has put in this base but it is so damn fast.
I also ride a Capita 2020 NeoSlasher Split and I'm super crazy about that board. The middle holes on front/back set up for a 22.5" stance (on the 161) and it surfs and carves like a dream.
Thanks again for your killer vids- I really dig your riding style
Thanks! I have spent most of the time on the Mercury with my back foot on recommended, and the front foot one set of inserts narrower, which seems to work well for me most of the time. I just started riding it in the park more this season, and have moved the back binding closer than the recommended, not sure what the measurements are but it is much easier to move around now.
@@SnowboardRobot Nice. I agree- The Merc carves so well that I'm surprised more "all mountain carver" types aren't asking for a more centered hole options to accommodate a tighter stance. What am I supposed to do with all of these holes in front of the RECO stance- do people really ever ride this board with a 25" stance? I'm heading out for a couple turns today and I'm gonna try both feet inside of RECO and see how that works. FWIW- setting up inside of RECO is def closer to (or even inside of )a 22.5" stance. Thanks again for the review
Great view, I bought the same model recently, looks really cool
That’s it ! That’s all !!! Mercury ! I got one in 157 ! Thanks 🙏 for the great review....smooth riding by the way ! 👀✌️
Love the B roll at the end
Nice place!!! Happy new year!!!
Just love your video style bro!
Hola ! I’m glad to hear at you like it the Mercury ! Like we talk the last time ! ( azymulator ) I got this two boards too ! Last year I ride the Mercury 155 I’m 75 kg but I felt the side cut I little bit too short and after 2 feet snow needs more float ! That’s why I get the 157 this year ! Is in plastic waiting for the perfect day to rip ! By the time I’m riding Bataleon ( Goliath , Evil twin , party way by now ) this last board party wave from Bataleon you got to review this one as a second quiver board ! Is super super fun to ride , carving ,,,o got this one on 151 but if you ride bigger mountains like BC May need 154 , I have not testing this board in pow ! May be a fun pow board for the dimensions side cut radius 9.0 and 28 cm wide , wow !!! And that wide nose open de pow 💥, TBT tech make it feel like lose and not so gripi like the Warpig at the same size ! That also ride it for 3 days ......! Check this deck ! Bataleon party wave you will love it ! It’s a board that always has to be in the back sit of your car just in case !!! ❤️
Hi, best review so far. Have not noticed your channel before but now I'm a fan and you will be my go-to review! :)
Please do a review for YES Standard, 2021 Orca and Never Summer Harpoon please!
Thanks! As soon as resorts open again I'll see if I can get my hands on those boards!
@@SnowboardRobot Cool! Thanks a lot for your prompt reply and help for the reviews! Hopefully one day we will meet at Hotham/Falls or Japan :)
On a side note @Snowboard Robot which do you think would be more of a feasible board for an intermediate - the Orca or Harpoon?
@@dpj9421 They are both going to be fairly similar, the shape, width and camber profiles are pretty much the same -
You should review the yes typo. Interested to see how it compares to the mercury
I'll see if I can get one to ride this winter.
Rode a Mercury with Cartels in Niseko this year. It was great!
It's such a solid board
Nice video! I’m struggling with deciding what board to get. I’m 6’5” 230lbs and have a size 12 boot. So the struggle of finding a board that will serve me well is real haha. I’m a beginner and will mainly be riding parks but have friends that live in Colorado. So I want to get a board that can handle a little bit of everything well.
Thanks! The 161 Mercury would be a good choice, it will have enough width for your boots/weight. You could also look at the Mountain Twin ruclips.net/video/afWdk6Af6DU/видео.html in one of the bigger wide models, it is very similar in specs and how it rides to the Mercury. You will still be able to flex both boards without much effort, and they will have enough forgiveness with the rocker nose and tail to have fun in the park.
Love the review! Much better perspective after rising it for a month than just demoing it for a day. I was wondering, how does this stack up with the DOA?
Thanks! Overall I would say that it is quite a bit stiffer and more aggressive than the DOA, so it is way more stable at high speed. Drops and powder are much nicer on the Mercury, the stiffness of the tail makes things way easier. I haven't really done too much riding of the Mercury in the park, but I plant to this year and see what it is like - though if you were riding lots of park I would probably like the DOA more, being a bit softer and more forgiving is something I would want in a park board.
Snowboard Robot thanks for the insight! I’d love to hear your opinion of how the mercury handles in the park later. Definitely considering getting one
Im stuck between the Bataleon Goliath and the mercury and between the bataleon blaster and the cartels. I randomly ended up watching both your reviews on the cartels and the mercury… I know this review is old now but I’m wondering if you have had any experience with the Goliath and how they compare.
I ride mostly in Greece and Bulgaria so an icy and slashy conditions are commonplace. I have rented the Goliath for two seasons and I’m happy with it, but if the internet is to be believed the mercury seems similar with better edge grip and a faster base. I can find them at similar prices whiting 50 bucks of each other.
I’m also a 9.5 boot size, 184cm and about 100kg kitted up, so looking for something between 160W-163.
I'm glad I wasn't the only one who had to get used to how it turned. I'm not sure why, but for some reason my first few runs on my 2019 Mercury (same board with different graphics) I found it kind of hard/weird to turn compared to my Rossignol One LF and Nitro Team boards. I assume it has something to do with the structured base.
If I had to guess I think it would be the change from a full camber board to a shorter effective edge with rocker on the ends, and the bump in the middle - but I like it now I am used to it.
@@SnowboardRobot Interesting. It does have a shorter effective edge than my other boards. Never thought of that. I'd think it would be the opposite, where the longer effective edged boards would be harder to turn.
Good review, I bought Mercury 159cm and have the same opinion. Great do it all (except rails) board for experienced riders who want to progress. Btw I tried board in powder on very high speeds - it floats/surfs good and jumps in powder are made easily and effectively due to good pop and a bit stiffer tail that absorbs bombs/energy pretty well
What about quick turns and edge to edge? Thanks
Dude. Killer reviews being able to watch you ride. What’s your home mountain? Those runs looks rad af. Cheers
Thanks! For a long time it was Big White, but in Australia it would be Mt Hotham.
Hey mate great reviews! Hopefully you can get on a Burton Deep thinker cheers and keep it up.
Yeah I'd love to try one, I rode the Skeleton Key which has a few of the same features and really liked it snowboardrobot.com/snowboards/burton-skeleton-key/
This terrain looks very familiar ;) Looking at a new board for Biggie. Obviously suits Biggie well!
It sure does!
awesome shots and great riding! Really enjoy your videos. What camera are you using to shoot?
Thanks! The more fisheye looking stuff is filmed with the insta360 that I am holding on a pole most of the time, and the nicer footage is with the Osmo pocket.
Fantastic review man - been watching your videos for some years now and must have seen this one 10 times!
I'm a firmly intermediate rider, stick almost exclusively to groomers, love riding fast and carving trenches but not into park much bar the odd kicker.
Really considering the Mercury but just wondered how forgiving it is at low speed, and how agile it feels? I'd be coming from a Never Summer Ripsaw, which I enjoy riding at pace but is a chore at low speed or when navigating rutted out terrain with care. How would the Merc compare?
Big thanks, man!
can you recommend a board similar to the mercury? at the same level but a little softer?
From other brands
I would have a look at the Jones Mountain Twin - ruclips.net/video/afWdk6Af6DU/видео.html I found it to be very very similar, but with a softer flex, even though the specs might say differently. I haven't ridden the 2021 model though, which has a few changes from the older models.
@snowboardrobot How does the float in powder compare to say a JonesMind Expander? ( given you have ridden a mind expander)
The Mind Expander floats way better in powder, the flat/rocker and giant nose means there is no effort needed to keep it up at all. I never actually set the bindings on the Mercury all the way back, so I'm sure I could get some more float out of it if I had to, but it is still much more of a do everything board compared to the Mind Expander. I would really like to try the Ultra Mind Expander though, mostly to see what it is like having camber with the same shape. I think that the Ultra would probably fix the things I didn't like so much (edge hold/stability).
Did you like this or the Jones Mountain Twin better?
I like this better than the Mountain Twin, I have kept mine and have no plan on selling or upgrading it - though technically the Mountain Twin is very similar.
I'm having a hard time deciding between the Capita Mercury and the Jones Ultra Mountain Twin. I consider myself an advanced rider. I'm 6'0, 200lbs with size 10 boots. I like to ride fast, carve, ride steep lines, tight trees, hit side hits, small to medium jumps, and butter here and there. Are these boards good choices? Would you recommend one over the other? Or something else?
I have ridden the Ultra Mountain Twin for a few runs now, enough to get an idea of how it rides but not a in a super detailed way. Technically it is quite similar to the Mercury in camber/flex/weight/base, but I would choose the Mercury, it was a little bit easier to move around, and felt a little more lively to me.
The Ultra Mountain Twin would definitely be the choice if you are a really aggressive rider who needs a lot of performance at high speed in steep terrain, but might be a bit more work for side hits and buttering.
I think the Mercury would still be the best choice, it is stiff enough to handle steep terrain and high speeds, but there will be a little extra flex that will make it a bit more fun for side hits and more freestyle riding. I still love mine, I don't really have a board that I think can replace it.
@@SnowboardRobot Thanks so much for responding and giving me your opinion. You have made my choice easy. I'm going to buy the Mercury.
Live the review. Where did you film this? I like the reviews on this board. I also think about the Jones mountain twin. Thoughts?
Thanks! It was all filmed at Big White in BC Canada - as well as the Mountain Twin review. Both are pretty solid choices, I liked the Mercury more, though I haven't ridden the newer Mountain Twin (with spoon on the nose and tail), though overall they are very similar boards. Medium stiff flex, camber with a bit of rocker on the nose and tail, sintered base and ride well everywhere. If you could find one on sale I would just get whichever is better value or you like the look better, as they are pretty much the same thing.
Hi, nice review . I'm looking for the Mercury, i'm in the limbo between beginner and intermediate snowboarder. Now i'm riding a capita outerspace living, do you think the mercury it's too difficult to ride for my level?
The Mercury is pretty much just a stiffer, faster upgraded Outerspace Living, so if you like how that rides, you should be fine on the Mercury. You might find it a bit harder to move around at first with the stiffer flex/slightly wider waist width, but it is a good board that you will be able to push your riding a long way on.
@@SnowboardRobot Thanks for the answer . just another thing . I'm 5'6" Tall and weight 133 Lbs i'm suppose to take the 153 it's ok or the it's for bigger people because i saw that the navigator ist also awailable in 147 and 151 cm ...
@@RedRik1986 The Navigator does look like a good option in one of the smaller sizes, but I haven't ridden it so I don't know how it goes
thanks for the review. Do you like the mercury more than your kazu for all mountain/any snow condition riding?
Oh yes definitely, I think that the Mercury is a way better all around board for me
Looking at a 2022 Mercury 158w . Being a stiffer board was it hard loading up camber to engage pop? How about doing quick skate like Ollie’s ?
If the Mercury is your daily driver, how much more board is the mega. I feel confident and competent on the Mercury. I’m an instructor certified high Intermediate. Is the Mega a vast difference in ride? Thanks Lachey!
It isn't actually much "more" board. Faster, lighter and a slightly different flex feel (hard to describe), but unless you are super into saving weight and don't care about the price, the regular one would be fine.
I found on Peter Glenn for $400 brand new. Couldn’t pass it up.
it is so difficult to find one Mercury now.
Yeah I missed out in the southern hemisphere winter, so I bought it as soon as they came out in Canada this season. Just one of those boards you have to snap up quick I guess. There are a couple on ebay, as well as the Arthur Longo 157 version with different graphics.
Where were you riding? Lovely tree lines.
Big White, BC Canada
Would you recommend this for a beginner? I'm 5'10 63kg roughly 140lb not really sure what size would be beneficial. East coast so it's a bit icy out here.
If you are starting out I would probably choose the Outerspace Living over the Mercury bit.ly/36VYtBG - it has the same camber profile, but a softer flex and is a bit narrower so it will turn with less effort. I think the 154cm would be ideal for you, or the 155 wide if you have size 11 or bigger boots.
Hi Robot :) Really Nice Channel. I like your flow :)
So I can't decide which board to choose. I'm thinking about Capita Mercury or Capita Asymulator or Rome Agent. Now I have Voelkl Wall Pro. I 'm looking for something a bit more flexible and playful but still with good edge hold. I will be using it Resort 70%, Park 20%, Backcountry 10% . Looking forward to hearing your opinion.
Great video! I wanted to ask, do you think 155 or 157 would be better for me?
I weigh 165-175 depending on the week lol - with size 9.5 boots
I want something responsive and quick in the trees but also has enough pop to Ollie a slow sign. I live in Ontario, so float on powder is secondary - but I do plan on travelling with it to the Rockies for years to come. Ideally I want an all mountain / side hit slayer that is still butterable and fun on smaller hills
I think that the 155 will be the best choice for the sort of riding you are talking about, it'll be quick and easy to turn, and when you get to the rockies just set the bindings all the way back.
Hey brother, great review. I've been snowboarding for 10 years and consider myself to be relatively advanced all-mountain, and intermediate in the park. I'm looking to get back into snowboarding after a 4 year break. Im going to be doing 70% all-mountain and 30% park (mostly jumps). Would you go with Mercury or Asymulator for a quiver of one? Thanks for your time brother
Thanks! Definitely the Mercury, I think it would match the sort of riding you do perfectly. It isn't cheap but you get a lot of board for what you pay. The Asymulator is fun, but I would only choose if it you mainly ride park with much less all mountain riding.
Very good footage, really liked it,
did you test the Salomon super 8?
Seems to be an interesting board like the mercury
Thanks! I rode the Super 8 a few of years ago, and I did really like it. The old review is here - snowboardrobot.com/snowboards/salomon-super-8/
The main difference would be that the Super 8 has a much more pronounced directional shape, as well as the profile. Lots of rocker on the nose, and camber in the back, while the Mercury is close to a twin in shape and profile. The Korua Shapes Tranny Finder that I bought last season is along the lines of the Super 8, just a faster stiffer wider feeling board. ruclips.net/video/pDW03DkFk-M/видео.html
@@SnowboardRobot thanks!!!
Great review man.
Im 6’1” , 190lbs and size 12 boots do you think the 159 would be sufficiently wide?
Also I’m an intermediate rider, would you consider this board to agressive for me?
Thank you :)!
The 159 would work with size 12's, just wide enough to handle the boots but still will feel quick edge to edge. It could have a bit of a learning curve, but I think that it would be a great long term choice, that will help you advance as far as you want - you won't feel like you are going to grow out of the board.
Great video! Were you able to just point it straight down the hill and haul ass? Any chatter issues at high speeds?
Thanks, I never noticed any chatter at high speed, it feels pretty stable. The first couple of shots of here have me riding pretty quickly (though it's in powder).
@@SnowboardRobot Thanks!
Think it s possible to rode the 161 with us boot size 12?
Yeah definitely, the 261mm waist width will give you enough width.
@@SnowboardRobot I was wondering if this would be ok for a bigger boot as well because of the Death Grip. The Death Grip is right in the middle so I did not know if that would through off the measurements? Thanks for any help in advance.
@@bbolanda1818 Nah the DeathGrip is just a little bump on the middle of the sidecut, it wouldn't add any extra useful width - though the Mercury is fairly wide anyway, especially in the bigger sizes.
@@SnowboardRobot Thank you sir, love your videos. I just got the Mercury 161 with size 11.5 boots (thank you for confirming the size choice I made) and a heavier guy and like you I'm coming from riding a Custom (5 different in the last 15 years) so I'm excited to go rip and see how it feels.
@@bbolanda1818 Awesome! it's such a good board
I can’t decide between this or the DOA. I’m an intermediate rider looking to progress in the park this upcoming season. Nothing crazy, just some butters/jibs and small jumps/side hits. I’ve heard the DOA is a little more forgiving but from what I’ve seen of the mercury I’m becoming more and more unsure. Any thoughts?
I would definitely go for the DOA. There isn't much that is forgiving about the Mercury, so the riding you want to do will be harder work. The DOA will be a safe bet.
@@SnowboardRobot awesome, thanks so much! Just found your channel and really looking forward to watching some more of your content
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!
I haven't ridden the Super DOA myself, but from what I have heard from friends who have ridden it is that is isn't much stiffer than the DOA at all, just made with high end materials. To me, the Mercury and the Mountain Twin felt very similar when riding to me, though I think that the Mercury felt a bit lighter. I would stick around the 155 size for you, if you rode less park then maybe you could go bigger, but a 155 should be pretty safe. Either way both the Mercury and Super DOA are pretty expensive, but their specs are fairly similar.
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.
@@SanDiegoCrow I have only ridden on the Atlas bindings for a little while, but the other option that would suit it really well is the Burton Cartels snowboardrobot.com/binding-reviews/burton-cartel/ I have used them on the Mercury the whole time and I think the flex/features suit it really well, though anything mid/stiff should make a good match.
Where are you riding? Looks amazing
Thanks! This was all at Big White, BC Canada
Hi mate. THX for the video. I have a question - BURTON CUSTOM CAMPER or CAPITA MERCURY...:)
I really like both - but I would choose the Mercury if you want something that feels a bit stiffer (at least to me) and if you think you might ride it in a bit more powder. The rocker sections on the Mercury will help it float with less effort.
I have the Mercury now and thinking of picking up the Free Thinker to replace it in my quiver? Good move?
I actually really liked the Free Thinker, it is light, poppy and fun, but it would only replace a Mercury if I only really rode it in the park. I guess the main thing would be if you want the benefits of a full camber board like the Free Thinker.
@@SnowboardRobot Thanks for the input Robot! All my boards have been camber dominant but never full camber so I’m intrigued. Plus I’ve been riding switch a lot more so figured the true twin of FT would be fun and it’s stiffness seems comparable to Mercury so thought it’d be a good step. Love jumps, trees and charging I’m not into rails or boxes though so I may have to rethink this 🤔
Thanks for the video! I’ve been going back and fourth on sizing. I’m 6’2” 175lbs, so I hit in the 59 or 61. I like to ride everything and am expected to get a lot of powder this year in Alaska. Leaning towards the 61 because of my height but worried it might be too big and stiff to butter and still do tricks. I saw a taller team rider Kevin backstrom is 6’ 140lbs and rides a 157 Mercury, so is also on the lower end of that weight range. I’m of course no where near his skill level and he could probably kill it on a piece of driftwood. Anyway, would love your recommendations on sizing if you have time. Thanks!
That's a tough one - I think you will get good float even on the 159, though any size will still need a bit of effort to butter. The bigger 161 will give you good float, but I think that you might get a better all around board with the 159, and you could just set the bindings all the way back when there is tons of snow.
Snowboard Robot Thank you for the response! Very much appreciated!
Can you review Capita DOA?
Yeah I'll definitely try and get one this season to film with. I have a written review of it here from when I tested it out and was seriously considering it or the Huck knife. snowboardrobot.com/snowboards/capita-defenders-of-awesome/
Hey man LOVE the content. Im looking at for a do it all board and Im torn between the Capita Mercury and the Ride Warpig. I lean more to mountain riding (2/3) but I want to progress in the park. Out of those options which would you prefer? Open to other suggestions from you as well but definitely leaning towards those two.
Thanks! Unless you really like flat/rocker boards, I would definitely choose the Mercury. Much more pop, better edge hold and a better ride switch. The Jones Mountain Twin ruclips.net/video/afWdk6Af6DU/видео.html would be a very similar option that is quite close to the Mercury in specs as well.
@@SnowboardRobot Thank you so much!
Hi! I am 6’0 175 lbs and I would say I am in between intermediate and advanced! Im a size 12, i ride extremely aggresive, fast, love the powder, but also enjoy freestyling. Ive ridden a lot of boards 159 but see people (including yourself) recommending the 157, what should I do?
I'd go bigger, seeing that you ride fast and like bigger boards, as well as the extra width of the 159 will suit the size 12s a bit more.
Hey Man
Trying to make up my mind with Capita mercury vs. Ride Algorhythm as a one board quiver , mostly all mountain, pow here and there. which would do you recommend? I'm leaning towards Mercury.
As a 177 CM, 68-70 KG, 9US boot - will the Merc 153 be a good fit?
Thanks!
I haven't ridden the Algorhythm, but it looks quite similar in specs to the Mercury. I would even consider the 155 Mercury, so that you get some better float in powder and some more stability, but the 153 would be alright if you like shorter boards.
Snowboard Robot will it be significantly less enjoyable on pow with the 153?
Hey, in the end, what did you buy?) I have the same choice.
yoooo where are you riding here? this place looks like magic
It's all at Big White in Canada, a super nice place!
Thank you for the review! I have the supernova do you have any thoughts on how these two compare? Because of your video I am now thinking of getting the mercury as well. I do some park but I really like an all-around board with some speed to it
It sounds like the Mercury would be a good choice, it is definitely a fast board, but the rocker nose/tail do give it a bit of forgiveness in the park as well. If I don't really know how the conditions are going to be, then it is an easy choice for me to just take my Mercury.
I'm currently in the market for a Capita Mercury snowboard and could use some advice. I typically wear US size 11 boots sometimes 11.5. I also have Rome Katana bindings in L/XL. Now, the big question is whether I should go for a wide or non-wide board. Any insights or recommendations based on your experiences would be greatly appreciated!
I think you would be best off going for a wide option, you are definitely in the range for them.
I have the same shoe size and ride a 156w Mercury. Its perfect for me
Great review! Where are you riding at? It looks amazing!
Thanks! This was all at Big White in BC, Canada
Hey there. Great job on the reviews, very well done! I bought a 21 Mercury 155, but I'm second guessing the size. I'm 5'6" 165-170lbs. I'm in there on the weight range for the 155, but it feels a little big given the length, and nose and tail width. I'm a little over the weight range of the 153, but thinking it may be ok given it's close to the specs of my old terrain wrecker. I ride mainly in VT, tend to bomb, like jumping, and I get in the trees whenever I can. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks!
Thanks! The 155 might be on the bigger size, but the only tradeoff might be a bit more effort in the trees, the length will keep it more stable on jumps and when you ride fast. If you were able to swap it for the 153 it might get be a bit easier to move around, and even with the weight range it would still stay solid. Really both options would be alright I think.
How does the Mercury feel compared to the terrain wrecker? I’m looking to upgrade to a new all Mtn board. Most of my riding will consist of bombing groomers, but I also want a board that will be nimble enough in the trees
What’s your opinion of the Niche Maelstrom? How does the “death grip” compare to magne-traction?
I haven't ridden any Niche boards for a few years, and haven't ever been on the Maelstrom. The features make it sound good, and the few Niche boards I have ridden felt quite light and snappy. I really can't tell or notice how much the death grip adds to the edge hold of the board - I'm sure it does a little, but it doesn't really have that specific grippy tearing feeling of magne-traction or Never Summer boards.
Damn where did you film this? Looks amazing
It was all filmed at Big White, in BC Canada.
Hey mate, have you ridden the mega merc yet? If so your thoughts on it? I've been looking at the mercury for a while but the mega mercury has me intrigued.
I haven't ridden it yet, though I want to - it looks like it has similar changed like the DOA/Super DOA - lighter, faster, way more expensive.
I'll see when I ride it, but the regular Mercury is still a light and quick board anyway.
Did you ever ride the NeverSummer Ripsaw?
Really like your Review Videos!
Thanks! I haven't, but hopefully I will ride one in the next week or two.
Hows the park with this? Pressing , jibbing and jumps?
Oh, I just added another video of the Mercury, with a bit more park riding in it. It felt very solid and stable on jumps, though I would only really straight air XL's, but I could spin on L and smaller jumps. I really didn't mind how it rode on rails, I got used to it pretty quickly. I struggle to press it, it is a bit stiff for me to be able to get a proper press.
Where is this place?? Love it
It's all at Big White in BC, Canada
this is a great review. next year's mercury will come in wide sizes, so i can finally get on one with my size 12 boots. one question though. if i shifted the bindings forward half an inch to counter the setback, would it basically be like riding a true twin (save the longer nose vs tail outside the contact points)? or is the sidecut also setback half an inch, so moving my stance forward would be putting myself off-center in the sidecut? am i just overthinking a negligible detail that i won't notice while riding? would love to rock this thing in the park, so i wanted to be sure. thanks!
I am not 100% sure on if the sidecut is setback or not, or if you can just move the bindings forward to cancel it out. I would just ride it for a bit on the recommended stance to get used to it, switch never felt weird to me on it at all.
I ride mine almost only in the park now, and I was riding it on the narrowest inserts with my Step On bindings, and have now have regular Cartels back on it with recommended on the back, and narrowest on the front, even though I spend a fair bit of time taking off or landing switch - no problems at all for me - I think you could probably just imagine it is a true twin and it will feel like it!
@@SnowboardRobot sounds awesome, thanks for the quick response! my current board is the capita outsiders, which i really do love, i just think i might appreciate something that turns a bit easier (or looser) at slow speeds. i know you also had an outsiders, do you prefer the mercury over that for park now?
Awsome review! Would you help me choosing between Outerspace living and mercury? I'm doing snowboarding for 3 years. For me jumps are the most fun, i can grab, do 180's, 360's are the goal now, but i think i could handle with a little training. I don't have snowparks in my country, so i mostly jump off natural hits, kickers. Butters look fun, but i know just one or two. I don't mind chargin with speed or riding casual. I want to get into more jumping though. Is the mercury too much for me? Or maybe some other board? (Gnu space case for example, i have an offer for burton custom mystery 2017, but idk)
The Outerspace Living would be a good option, it has a pretty similar camber to the Mercury, but is a bit softer and a bunch cheaper because it has a simpler core and slower base. The main thing to check with that though is it has way narrower waist widths, so it might depend on the size of the boots you wear. What size boots do you have and whats your weight/height?
@@SnowboardRobot Definetly cheaper, thanks for the answer! I wear 9.5 boots and i weigh 78 kg. I was thinking 156. 158 better on jumps or should i go smaller?
@@SnowboardRobot height 178 cm
@@SnowboardRobot I can choose the Doa too. What do you think?
@@mihneamitrofan4905 The 156 would be an option for those size boots, but that would be about as narrow as you would want to go. If the DOA is an option though, thats an easy win. The DOA will do all that riding you need, has a flex softer than the Mercury and has a faster base than the Outerspace Living. 156 would be a good all-round size for jumps, and riding everywhere else.
Hello!,150 lb and 9 boots size.153 or 155?i prefer fast turns and the table width worry me.
Thanks
I would choose the 155 as the first choice, it will still turn quickly and because of the rocker rides a bit smaller than you expect. I wouldn't worry about the waist width, it isn't wide enough to slow the edge to edge turns down.
Thanks!do you prefer mercury vs kazu?
Awesome review! I plan on picking up a 155 cm next season, have you reviewed any lib tech or gnu boards?
Nice! I have ridden just a few, but haven't filmed with any. So far it has been the Lib Tech Skate Banana, GNU Mullair and the GNU Spam.
Snowboard Robot awesome man! I hope you’re able to get on more Mervin boards in the future and make reviews on em because your reviews are some of my favorite
@@Oscondor Hopefully I will test an Orca soon!
Snowboard Robot I have one! It rips and floats like crazy. Unfortunately this season the Lake Tahoe area where I ride hasn’t seen too many powder days so I haven’t been able to really test it out in its natural environment, but on groomers it carves like a dream. I hope you’re able to get on one soon because it’s a ton of fun in the deep stuff.
did you set back your stand at all in order to ride the deeper snow? it looks like a great daily driver board
I didn't really set it back, but I had the back foot on recommended, and the front foot on the narrowest set of inserts. It is a great board for everything, now that I ride it in the park quite a bit I am on the narrowest stance for both bindings.
Hello! I am looking to buy the Mercury, although I was recommended to buy the 155 weighing 73 kg. What’s your thought on this?
Yeah I am roughly similar weight to you, I bought the 157 because I knew that I wanted to ride it in a lot of powder, otherwise I would have bought the 155 for everyday/park riding.
Nice review! I am digging your channel. What is the reference stance width you are riding at? I am asking because I have a narrow stance and want to know if the stance range fits my needs. Thanks!
Thanks! I don't have a tape measure with me, but I now ride it with the narrowest stance on the 157, which feels nice for me, and on most boards I am around 20.5-21 inches wide.
@@SnowboardRobot alright. Thanks!
Hi Snowboard Robot, thanks for the review.
I’m 6’, 150lbs, 10.5 (reduce footprint), Burton Photon boots and Gensis bindings.
I’m Intermediate to advance, snowbording about 12 years, 8 days a year.
Most of time I’m on slope, some small jumps some of the lips, some curving...
Powder when possible, never park.
I like to ride short boards around the 153 and that what I’m thinking about the Mercury.
Considering my riding style and the fact that I perfer very maneuverable board, do you think the 153 is the right choise?
Hmm, with the rocker sections on the nose and tail, it rides like a shorter board anyway, at least to me. I think that the 155 would be a better option for powder, but if you like shorter boards, you could just set the 153 all the way back if there is a whole lot of snow.
Snowboard Robot thanks 🙏🏻
Looking at the mega merc. Have a NS 25, WB and Proto HD, but really want a one board quiver to do everything but park and I don't ride switch. Would you recommend the Merc or any other? Thanks!
I haven't ridden the Mega Merc yet, but the regular Mercury is very capable. As long as you are fine changing from mostly hybrid (rocker between the feet) to camber, then I think that any of the boards in this video would do everything you need - ruclips.net/video/KAu4WJfGYnw/видео.html
@@SnowboardRobot decided and ordered a Mercury vs Mega Merc. Really want one board to do it all no matter the conditions.
What boot size were you riding that 157 on? Did you experience any heel or toe contact?
I was wearing 9.5us / 27.5 Salomons, no toe or heel drag - though it is relatively wider board anyway.
Did you have any problems with the waist width? I have 9,5 US boots or 43 european
Nope, no problems at all, even on the narrowest inserts with low binding angles (+9 -6).
Would you recommend the capita mercury or nitro team if I am 5’8, 160 lbs and wear a size 7.5 boot? I currently also have the union strata bindings in small. I mainly like doing the occasional side hit, ripping down on hard groomers, as well as backcountry and like tossing in butters from time to time but no rails. Too old lol. Also what size board for either of those two or any other board you may advise? Thank you. Love your reviews and I really appreciate the extra footage you include at the end of each review. What mountain do u film on? Looks like a dream!
Thanks! I would probably choose the Nitro Team in the 152 as the first choice. Although both will do really well at the sort of riding you described, the Team will have a more solid feel carving on groomers (because of the camber), but the main thing that give the Team an advantage is the width. The Team is quite a bit narrower, so for those smaller boots it will have a much nicer and quicker feel edge to edge. Although technically the flex rating is stiffer than the Mercury (7/10 compared to 6.5/10), to me the Mercury felt stiffer.
Though if you went with the Mercury 153, the wider width and reverse camber nose and tail will do a bit better in powder.... it just might be the tiniest bit more work on groomers. Most of this was filmed at Big White in BC!
Snowboard Robot thanks so much for the quick reply! I really appreciate the advice. I was almost ready to pull the trigger on a 155 because I was only considering my weight and not the width so thank you for that as well. Do you think it would be ok if I got the 155? Or do you think 152 should be my limit? And I was thinking about weather to go to whistler/black comb or LAAX for about a week this winter but you sold me on any part of BC lol. Cheers!
Hi, how would You compare Yours Salomon Ultimate Ride to Capita Mercury? Are there any advantsges of one over another?
The Ultimate Ride did feel a bit softer once it was broken in, but it still has a way more aggressive camber feel, which I think it because it has such a long effective edge. The Mercury has a much different feel turning, and floats with much less effort in deeper snow.
Though I have demoed the new 2021 Ultimate Ride, which has a setback stance, a bit softer flex and taper, and I liked it much more than the old one.
Hi I’ve been offered a 157 half price 21 version. I’m 88kg and 5ft 10. Will this be to small for my weight?
Thanks for the video.
The 157 will be a good size for you
Thanks for your response! Your vids are great. So is your snowboarding. Keep it going 👌🏻
Any negatives or anything you would improve about the board? It's so funny. I have the same exact setup although I still haven't gotten to try t out with the slow start to the season here in the north east. Sounds like Khruangbin at the end ;)
No real negatives in how it rides, and is seems quite tough considering that I seem to regularly hit it rocks and logs etc - the main downside would be the price, its pretty expensive.
can i ask - do you ride with forward lean? great riding by the way
Thanks! Nah I don't ride with any forward lean. If I had a dedicated carving board I would because I like the more aggressive feel, but not for everyday riding.
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 ?
It will be noticably stiffer than the DOA, but I think it would be the better choice if you want to ride harder/faster, and it will be slightly better in fresh snow as well.
Going to grab one on sale this year for next year. 80kg with size 11 boot, should I get the 158w or the 160w for a daily driver do you think?
The 158 would probably be the best all around option, unless your riding is just big lines and really fast speeds all the time.
@@SnowboardRobot Not many big lines at all, riding in Aus and japan almost entirely and have a pow board. I think the 58 should be good but I'm max on their weight ranges, they might be a bit off for wides though. Thanks man.
Great review! I am 71kg/175cm, mostly riding in Japan. Looking for a all-mountain freeride board. Would you recommend it? If yes, what size? Can it handle Pow without too much rear leg fatigue? Or would recommend a different board? Thanks
Thanks! Yeah the 157 would be a good balance between float in powder, and good for all-mountain riding. If there was a crazy day that got loads of snow, I would just set it all the way back anyway, though it does float well with a centered stance anyway. I haven't noticed my back leg getting tired riding this one at all. Another option would be the Nitro Fusion, snowboardrobot.com/snowboards/nitro-fusion/ it rides that sort of terrain just as well.
@@SnowboardRobot Thanks much!
Hey, you think nitro beast would be softer than this one?:)
I have only ridden the Beast once, and when I rode it I found it quite stiff, though others that I have flexed didn't seem to be as stiff as the one I rode. Overall I would say that the Mercury is going to be softer than the Beast.
where is this video taken?
At Big White, BC, Canada
Hi, just curious what binding angles do you use? thanks
I ride +9 -6 on the Mercury now, and anything more directional I ride positive positive, about +21 +12
Great review! Just curious as to what your specs are i.e. weight and height, for the 157cm? I’m stuck between 159 and 157
Thanks! I am 6 foot tall, around 155lbs - although the 155 would have been a good choice for my weight, I wanted just a little longer so it would do better in powder
@@SnowboardRobot i am the same weight/height. I wear size 10 US size. is the board all right as its not a wide?
@@reiddavidson Oh yeah it is fine for size 10's, the 155 is 255mm wide, and the 157 is 257 - you won't have any issues at all
2020 Mercury vs 2020 Mountain twin - have you ridden ? What’s your opinion?
I have ridden the 2020 Mountain Twin, it's super similar in specs to the Mercury, in camber profile, flex etc, but I would choose the Mercury - it is lighter and has a faster base. That is picking tiny details though, they are so close together.
@@SnowboardRobot would you say the Mountain twin is any easier to ride than the Merc, also which would be better in ice / hard pack ? thanks
Snowboard Robot Do you reckon the Burton Genesis would be a good match for the mercury?
@@pat76ers Oh yeah definitely, anything Cartel and above would be ideal