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@okosakaroklenni 28 минут бұрын
Have you tried the Korua Pin Tonic (164) in ultra deep days? I mean when an Optimistic stalls after ten meters? And it has camber, and stability in every condition. And its nimble enough in thight forests. I wish it were a bit more lively... any other recommendations that have camber but float good (I consider the Optimistic not good)? Thanks
@joshualong5390 8 сағат бұрын
I’m 5 foot nine and 210 lbs what size flagship is ideal? 9.5 shoe should I go wide?
@jaybartlett2561 12 сағат бұрын
Torn between the Rome ravine select, Jones UME or the PYL UNINC… freeriding, carving and deep days. Whatcha think is “best”?
@thegoodridesnow 8 сағат бұрын
I literally know nothing about you, where you ride, your specs and all the other info I need to give real advice so it would be a blind guess. If you want to do this right, hit me here to give me the info I need to help you much better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/ If you want me to guess go Ravine select if you want a more centered feel but with less float. Go PYL Uninc if you see hard snow often but still want great float. Go UME if you want the fastest base and a more set back directional feeling ride.
@jaybartlett2561 4 минут бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow that’s fair! live in Utah, don’t see much hard snow, spend most of my time carving on packed powder groomers or chasing fresh pow in the woods. Currently ride a Niseko pleasures and a jones storm chaser. Looking to ditch the storm chaser for something more useful and less condition specific. Weigh 150 and am 5’6”….size 9 boots
@catkoala 14 сағат бұрын
How big of a difference is there between the old and the new updated version? When you ride it?
@thegoodridesnow 8 сағат бұрын
The old one felt much more tapered and tail light. The new one feels more centered and bigger for each size but better matches its name/is better for getting air. If you want more tapered/surfy go older one. If you want what I described above get the new one.
@catkoala 2 сағат бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow You say the old one need more backfoot when carving? Do you consider it being a dealbreaker between the old and new version?
@jaybartlett2561 16 сағат бұрын
150lbs. Size 9 boots. 150 or 154?
@thegoodridesnow 8 сағат бұрын
Need your height, what make/model/size year board do you ride now and how do you like it.
@hazmatite 19 сағат бұрын
Good review. I tried this board alongside the Orca and Gremlin as well. I found it kind of in the middle. The Orca is surfier and the Gremlin is a better bomber. I found the DH to be a good compromise between the two of playfulness and stability. This to me is a great choice for smaller midwest hills where you want to do a little of everything but you're not specializing in one thing.
@thegoodridesnow 8 сағат бұрын
Thanks for your take.
@alexli3545 Күн бұрын
Is the board mostly for posi posi or is duck carving doable on it?
@thegoodridesnow Күн бұрын
Its mostly stance angle agnostic but its more fun posi. If you ride slightly duck its a board you can work your way up to posi riding with.
@darkieca 2 күн бұрын
Hey man, super review as always :) Super happy to finally find a review of this beast. I am pretty sure that it will be my next weapon. Thank to your suggestion I am riding a Storm Wolf for everyday riding (powder and down the line carving) But this freecarver 6000 seems to complement this as hell for those groomer days :) I'll get the 158 (same foot as you and just a touch litter) want to get the full carving experience :D See ya !
@thegoodridesnow Күн бұрын
Thanks and right on. Just to make sure, what is ur exact boot size, weight and height? You riding the 158 Storm Wolf?
@darkieca Күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow 42,5 boot size (9,5 us) and 75 kg (165 lbs) riding the 154 Storm Wolf I was afraid to go too big but I will change with a friend for the 158 this winter :)
@darkieca Күн бұрын
height 178 cm (5,8 feet)
@thegoodridesnow Күн бұрын
I'd go 158 Freecarver 6000s/158 Storm Wolf if you felt the 154 Storm Wolf was too small and you wanted more board. If not you might like the 154 Freecarver 6000s as its a lot more board than the 154 Storm Wolf.
@darkieca Күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow perfect ! thank you man :)
@leftyslugger2557 2 күн бұрын
Comparison between flagship and freecarver 9k? Both seem somewhat geared similarly
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
The Freecarver 9000s is absolutely nothing like the Flagship. The only thing they share is a similar sidecut radius. The Flagship rides much narrower for it's size, longer and has a mellow camber between the feet. The 9000s has a massive bow of camber, all effective edge and a little nub for a nose and tail. It's made to do one thing. Carve exceptionally well. The Flagship is a daily driver that does a lot of things well.
@bakamono7 2 күн бұрын
Really looking forward to this! Can you kindly post the review soon!???
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
I'll try but soo behind and soo many boards in the que.
@horacionochetto8454 2 күн бұрын
As i have ridden a bunch of korua boards, how close is this to a Korua and which one? PENCIL?
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Not really like any Korua board. Not like the Pencil at all. Maybe closer to the Cafe Racer and Transition Finder but still so massively different. They don't make a pure carving boards like this. They make boards that can carve and float in pow. This can just carve, is much softer, has much less taper, massively more camber and a massively longer effective edge.
@horacionochetto8454 2 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow thanks for the comparison. It seems that in the past 5 years carving boards have blown up in popularity and Korya used to be on everyone's lips. Not so much anymore which is weird cause I feel Korua makes bommer boards.
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Korua is still amazing. This is a different kind of board than anything in Korua's line.
@SteveThompson-li2fc 2 күн бұрын
Thanks James for a great and detailed review. Really, a carver should be a quiver-board anyway IMO. I’d love to see you do a comparison of carvers out there. Off-topic but I would really like to see you do a review and comparison of the smart phone apps out there right now: Open Snow, Fat Maps, Slopes etc. there is a great deal of competition right now and I think all three have 3D maps which is fantastic to just pull up on your phone when your on the Mountain or kicking back with a beer at the end of the day.
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Thanks, and I agree. Some people don't understand carvers, and why they aren't good in pow, so I thought I'd break it down for them to avoid making a wrong purchase. I'll definitely try to do a Carver Comparison, and I'll see if Davey (who is working on travel vids) will do an app review.
@cybergreen874 2 күн бұрын
Finally, a review for the Jones Freecarver 6000! I was really interested in the tapered design and deep sidecut-figured it would make the board super nimble and turny. But with no reviews out there, I ended up grabbing the Amplid Singular instead. No regrets though-I’m really happy with my choice.
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Yeah that's a great board and super different. It's much more well rounded and can do a lot more than just carve. So if that's what you are going for then that's a great choice.
@fox40rc 2 күн бұрын
How does it compare to the Party Wave + or the Korua Dart?
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Nothing like em. This is primarily for carving on another level. Those are for powder and carving.
@fox40rc 2 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow from a carving perspective does the dart and the party wave carve the same as this?
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Not even close. This is on another level. Those are super fun for what they are though. This is for carving and pretty much nothing else. It's almost all camber with only a nub for a nose and tail.
@fox40rc 2 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow need to get on a demo and see for myself. But like the Dart Plus it bucks you on uneven terrain😞
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
That would be best. It's always best to try before you buy. Then you will realize how different this board is from the ones you know.
@fox40rc 2 күн бұрын
Is the 154 the smallest size?
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
150
@j.main2380 2 күн бұрын
What’s the difference between the 6000 and 9000
@przemysawmarciniec5180 2 күн бұрын
If you want to lace super tight turns like you're in a bowl at the skatepark, go with the Freecarver 6000. If you want to rip high speed drawn out turns across an entire run, go with the Freecarver 9000.
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Perfectly said. Thanks.
@narrowistheway77 2 күн бұрын
6000 is around a 6 meter sidecut radius and the 9000 is around a 9 meter sidecut radius. The first commenter nailed his description for what effect that achieves 👍🏼
@MarkDonegal 2 күн бұрын
Awesome timing..I have a 154 out for delivery atm!
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Right on! Hey could you do me a favor? Could lay it on a flat surface and tell me how your camber profile is vs. the one you see in my review 2:24. If you can send a pic even better. thegoodride.com/other-inquiries/ Thanks!
@MarkDonegal 2 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow No problem James. It should be arriving sometime early next week. Once is arrives I will send you the photo. 👍
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Greatly appreciated! Fingers crossed you get a super bow of camber
@olevanem3932 2 күн бұрын
I got the 58 last season, and love it. Im really surprised of how smooth it rides in addition to how great it carves. Must be some genius 3d work at the contact points. I'll send you a pic of its camber too 😁
@olevanem3932 2 күн бұрын
6-7 mm camber, with bindings on
@mebaoer 2 күн бұрын
Hi, James, sounds like this board fits my riding style very well. I ride in Japan. rode on the deep thinker, mega death and 23/24 nitro pow. I want a stronger board to replace my nitro pow. After doing some research, the Forager seems like a combination of all of the three together, but it's discontinued. Do you have a similar board to recommend? I like the no pressure on the back leg in pow, good pop, carve, and light weight.
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Yeah that was a good board. Wish it wasn't a one and done and it's a good replacement to the Nitro Quiver Pow. Yeah you could go Korua Dart, Soul Shift, Soul Blower, or Weston Japow. Those are similar. If you want to get into it more and do this right, hit me here to give me the info I need to help you much better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
@josephvukovic8201 2 күн бұрын
Did Davey ride this? I’m a size 12 boot 195lbs and wanted to see if the 162 would be an appropriate size without toe or heel drag.
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
No he didn't. What's your height and what make/model/size year board do you ride now and how do you like it?
@brain272 2 күн бұрын
I am looking to replace my older Rome Targa's. Would the Cleavers be the closest substitution? If so, any notable improvements or drawbacks going from Targa to Cleavers?
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Everything is better. You loose about 20% of the weight, get adjustable response better straps and a very fun overall ride. Check out the Katana's too.
@brain272 2 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow Thank you - greatly appreciate the response and love your videos. For reference, I am looking at the Cleaver, Katana, Astro full wrap, Atlas and the Flux XF as the Targa replacement. Given the lack of choice and short and unappealing conditions in Australia it is very difficult to compare products side by side. All the options above are similar in price and I am leaning the Astro's. Again, appreciate the response and look forward to more of your videos.
@thegoodridesnow 2 күн бұрын
Yeah hard to say knowing so little about you but i like everything except the XF the lack of shock absorption (literally none) is a deal breaker for me. If you are like me you will love everything about it except that. If you want to get into it more and do this right, hit me here to give me the info I need to help you much better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
@leftyslugger2557 3 күн бұрын
Would you rather this or the alchemist for big mountain freeride conditions? FAST.
@thegoodridesnow 3 күн бұрын
Flagship Pro
@tagphotography2518 3 күн бұрын
Thanks again James! If you had to choose - this or the Rome service dog/old Stalefish?
@thegoodridesnow 3 күн бұрын
No Problem. For mostly pow SD. For a littke of everthing DH.
@jb-zr7nw 3 күн бұрын
I love my Rossi XV and have no complaints. Always wanted to add a Jones board, but I'm not sure if the flagship is different enough, or just more of the same.
@thegoodridesnow 3 күн бұрын
Different in the fact the XV turns a much tigher radius turn and this likes to go straight/fast more and has a faster base but both are similar in shape, camber and where/when you would ride em.
@iamtimur4795 3 күн бұрын
Any chance you review the latest Slash ATV?…please…
@thegoodridesnow 3 күн бұрын
Sorry I didn't get on it last season. I'll try to this season.
@hiennguyen-kp5cj 4 күн бұрын
Hi would this be too much over lap with the karua boards like dart pencil or pencil.
@thegoodridesnow 3 күн бұрын
They can do the same thing (carve groomers and float in pow) but they do each pretty differently so if it calls to you go for it.
@dpj9421 4 күн бұрын
How would you compare the flex and torsional flex between the dancehaul, Biru and Almanac? Thank you!
@thegoodridesnow 3 күн бұрын
Never tried the Almanac so can't say. Biru is stiffer than the Dancehaul.
@m3dbs 4 күн бұрын
Great review, as always. Would you pair these with a Yes Greats?
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
Thanks! I've tried that and really like it. One of my favorites.
@SuperBigben8 4 күн бұрын
I'm hesitating between this and the Capita aeronaut for a one board quiver to do everything (carving, powder, Park) when travelling. I tend to go towards the Capita because i have 11us size boot but only weigh 150 lbs so 156w seems perfect. The United Shape seems really good though and i like the minimalist style, do you think the 158 would be wide enough (i have Burton kendo 11us) ?
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
How tall are you and what make/model/size/year board do you ride now and how do you like it?
@SuperBigben8 3 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow i'm 5'10, expert level currently living in Québec. I ride a Capita indoor 55w 22/23 most of the time, i love how dynamic and nimble the board is and so playfull at the same time, perfect for days mixed between Park and slopes. On ice or if i only want to ride groomers i ride my gnu Gremlin 55w. Strong carver, hold so well but feel quite boaty and heavy sometimes. And for the occasional powder days here i ride a GNU Nuzoid 55. I also have a Capita Scott Stevens 57 for jibbing and end of the season wet snow.
@SuperBigben8 3 күн бұрын
Also i dont buy from brands that produce in China, preferably US or Europe.
@thegoodridesnow 3 күн бұрын
I like the Aeronaut 156w better for your spcs.
@SuperBigben8 3 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow thanks for the reply !
@livelikeitslegal 4 күн бұрын
That cone line looked so sick! Shoot the pinnacles 🏂🔥❤🔥
@himboslice_ 4 күн бұрын
Did you get a chance to demo the new 2025 Bataleon Surfer?
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
No. Hope to ride it this season
@evsportsman5478 4 күн бұрын
Appreciate the work you do 👍🏻
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
Many thanks!
@stevensonjoseph7806 4 күн бұрын
Are you doing huck knife pro next ?
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
Sorry but no. I did ride the Assassin Pro and Assassin but those reviews are down a bit in the que.
@stevensonjoseph7806 4 күн бұрын
Hmmmm I’m so torn between reg and pro I want the smoother ride but I like the sound of more pop in the pro , plus the design is a lot better for pro
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
It's such a tough call. If Salomon put a little extra rubber under the inserts it would be the Pro all day but as it stands it was a super tough decision.
@hazmatite 19 сағат бұрын
get the pro and get damper bindings. ;)
@hazmatite 19 сағат бұрын
get the pro and get damper bindings. ;)
@stevensonjoseph7806 19 сағат бұрын
@@hazmatite what bindings you recommend
@hazmatite 18 сағат бұрын
@@stevensonjoseph7806 i'm a big fan of Union Ultras. very damp and cushy
@mooncat.787 4 күн бұрын
Recently purchased a 9000 and as much I "like" the board I honestly find it slow. My Salomon Huck Knife is way quicker....... Strange.
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
So lots of missing pieces to this statement and something doesn't make sense. If you could tell us your: 1. Boot Size/Weight/Height? 2. What Size Huck Knife You have? 3. What size Freecarver 9000s you have? 4. Do you mean slow in terms of turn initiation or straight lining?
@user-sr7ok1gq6u 4 күн бұрын
I think that's the 2024 version? Evo's website lists it as 2024
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
From Cardiff- It's not changing at all in 2025. 100% carry over. Even the same graphics. So, yes, this is a 2024 and yes, it's a 2025.
@justinmuir9163 2 күн бұрын
I read telos is carring over aswell..
@nathansutter6253 4 күн бұрын
The ion wides are the only boot I've found that fit my wide feet and also have a stiff enough flex for me. They're still in fairly good condition with over 100 days but I'm starting to think about replacing them. I couldn't find them on the burton site or sold anywhere else. Do you know if they're still making an ion wide for 2025?
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
What is your foot width? It looks like they aren't this year. Only Ion Step On Wide. That sucks. You should try to find last years on sale if you can.
@papasgormita 5 күн бұрын
Differences between ride fuse boots and thirtytwo tm 2 xlt???
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
TM2's have a good bit more shock absorption. Fuses retain their flex longer but the TM2's aren't bad at all. Fuse has the BOA around the ankle and a wider toe box.
@scottish118 5 күн бұрын
Sup Davey, appreciate what you do as the big guy spirit animal.
@thegoodridesnow 4 күн бұрын
Davey appreciates your appreciation. Cheers!
@mitchellcant4348 5 күн бұрын
Hey mate. I’m 6ft 220 size 12 boot. Looking for a new board for Japan but will be my daily driver back here in AUS / NZ. What size would you recommend?
@thegoodridesnow 5 күн бұрын
156w would be the call if you want a twin.
@aarontanwx 5 күн бұрын
Btw, I saw on Jones’ website that the 24/25 Flagship Pro has Koroyd on the tip (a la Aviator 2.0). Was wondering if you noted that and if that helped with the dampening vs the Ultra Flagship?
@thegoodridesnow 5 күн бұрын
I didn't see that in the catalog or on the Jones site about the Flagship Pro. Where did you see that? What I think really helped with dampening is the extra rubber they put in by the inserts.
@JBlakeS23 5 күн бұрын
Wish the embarks had all glass lenses. Glass lenses would make it a no brainer.
@DustinPerkins-ne8ui 5 күн бұрын
Can’t decide between the Burton Custom and Capita indoor survival 😅 I really only like carving at speed, riding switch, hitting side hits, and jumping, Which fits the bill better? 6’2 size 11 boot breaking into advanced rider territory and looking to progress.
@thegoodridesnow 5 күн бұрын
Weight? Need all three to even guess here on YT but if you want real advice hit me here. I take this seriously and truly want to help so I created this service. If you want to get into it more hit me here to give me the info I need to help you much better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
@DustinPerkins-ne8ui 5 күн бұрын
Can’t decide between the Burton Custom and Capita indoor survival 😅 I don’t care to butter, really only like carving at speed, riding switch, hitting side hits, and jumping small jumps. Which fits the bill better ?
@thegoodridesnow 5 күн бұрын
Knowing so little about you it's hard to say. Go Custom if you want something damper in uneven snow and better for carving. The IS is better riding switch. If you want to get into it more hit me here to give me the info I need to help you much better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
@maverickescalante5663 5 күн бұрын
Would this be a good choice for full time hammock sleeping?
@jojotherider1977 5 күн бұрын
do you think there would be much to gain from going up to the 154? I'm a couple lbs heavier, but also 5'10". I ride a 152 dancehaul and have a blast on it. I like my board in all conditions, but I want a bit more float. I have a dedicated pow board already, but I'm thinking for those days I'm traveling somewhere and weather/conditions are going to be mixed. I went to a resort last year on a 10" day, but they do a ton of grooming. So I reached for my DH. It did fine in the pow, but once or twice in flatter sections, the nose dipped and I went over the front end. Pow board would have handled that fine, but would have been less fun on the groomers. especially as they firmed up throughout the day.
@thegoodridesnow 5 күн бұрын
Boot size? Super important.
@jojotherider1977 5 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow shoot, forgot that. Size 9.5 Ride Trident
@thegoodridesnow 5 күн бұрын
Yeah 154 would work pretty well for you especially if you are more about turning. Do you set it back on pow days?
@jojotherider1977 5 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow Nope. Just on reference with adjustment for stance width. I don't generally reach for this board on pow days. Only if I'm traveling somewhere and a pow board is not really an option because the forecast is mixed.
@jojotherider1977 5 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow thanks for the feedback. I always enjoy your reviews. It swayed me into buying a Burton Kilroy a couple years ago and it was spot on.
@tagphotography2518 6 күн бұрын
Looks like Salomon have recycled ABS sidewalks for 2025! Wanna try one of these.
@thegoodridesnow 5 күн бұрын
Yes. It's soo good to see and rides soo much better. Updated review coming
@travis11231 6 күн бұрын
You dnt have to boil it after or before?
@SamRoe-lk4mz 6 күн бұрын
Good review , I bought one hoping it would be good in poor conditions looks like it’s the opposite lol What board would you recommend for ice, wet snow, lumpy crud etc as this is mainly what we get when away, All mtn freestyle , side hits. park. Etc everything but off piste . I thought capita indoor survival possibly Thanks
@thegoodridesnow 5 күн бұрын
Thanks! Yeah unfortunately most "Pro"/"Ultra"/"Plus" models are worse in uneven snow because that is the price you pay for more pop that you get with carbon and lighter materials. The Indoor Survival is a very different board and better but far from ideal for uneven snow riding. If you want to get into it more hit me here to give me the info I need to actually help. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/ Based on what I know of you it would just be a wild ass guess. One board you might like instead if it fits your specs is the Amplid Souly Grail or Surfari or even the Singular. They handle uneven snow like a champ.
@SamRoe-lk4mz 3 күн бұрын
I’ll check them out , thanks. Keep up the awesome reviews
@shred_pow_pow 6 күн бұрын
Rode this all season last year and it's my favorite board in the Mervin lineup. The shape and flex make for a board that floats perfectly in pow and smashes through the ruts on the second half of the day without tiring you out. It's easy to load up and the pop will send you. It also straight lines and handles firm and icy conditions just fine. If someone was to make a board with the premise of being optimized for all conditions while being surfy and fun to ride, this is it. Placed in a Venn diagram this board sits directly where all attributes overlap, and your knees will thank you for that.
@thegoodridesnow 6 күн бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to give us your take.
@canyon93108 6 күн бұрын
Pin Tonic or Giant Mantaray? You can only chose one.
@thegoodridesnow 6 күн бұрын
I'm not you so my choice won't help you. Since I know nothing about you it would be a wild ass guess. Go Pintonic if you like a longer stiffer faster board that floats better in powder. Go Giant Mantaray if you like a more mellow/easier turning board that has a super fast base. If you want to do this right hit me here shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
@canyon93108 6 күн бұрын
@@thegoodridesnow Honest answer, thanks.