Hi all.
I've been lurking without posting for a while here. I'd like to open by saying thanks for all the posts, replies, and advise. It's been very helpful.
That said, I'm in the market for a new board and I'm leaning toward the Ride Timeless or the Donek Incline wide. Opinions? I'd also like some advise bindings (I wear Salomon F24s size 10).
I've read a bunch here and elsewhere and the general consensus seems to be that you can't go wrong with the Timeless. However, I've seen only a few posts about the Doneks. I'd appreciate some input on how it rides. And, if anyone has ridden both, a direct comparison would be swell.
About me: I'm 5'11" 155lbs, been riding for 7 years, and am 99% freeride/backcountry w/the occasional bomb down the groomers. I own an old Salomon 450 163cm (7 yrs), a Voile 166 split decision (3 yrs), and an OSin 4807 (1yr). Well, the 450 has had it and needs to be replaced. I'm leaning toward the Ride 161. Help?
Also, I purchased a pair of Salomon F24s at the end last year (Salomons fit me perfectly), but are too small for my current bindings. So, I need new bindings as well (*sigh* there goes my savings). Again, heard great things about the Rides (SPI, Tomcat, and Migs). I would like a stiff/responsive/light binding w a little give so I don't feel totally beat up at the end of the day. And which bindings will work well with the smaller profile of the F24s?
A long post, I know, but any suggestions/advice would be most appreciated.
cheers
Ben
"MooseDawg"