@AngrySnowboarder and @tributeboardahop seem to have very different opinions on the mega death, now I don't know what to do. Save money on buying something they agree on I guess 😅
@@Scliff i would go 159w unless you're a really aggressive rider who loves really really stiff boards. I'm 6'2 185 (size 10 boot) and ride the 160 and feel like its perfect. holler if you got any other questions! the 159w and 160 have the same sidecut and effective edge just FYI
@@jstone18crazy to find you in the comments here, so thanks for being so involved in the community. Im super torn between the alchemist and the antidote for freestyle focused rider. Theres an affordable 160 and Im 190 5’9 and have begun to start to snap boards (general public, capita neoslasher) as Ive progressed a lot in powerlifting-I digress. Ive nerded out a ton on your story on the alchemist, from the bombhole group chat #2 to the backcountry pod, and your method mag interview. I ride a K2 medium at skibowl and otherwise have rode my neoslasher (161) split in the resort, and want to have a 160 big board to soar on jumps and go fast, but also just front board the rail here and tube there. Given the multiple riders at K2 who are residing in Bend and rock the alchemist, I was really feeling that board and am frothing for powder days. Other contenders were stiffer boards in general that are camber and directional (or just memeing on a 161 gremlin, but my shop sales dude mentioned a few popped gremlins heh, trying to avoid snapping decks, thus the alchemist). Ive been so inspired by riders like Ulrik and Arthur Longo, and their boards namely the Funky Derby and the aeronaut dont seem too far off from the alchemist shape. Thanks for ending up at K2, what a wild story you have, and thanks for being part of the community. Also stoked to learn about Torsteins project board at Capita presently, seems something to keep an eye out for, as well as your new pow line. Cheers for reading
I'm not a fan of fancy graphics on the soles, but the Kazu is the exception. What a beauty! I also love the pointy tips, like the first sick stick or the powder snake. I want that shape back, I love it.
@@tributeboardshopI need help guys .. I love flat freestyling, sidebumps, small park but boards apsp cruise carving. I want a really wide one to not miss out on deep carves. My custom x broke down and I rented the only wide one available. A beginner flat profile Burton. I loved the playfulness of it and even mid speed carving felt so smooth and stable even if it’s one of the least stiff boards of the line up. Would love to here recommendation! We don’t get pow here so much :(
I've done about 7 seasons all up riding. You guys have opened my eyes up to so MUCH, board, binding and boot wise! I'm 46 and still pumped to ride more. Very interesting to see you both Love the Banked country and Fozz riding step ons .. Keep rocking it! Thx, from Australia!!
New season already, good to see everyone healthy and well. And you've redeemed yourselves by mentioning the K2 Alchemist. At 190lbs. / 10.5 I have two. And with posi posi angles can be ridden fast yet they soak up the vibrations. Four hours hard charging at Louise and then back again the next day - that's what rec riders want, a board that is max fun yet doesn't punish. Thanks to JStone .
My Daily right now is a 2023 Yes Great's Uninc 159 With Now Select Bindings, Finally the 2019 Twin pig became a Rock/Spring board, Did a great job. Otherwise it's Orca, PYL, Peacekeeper.
Hey man I like the Otto and was wondering if it'd be a good board for casual all mountain riding. They talked a lot about carving and turns and I was wondering if the otto requires more skill to master than other boards?
@@rezzy4898Hey. I would say that it’s a great all mountain board. It’s a little wider than your average all mountain board, which helps with carving. It’s also a little bit heavier than most which helps it push through crud. As long as you’re an intermediate rider and up it should work well for you.
Love your videos. Watched a few this weekend getting into snow focus. Suggestion- mark/slice sections in video and name by product, so you can scroll the play head to the product you’re looking for. List the boards that are in the video in the description, so it’s easy to see exactly what you’re talking about. Sometimes hard to see name on board and if you miss it when you first say it, it’s hard to know which board you were talking about and spend time rewinding to re hear. Bonus, it will help the algorithm and your search too, as google/youtube uses description copy in search algorithms.
I got a Ride Beserker last season and it’s a lot of fun. Have you ever ridden any of Ride boards with the race bottom? There’s a few, the Commissioner and the Splitpig both have that base; I have a Splitpig and man that thing gets going fast. It’s real nice. Great video! Love the tech specs and knowledge and really appreciate how much time you spend making these lists.
You guys should ride the Chris Roach Academy. I would say it makes my top 5, maybe even number 1. Powder, pipe, rails, chutes, gates, cliffs, parks, picnic tables etc etc etc.
@@TheAbilities its a pretty specific board , there are better ones out there if you plan on just having one … if you plan to have a dew then this can fall into the All Mountain in your quiver , but its stiff and hi performance ! Be on your game with thst one ! We find a lot of people will appreciate an Orca as well , check that out also
I've switched from Capita Mercury to Yes Stadard Uninc as my daily driver single board. I ride a lot in icy conditions at the Europe's most southern resort. And I like it much more than Mercury because of traditional camber and much better bite on ice and hard-packed snow. Also 153cm Yes Standard Uninc feels slightly softer than 157cm Mercury. Maybe it's due to size difference, however YES sizing charts recommend smaller boards fof the same weight than Capita Mercury. A big advantage of Capita Mercury is faster base. Mercury's base is structured and glides very well
Picked up a Mercury 158w with the cool 23er topsheet last year for 400 bucks in Switzerland. The 23, 24, and now 25 all have the same construction, just different graphics. Love it 🖤🤍 Cheers from Switzerland
that's really interesting about the magnetraction on the BNKD Country. ever since experimenting with my 1st mervin board way back when (a 2010 skate bannana that i bought at Rossland) I've taken a stone and ground down the front half of my magnetraction edges and blended it back to release the front but keep the bite at the rear
Top 3 in no order : -Capita : black snowboard of death -Jones : flagship -Rossignol : XV Carving perfect on groomers and can go deep pow. Greetings from the Alps
Hey Tribute, great video! Would love to hear your thoughts on Stranda snowboards. Perhaps for your carving episode? Great freeriding boards, getting well recognized in Europe Thanks
Love your guys's videos, been watching for the last few years! I'm an advanced boarder and am coming from an older board (Ride Society 160). I'm an advanced rider, I'm 5'8 fluctuate between 180 -185lbs and I'm a size 9 boot. Our family mostly ride at Big White, but try to get out to neighbouring ski hills, your local hill is such a great resort! I'm going to purchase a Capita Kazu, but trying to decide on either the 157 or 160 length. I will also be purchasing the Union Falcor binding. I have a 21-21.5 inch width stance and my concern is that if I go with the 160 that I won't be able to use the inserts that are located towards the back of the board as the board has a 23" reference stance...I'm also concerned that the 157 is at the threshold of its weight range of 190lb that's listed on Capital's website. BTW great shop you guys have in Nelson! Looking forward to your future content, very informative and helpful! Cheers!
Shout out to my local hill, Seymour. Tony should do a demo day at seymour *hint hint* instead of only cypress. Will look into the kazu once my jones explorer needs to be replaced. Got a nidecker beta apx in 162 end of last season, can’t wait to use it in the B.C.interior this season. It was so much fun when i demoed it at ScrApex. Got beta over alpha for more snow surfing and groomer carving. Love all the tribute videos, learned so much from you guys. Can’t wait to come back to Nelson one of these days to visit the tribute shop.
Looking forward to the eventual carving video as I'll be in the market for one probably next season. Though I do hope it's more focused on boards designed primarily for carving and not all-mountain boards that carve well.
With a size 12 boot , I must ride a 27,5 waist width if I don’t want to boot out on deep heel side carves. So my daily driver is a 161 Gnu Gremlin ! Mark gives it a great review in 2023 in the 155 size .
@@tributeboardshoplove your work guys ! Keep it going, I have been following you since the beginning and I have been a fan of Mark in his alpine years ! I actually meet him in the Gorge for a very brief moment . Kudos for your work and thank you !
I'm so stoked for the Mega Death! Seems like a sweet ride, and the hype its been receiving is so real haha. How would you compare the Mega Death vs the Mega Merc? I'm personally torn between these two boards, and it just seems in every review the Mega Death overshadows the Mega Merc. Thoughts?
Anything new can be difficult and intimidating, but the reward is well worth the risk in my opinion! The best thing you can do is rent a board and take a lesson so that you’re in good hands and a controlled, safe environment. I’ve seen people 55+ learning to snowboard and it’s inspiring!
Kazu is pronounced Ka-zoo!” It’s not pronounced “kaaaaa-zoo.” The Kazu wins on the best graphics. The rival on best graphics, i feel, is the Libtech Retro Ripper for the past two years. The dragon in the water for the 23-24, and Japanese lady with the Samurai Sword on the 22-23, were the best i have seem, art wise. Great video, great banter between the two. Good job!
I'm curious as to what makes you guys like wide's so much. I am a bigger guy 6'2" 210-220 depending on fitness and have a size 10 boot. I've never ridden a wide as I always just figured my feet weren't big enough to warrant a wide board. Also, for the Mega Death, Capita recommends the 161W for up to 210 lbs and the 162 for 210+ (only .5cm wider on the 61W). I found a deal on a 161W from last year and am considering picking it up. Do you know what changed between last year and this year? I heard it is a bit thicker core?
I have listened to your reviews from the last couple years but haven't picked anything up in a couple of years. I charge down Minnesota hills weekly and travel out west a couple times a year. I would really like to explore a board that can be fun on my home hill, mostly carving up short -fast groomers at home but would also expand my riding and translate to my mountain days. Is there any certain board you would suggest? I'm 5'11, 220 lbs,size 11 boot. Keep up the reviews, I can't wait for the season!
Good stuff Guys. Thanks. It’s nice to hear experienced passionate riders recommendations. Especially when you guys get that excited about boards. I am going to have to check out the kazu and megadeath. In the clips of you guys riding those two the boards look so smooth, energetic, responsive and fun. How would you say they compare to the Burton Antler, skeleton key, grilmaster?
Capita core profiles and wood/topsheet choices just seem to offer a snappy / lively ride ...responsive and unique to them! You wont be disappointed with either!
Extra $200 for megadeath is playing down the cost quite a bit. $1000 USD is easily $500 more than many other boards. Especially when you lead the vid with a capita plug, we get it but not everyone got that kinda dough
I can justify a high price for a high performance lightweight board which is approachable for most riders. But from what I’ve heard, it’s far from durable. Capita earned the Snapita rebrand before they introduced this lightweight “Ferrari.” I foresee many angry customers who were told the MegaDeath “could be used as a daily.”
Gidday from Australia. Love the content and the banter! Couple of questions. 1. Kazu Pro - I have the 2023, which has the Alpine V2 camber profile. I have found it to be a very solid All Mountain performer in pretty much all conditions. How would you say the current Resort V3 profile rides in comparison? And how do you think it would go in Hokkaido Japan? 2. How would you compare the Kazu to the Otto, with specifically somewhere like Hokkaido, Japan in mind? Thanks & please keep the vids coming.
Hey guys! Big doubt regarding what to buy... Kazu or Mercury, can you tell me the differences in the boards and type of riding? Big help needed 😂 Cheers
Problem I’m finding is height and weight for boards. I’m 5’6” and 160lbs, maybe 175 with gear etc) and my centre to centre on bindings is 520mm. Most boards I’m finding at the 150-152 etc are wider stance of 540 min and can’t go more to rear without stretching out more than I’d like. 🤷♂️ Riding arbor formula rocker last couple of years and not loving it really Ideas ?
Hey guys, thanks so much for these reviews. Love your content, really informative. I have a question: I'm normally riding a Burton Deep Thinker as my daily on the slopes and in the park. I am looking for a second board which will serve as a "resort rider" on days when I wanna charge all throughout my resort or on days when there's fresh pow and have been looking at the Kazu (I have to admit Im a sucker for those graphics too). So would this board be suitable for me? Im an expert rider and teach youth/kids at my local. I've never really paid much attention to the gear I ride though, but as I can afford it for the first time in my life I'm considering getting two boards. Looking at the Capita site, I am having a hard time choosing what size to get and what the benefits/downsides in getting the wide version are? Is it only related to the size of my feet or are there other things to consider? I am 177 cm (5'10 I believe), weigh between 85-90 kg (187-198 lbs), my Mondo foot size is 26.7 and I ride Burton Ions in size 8.5.
Hi! at a 8.5 you can stay with the standard and not need to go wide - 157cm will suite you perfect and its one of our favorite to date!! ( longer is ok too if you feel you will have 50% of the days on powder ! )
thanks for the support! that's a model we didn't test for this round - so not sure - for guaranteed awesome , stick with any of these in the episode :)
Curious to know, have you guys ever tried a Dupraz? First time I rode one my mind was blown, never had so much fun on groomers the thing carves like nothing else I’ve ever been on. Plus they are amazing in powder too
love this. Have you tried the Sims UAP? looking at that or a Korua transition finder in 160. 190lbs 12 boots 6ft.3 maybe a Megadeath one day when i can afford it:)
thoughts on the nitro alternator a old school design board kinda like the aeronaut but without the zero camber sections and wider nose designed more for backcountry freestyle
Great video, very helpful! Looking at the Kazu, I'm a 5'9" 135lbs expert rider. I have a 9.5 boot and was riding a stiff 158 looking to downsize, would you recommend 154 or 155w? Thanks again!
Hi, Always love the energy and expertise you bring in your videos. Wish I could visit your shop but I'm in Europe. I currently own a Dancehaul 157 and Warca 153. My preferred terrain is off piste but inbounds (no backcountry yet) and ripping the groomers if needed). I weight about 180-185 lbs and have a size 12 boot. I'm looking to sell my Warca to get a bigger board size 160-163. The Dancehaul I feel is amazing for me except on a few points: - edge hold lacks a bit - a little too soft sometimes on cliff drops (I do 3m max so far) - chattery and gets bucked around What would you recommend for someone looking to chore up these weaknesses for an all mountain freeride 2 board quiver? I tried the Korua Tranny Finder 157 but that was a little too directional for me and definitely too stiff. Ideally, the board is just a tad stiffer in the tail than my Warca and the same-ish everywhere else. I was looking into the Banked Country, Lib Rig or Never Summer Nokhu (Idk about that triple camber) myself but maybe you have other suggestions. I'm really looking for a damp charger that's not overly demanding and destroys crud while also being wide enough to lay trenches. Thank you!
Thanks for the support! We always recommend the Banked Country but also with this info we feel the Jones Aviator might be a really good choice! avoid never summer , not great value!
I mean they’re not one of the biggest, but most of the biggest are more conservative with their geo and have slightly steeper headtube angles. Maybe Specialized?
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only 13.5k subs for this mob is criminal. keep it up guys 🙏👍
@@Sloth-01 appreciate the support ! 👊
Agreed!!! These boys make great vids
@@abetownneufeld6057 appreciate the support man !
I noticed that I'd watched 8 of the 10 latest videos so I guess I gotta subscribe now
@@SuperPhelix appreciate it !! 👊
I want a +4! Give me your Top 9's!
@@AngrySnowboarder 😘
There’s only one top 5 in our hearts Avran! ❤
Uncle avran giving love is such huge validation
@AngrySnowboarder and @tributeboardahop seem to have very different opinions on the mega death, now I don't know what to do. Save money on buying something they agree on I guess 😅
The only top 9 you care about because my top 5's are already spoken for.
honored that the Alchemist got a mention on here! Sending you guys a couple boards for this winter!
@@jstone18 100% ! Thats is such an amazing design 👊 hope to see you again for round 2 this winter !!
They will be tested thoroughly 🧐
Yooo @jstone18, trying to figure out if I should go 159w or 164w at 6'3 180 with size 12 ion boots. Thoughts??
@@Scliff i would go 159w unless you're a really aggressive rider who loves really really stiff boards. I'm 6'2 185 (size 10 boot) and ride the 160 and feel like its perfect. holler if you got any other questions! the 159w and 160 have the same sidecut and effective edge just FYI
@@jstone18crazy to find you in the comments here, so thanks for being so involved in the community. Im super torn between the alchemist and the antidote for freestyle focused rider. Theres an affordable 160 and Im 190 5’9 and have begun to start to snap boards (general public, capita neoslasher) as Ive progressed a lot in powerlifting-I digress. Ive nerded out a ton on your story on the alchemist, from the bombhole group chat #2 to the backcountry pod, and your method mag interview. I ride a K2 medium at skibowl and otherwise have rode my neoslasher (161) split in the resort, and want to have a 160 big board to soar on jumps and go fast, but also just front board the rail here and tube there. Given the multiple riders at K2 who are residing in Bend and rock the alchemist, I was really feeling that board and am frothing for powder days. Other contenders were stiffer boards in general that are camber and directional (or just memeing on a 161 gremlin, but my shop sales dude mentioned a few popped gremlins heh, trying to avoid snapping decks, thus the alchemist). Ive been so inspired by riders like Ulrik and Arthur Longo, and their boards namely the Funky Derby and the aeronaut dont seem too far off from the alchemist shape. Thanks for ending up at K2, what a wild story you have, and thanks for being part of the community. Also stoked to learn about Torsteins project board at Capita presently, seems something to keep an eye out for, as well as your new pow line. Cheers for reading
Good to see shredders are joining tribute snowboard shop youtube page and like the page.
this is the best Top 5 (+1) that I'm watching, on the internet, right now.
That you care about
@@courtneymcgowan9561 probably. 😂
Have you seen the top 5 top 5s?
Love how in-depth this review is. It’s obvious you guys love to shred.
Bought an Otto because of last years top 5 +1. Currently in the mail I’m so hype!
So many rad boards coming year. In the mid 80s to 90s. We ride long boards. I was shredding on 158 kemper board.. I'm 5'8" 152 with kemper boots. Lol
I'm not a fan of fancy graphics on the soles, but the Kazu is the exception. What a beauty! I also love the pointy tips, like the first sick stick or the powder snake. I want that shape back, I love it.
Soles?
Idk why but these guys are just the best. Im half here because of the passion and good vibes
@@arilevin5514 we appreciate the support man !
Mark Fawcett. is one of the world's greatest snowboarders ever. His carving is unbelievable.
@@tributeboardshopI need help guys ..
I love flat freestyling, sidebumps, small park but boards apsp cruise carving.
I want a really wide one to not miss out on deep carves.
My custom x broke down and I rented the only wide one available.
A beginner flat profile Burton. I loved the playfulness of it and even mid speed carving felt so smooth and stable even if it’s one of the least stiff boards of the line up.
Would love to here recommendation! We don’t get pow here so much :(
I love that i know the lore of the +1 now X] snowboard community for lifeee
I've done about 7 seasons all up riding. You guys have opened my eyes up to so MUCH, board, binding and boot wise! I'm 46 and still pumped to ride more. Very interesting to see you both Love the Banked country and Fozz riding step ons .. Keep rocking it! Thx, from Australia!!
@@christian__sullivan thanks for
The support 👊
k2 alchemist its a extrodinary board. korua TF and yes standart and unic are a dream.this year im go for the otto.
New season already, good to see everyone healthy and well. And you've redeemed yourselves by mentioning the K2 Alchemist. At 190lbs. / 10.5 I have two. And with posi posi angles can be ridden fast yet they soak up the vibrations. Four hours hard charging at Louise and then back again the next day - that's what rec riders want, a board that is max fun yet doesn't punish. Thanks to JStone .
I have a Neversummer Ripper and absolutely love it.
Just moved to nelson for school, looking for a snowboard and realized you guys are local! defiantly going to come check out the shop.
@@RustezeEnduro awesome - see you soon!
All hail these two stoke lords!!! Best snowboard shop in Canada handsdown.
@@nol3231 appreciate the love 👊
My Daily right now is a 2023 Yes Great's Uninc 159 With Now Select Bindings, Finally the 2019 Twin pig became a Rock/Spring board, Did a great job. Otherwise it's Orca, PYL, Peacekeeper.
Got a GNU banked country last year and I'm super loving it. All terrain Slayer. Great on groomers and pow. Riding a 159 with 180cm height.
The Otto is my favorite snowboard ever! I bought it based off of you and Angry's recommendation. Thanks!!
@@ayadal its very deserving of this ranking 👍
Hey man I like the Otto and was wondering if it'd be a good board for casual all mountain riding. They talked a lot about carving and turns and I was wondering if the otto requires more skill to master than other boards?
@@rezzy4898Hey. I would say that it’s a great all mountain board. It’s a little wider than your average all mountain board, which helps with carving. It’s also a little bit heavier than most which helps it push through crud. As long as you’re an intermediate rider and up it should work well for you.
@@rezzy4898 Its a pretty safe buy! No worries there!
I can't believe a Never Summer board isn't in that lineup.
Great detailed analysis that never drags. Super stoked to hear you two talk carving boards!!
@@theleedoism thanks for the support ! The carbing epi has been highly requested , once we get on snow this season it will happen !
I already know how perfect the mega is and I know I already love it, this reminds me I need to buy one
Love your videos. Watched a few this weekend getting into snow focus. Suggestion- mark/slice sections in video and name by product, so you can scroll the play head to the product you’re looking for. List the boards that are in the video in the description, so it’s easy to see exactly what you’re talking about. Sometimes hard to see name on board and if you miss it when you first say it, it’s hard to know which board you were talking about and spend time rewinding to re hear. Bonus, it will help the algorithm and your search too, as google/youtube uses description copy in search algorithms.
I got a Ride Beserker last season and it’s a lot of fun. Have you ever ridden any of Ride boards with the race bottom? There’s a few, the Commissioner and the Splitpig both have that base; I have a Splitpig and man that thing gets going fast. It’s real nice.
Great video! Love the tech specs and knowledge and really appreciate how much time you spend making these lists.
Interesting to hear the comment on sizing and weight not playing as big a part. Be cool to hear that broken down a little more
You guys should ride the Chris Roach Academy. I would say it makes my top 5, maybe even number 1. Powder, pipe, rails, chutes, gates, cliffs, parks, picnic tables etc etc etc.
Just got back into boarding after almost 25 years and my research lead me to a t-rice pro. Lol always bummed when I don't see it on these lists.
@@TheAbilities its a pretty specific board , there are better ones out there if you plan on just having one … if you plan to have a dew then this can fall into the All Mountain in your quiver , but its stiff and hi performance ! Be on your game with thst one ! We find a lot of people will appreciate an Orca as well , check that out also
My first board was a DD XTC... Eventually pulled the bindings through the foam core.
The Dancehall pro will kick everyone’s butt this year!
100% the best top 5 (+1) on the internet.
@@collinmerideth8274 we appreciate the support !
Picked a Korua T Finder.. it’s sick👌🏽
Best allmountain 2025 Review so far. Thank you guys!!!
I dont know guys but am in love with my Gril Master 😂
We added that one to the "freeride" category !
I've switched from Capita Mercury to Yes Stadard Uninc as my daily driver single board. I ride a lot in icy conditions at the Europe's most southern resort. And I like it much more than Mercury because of traditional camber and much better bite on ice and hard-packed snow. Also 153cm Yes Standard Uninc feels slightly softer than 157cm Mercury. Maybe it's due to size difference, however YES sizing charts recommend smaller boards fof the same weight than Capita Mercury. A big advantage of Capita Mercury is faster base. Mercury's base is structured and glides very well
Get your uninc structured 🫡
Thank you for including the K2 Alchemist
Picked up a Mercury 158w with the cool 23er topsheet last year for 400 bucks in Switzerland. The 23, 24, and now 25 all have the same construction, just different graphics.
Love it 🖤🤍
Cheers from Switzerland
another great gear episode. Look forward to this one every yr. Thx a bunch
@@terrycalhoun9943 appreciate the support ! 👊
that's really interesting about the magnetraction on the BNKD Country. ever since experimenting with my 1st mervin board way back when (a 2010 skate bannana that i bought at Rossland) I've taken a stone and ground down the front half of my magnetraction edges and blended it back to release the front but keep the bite at the rear
Ahead of the industry!
Picked up a 165W MD for this season
Top 3 in no order :
-Capita : black snowboard of death
-Jones : flagship
-Rossignol : XV
Carving perfect on groomers and can go deep pow.
Greetings from the Alps
Damn so there’s not just one top 5 weekly snowboarding series that I’m currently watching anymore… 👀
😂😂.. big shout!!👀
Korua Dart for pow & Chamonix Route for all mountain .... hands down
Hey Tribute, great video!
Would love to hear your thoughts on Stranda snowboards. Perhaps for your carving episode?
Great freeriding boards, getting well recognized in Europe
Thanks
Loving to see regular videos back boys
@@finboyYYC appreciate the support 👊
Sun peaks footy 👌… love the banked country
Guys please can we have a review of the Kazu 2025🙏🙏 love watching your contents from France
Yes please do!
Love your guys's videos, been watching for the last few years!
I'm an advanced boarder and am coming from an older board (Ride Society 160). I'm an advanced rider, I'm 5'8 fluctuate between 180 -185lbs and I'm a size 9 boot. Our family mostly ride at Big White, but try to get out to neighbouring ski hills, your local hill is such a great resort!
I'm going to purchase a Capita Kazu, but trying to decide on either the 157 or 160 length. I will also be purchasing the Union Falcor binding.
I have a 21-21.5 inch width stance and my concern is that if I go with the 160 that I won't be able to use the inserts that are located towards the back of the board as the board has a 23" reference stance...I'm also concerned that the 157 is at the threshold of its weight range of 190lb that's listed on Capital's website.
BTW great shop you guys have in Nelson!
Looking forward to your future content, very informative and helpful! Cheers!
Shout out to my local hill, Seymour. Tony should do a demo day at seymour *hint hint* instead of only cypress. Will look into the kazu once my jones explorer needs to be replaced. Got a nidecker beta apx in 162 end of last season, can’t wait to use it in the B.C.interior this season. It was so much fun when i demoed it at ScrApex. Got beta over alpha for more snow surfing and groomer carving. Love all the tribute videos, learned so much from you guys. Can’t wait to come back to Nelson one of these days to visit the tribute shop.
@@jimminyjillikers thanks for the support homie !!! Be sure to come hang when you Visit Nelson!
Looking forward to the eventual carving video as I'll be in the market for one probably next season. Though I do hope it's more focused on boards designed primarily for carving and not all-mountain boards that carve well.
@@sandkatt that will be the plan !
@@sandkatt You reminded me that I miss the Nidecker Tracer, hahaha. That thing did one thing, and one thing only; but holy crap it carved trenches.
I don't care. Freecarver is coming home this year 😆Crazy how smooth that thing rides!
best snowboard content on youtube and it's not close 🤙
@@gnarrrrrrrrrrrr we appreciate the support 🙏🏽
Watching this for top 5, then hitting board archive to watch TJ shred all of them lol
Can’t wait to see the freestyle boards!
Love your guys’ channel!! Please keep the content coming! Also what is the opening song in this video?
Thanks! I am riding on East coast.
With a size 12 boot , I must ride a 27,5 waist width if I don’t want to boot out on deep heel side carves. So my daily driver is a 161 Gnu Gremlin ! Mark gives it a great review in 2023 in the 155 size .
@@martinbailly573 we LOvE that board !
@@tributeboardshoplove your work guys ! Keep it going, I have been following you since the beginning and I have been a fan of Mark in his alpine years ! I actually meet him in the Gorge for a very brief moment . Kudos for your work and thank you !
I'm so stoked for the Mega Death! Seems like a sweet ride, and the hype its been receiving is so real haha. How would you compare the Mega Death vs the Mega Merc? I'm personally torn between these two boards, and it just seems in every review the Mega Death overshadows the Mega Merc. Thoughts?
I wish they made a Megadeath in smaller size. The lightweights want one too!
I NEED THE CARVING EPISODE!
If your top 5 doesn't include 8 options, it isn't a top 5. Great information gents. 👍 angry collaboration coming soon?
@@JOEGUNN1990 you might see a split screen with the angry crew down the road ! 🤘
Dam man, I was set on buying the jones frontier but you guys have throw that out the window 😂
Questions to all the seasoned boarders; from a 40 year old healthy and active male: How difficult is the sport? How common are serious injuries?
Anything new can be difficult and intimidating, but the reward is well worth the risk in my opinion! The best thing you can do is rent a board and take a lesson so that you’re in good hands and a controlled, safe environment. I’ve seen people 55+ learning to snowboard and it’s inspiring!
Started @ 53 & have 30 days in
Stoked for this season
Repetition & strength training is your friend as an older rider
What a quality content. That's a sub
@@EdgarLadrak appreciate it 👊
Building stoke here... subd! 🤙
Thanks for my 61 wide Mega Death, fellas!!!
@@seanbob99 thank YOU for the support 👊
Kazu is pronounced Ka-zoo!” It’s not pronounced “kaaaaa-zoo.”
The Kazu wins on the best graphics. The rival on best graphics, i feel, is the Libtech Retro Ripper for the past two years. The dragon in the water for the 23-24, and Japanese lady with the Samurai Sword on the 22-23, were the best i have seem, art wise.
Great video, great banter between the two. Good job!
I'm curious as to what makes you guys like wide's so much. I am a bigger guy 6'2" 210-220 depending on fitness and have a size 10 boot. I've never ridden a wide as I always just figured my feet weren't big enough to warrant a wide board. Also, for the Mega Death, Capita recommends the 161W for up to 210 lbs and the 162 for 210+ (only .5cm wider on the 61W). I found a deal on a 161W from last year and am considering picking it up. Do you know what changed between last year and this year? I heard it is a bit thicker core?
Like your reviens I am a old school and I still l love my Dupraz D1 5'5" ++ and D1 6' +
The only top 6 list you should be listening to
@@ChrisspyO 👊
I have listened to your reviews from the last couple years but haven't picked anything up in a couple of years. I charge down Minnesota hills weekly and travel out west a couple times a year. I would really like to explore a board that can be fun on my home hill, mostly carving up short -fast groomers at home but would also expand my riding and translate to my mountain days. Is there any certain board you would suggest? I'm 5'11, 220 lbs,size 11 boot. Keep up the reviews, I can't wait for the season!
@@BeaverBoarder the guys are iver on Patreon to help members with these requests 👊
Good stuff Guys. Thanks. It’s nice to hear experienced passionate riders recommendations. Especially when you guys get that excited about boards. I am going to have to check out the kazu and megadeath. In the clips of you guys riding those two the boards look so smooth, energetic, responsive and fun. How would you say they compare to the Burton Antler, skeleton key, grilmaster?
Capita core profiles and wood/topsheet choices just seem to offer a snappy / lively ride ...responsive and unique to them! You wont be disappointed with either!
Extra $200 for megadeath is playing down the cost quite a bit. $1000 USD is easily $500 more than many other boards. Especially when you lead the vid with a capita plug, we get it but not everyone got that kinda dough
I can justify a high price for a high performance lightweight board which is approachable for most riders. But from what I’ve heard, it’s far from durable.
Capita earned the Snapita rebrand before they introduced this lightweight “Ferrari.” I foresee many angry customers who were told the MegaDeath “could be used as a daily.”
Fawcett, do you like the Kazu or Banked Country more for carving and general resort freeriding?
Gidday from Australia. Love the content and the banter!
Couple of questions.
1. Kazu Pro - I have the 2023, which has the Alpine V2 camber profile. I have found it to be a very solid All Mountain performer in pretty much all conditions. How would you say the current Resort V3 profile rides in comparison? And how do you think it would go in Hokkaido Japan?
2. How would you compare the Kazu to the Otto, with specifically somewhere like Hokkaido, Japan in mind?
Thanks & please keep the vids coming.
Hey! What would be the woman equivalent of the Capita Mega Death? Always fun to watch and follow from the east coast ✌🏻❄️
Kazu vid 🙌
Hey guys! Big doubt regarding what to buy... Kazu or Mercury, can you tell me the differences in the boards and type of riding? Big help needed 😂 Cheers
Problem I’m finding is height and weight for boards.
I’m 5’6” and 160lbs, maybe 175 with gear etc) and my centre to centre on bindings is 520mm.
Most boards I’m finding at the 150-152 etc are wider stance of 540 min and can’t go more to rear without stretching out more than I’d like. 🤷♂️
Riding arbor formula rocker last couple of years and not loving it really
Ideas ?
Thanks for all the great info!
Hey guys, thanks so much for these reviews. Love your content, really informative. I have a question: I'm normally riding a Burton Deep Thinker as my daily on the slopes and in the park. I am looking for a second board which will serve as a "resort rider" on days when I wanna charge all throughout my resort or on days when there's fresh pow and have been looking at the Kazu (I have to admit Im a sucker for those graphics too). So would this board be suitable for me? Im an expert rider and teach youth/kids at my local. I've never really paid much attention to the gear I ride though, but as I can afford it for the first time in my life I'm considering getting two boards. Looking at the Capita site, I am having a hard time choosing what size to get and what the benefits/downsides in getting the wide version are? Is it only related to the size of my feet or are there other things to consider? I am 177 cm (5'10 I believe), weigh between 85-90 kg (187-198 lbs), my Mondo foot size is 26.7 and I ride Burton Ions in size 8.5.
Hi! at a 8.5 you can stay with the standard and not need to go wide - 157cm will suite you perfect and its one of our favorite to date!! ( longer is ok too if you feel you will have 50% of the days on powder ! )
Love the content. Is the Burton High Fidelity near the top 6?
thanks for the support! that's a model we didn't test for this round - so not sure - for guaranteed awesome , stick with any of these in the episode :)
Curious to know, have you guys ever tried a Dupraz? First time I rode one my mind was blown, never had so much fun on groomers the thing carves like nothing else I’ve ever been on. Plus they are amazing in powder too
I love my Kazu!
Its time!!!
Great reviews as always! Any big difference with 159 and 160w of Gnu Banked Country on riding?
Great top 5, which one of these would you recommend for a progressing intermediate for all out fun in variable conditions ?
@@skamatters880 Banked Country or the Stratos !
I have to say graphics mean more to me than they should, but here we are.
love this. Have you tried the Sims UAP? looking at that or a Korua transition finder in 160. 190lbs 12 boots 6ft.3 maybe a Megadeath one day when i can afford it:)
thoughts on the nitro alternator a old school design board kinda like the aeronaut but without the zero camber sections and wider nose designed more for backcountry freestyle
Great video, very helpful! Looking at the Kazu, I'm a 5'9" 135lbs expert rider. I have a 9.5 boot and was riding a stiff 158 looking to downsize, would you recommend 154 or 155w? Thanks again!
Love the videos. You guys have a favorite all-temp wax?
@@davetannenbaum all temp we use One Ball Jay mostly ! Great guys and a great product !
Great video.
Which board are you taking to The LBS Fuzzy?
Excellent, as usual. How about top 5 softboot carvers?
@@sugarplumflyjelly we will make it happen this season !
I would put the alchemist more in the freeride category then in the all moutain one
Hi,
Always love the energy and expertise you bring in your videos. Wish I could visit your shop but I'm in Europe.
I currently own a Dancehaul 157 and Warca 153. My preferred terrain is off piste but inbounds (no backcountry yet) and ripping the groomers if needed). I weight about 180-185 lbs and have a size 12 boot.
I'm looking to sell my Warca to get a bigger board size 160-163. The Dancehaul I feel is amazing for me except on a few points:
- edge hold lacks a bit
- a little too soft sometimes on cliff drops (I do 3m max so far)
- chattery and gets bucked around
What would you recommend for someone looking to chore up these weaknesses for an all mountain freeride 2 board quiver? I tried the Korua Tranny Finder 157 but that was a little too directional for me and definitely too stiff. Ideally, the board is just a tad stiffer in the tail than my Warca and the same-ish everywhere else.
I was looking into the Banked Country, Lib Rig or Never Summer Nokhu (Idk about that triple camber) myself but maybe you have other suggestions.
I'm really looking for a damp charger that's not overly demanding and destroys crud while also being wide enough to lay trenches. Thank you!
Thanks for the support! We always recommend the Banked Country but also with this info we feel the Jones Aviator might be a really good choice! avoid never summer , not great value!
@@tributeboardshop I actually tried an Aviator indoors 2 years ago and really liked how it turned. Thanks for reminding me!
@@EssenceOfTrance 👊
I want to take the next step after riding my YES Basic for quite some time as a beginner. What should I go for?
Hey, any experience on next year's Nidecker boards? Looking at the Mellow as my powder board this season, but havent seen any reviews of the redesign
Why no Stranda Biru, it kicks ass!
Slash Vertical 161 does it for me.
38:16 Transition mountain bikes? They’re some of the longest and slackest. I NEED to know who you’re talking about!
I mean they’re not one of the biggest, but most of the biggest are more conservative with their geo and have slightly steeper headtube angles. Maybe Specialized?