buying a board need some help

CanadianForces · Newbie Joined: 08 Jul 2008 Posts: 20

hi all im new here and ive been bording for a few years now with my cousins board. and now im ready to buy my own. i want a hyperlite but i jsut need some info on what all the different grooves mean on the bottom of the board along with the fins as to how the board will behave so i can pick the board i want. thanks in advance Very Happy

HHI Dave · Posted: Jul 09, 2008 3:10 pm Post subject:

Admit it, you want a Hyperlite because of that big Canuk named Rusty, dont'cha? Mr. Green

Just kidding.

The standard answer here is demo boards and find the one you like. The reality is, not everyone has access to a pro shop. In that case, all you can really do is try to find a board that seems to fit your style of riding. Board size is pretty subjective but a good starting point would be to decide on a range of length based on your weight. From there, try to figure out what you want from a board. Speed? Pop? 3-stage vs. continuous vs. ??? rocker...etc.

As far as the Hyperlite lineup, I've only ridden one board out of their current offerings. It was the B-Side, J.D. Webb's pro model. I loved the way it launched but it was a 136 and was just a bit small for me (I'm 225 lbs). If I get a chance to ride the 141, I'll jump at it. Cool

CanadianForces · Newbie Joined: 08 Jul 2008 Posts: 20

actually i think i really wanted a hyper lite cuz of the aluminum fins i saw lol. and czu they have a good rep. but a hyperlite setup around here will cost me 1000 with boots at least. so i found a nice board from liquid force its called the trip 138. im prob gona buy it tomrow Very Happy

price with boots is 549. tell me what u tihnk

HHI Dave · Posted: Jul 09, 2008 8:07 pm Post subject:

I think the Trip is a solid choice. Its more advanced than a beginners board but more forgiving than some of the pro models. LF rates the Trip 138 for riders 150-225 lbs. If you fall within that weight range then you should be fine. What kind of bindings are you getting with the package? I'm assuming that you mean $549 CN right?

CanadianForces · Newbie Joined: 08 Jul 2008 Posts: 20

yeah 549 cn haha. the bindings im not shure what brand exactly but there a pro model of some sort. i tried one and wow was it ever solid. im really pumped haha. there much more solid than the "family bindings" i was riding in before lol

HHI Dave · Posted: Jul 09, 2008 8:16 pm Post subject:

Well, congrats and make sure you post some pics when you get the new setup. Cool

CanadianForces · Newbie Joined: 08 Jul 2008 Posts: 20

pics for shure Very Happy

....damn im goan end up being waiting outside the pro shop before it opens i know it ahaha

CanadianForces · Newbie Joined: 08 Jul 2008 Posts: 20

ohhh i jsut figured out what the bindings are there liquid force alpha's...any good?

HHI Dave · Posted: Jul 09, 2008 10:02 pm Post subject:

The Trip/Alpha is a common LF package deal. I'd say its a solid setup that won't hold you back. As long as the bindings fit you comfortably you'll be all set. Cool

CanadianForces · Newbie Joined: 08 Jul 2008 Posts: 20

ok sweet thanks for all ur help hope to post up some vidz and stuff soon lol

whit123 · Newbie Joined: 08 Jul 2008 Posts: 2

I am going to post over here too, want another opinion on my board size its starting to make me nervous but then I have only got 1 response have not used it yet.

CWB Bella 124 (kids yes I know) w/ Bliss Hinge bindings
My stats:
103 on a heavy day
5' 2 1/2"
Beginner
**not going to do a ton of jumping as of now...never been on a board before**

now my husband just returned his LF board because they were missing something for it and couldnt find it instead he now has a - good board?

CWB Faction 141 (I think) w/ Vapor Hinge bindings

HHI Dave · Posted: Jul 10, 2008 9:45 am Post subject:

whit123, CWB rates the 124 Bella for riders 90-125 lbs so you should be fine. Get out there and ride. Cool

My buddy's girlfriend decided she wanted a wakeboard so, without any input or assistance from him, she bought one at a local sporting goods store. Unfortunately, the saleshole knew NOTHING about wakeboarding and she ended up buying some tiny kids' board. She weighs about 120 lbs. The board is a 121 and has a picture of a giraffe on it. Laughing

It is definitely a tiny board, but she has been riding it and is getting the hang of it. Smile

tyrose01 · Newbie Joined: 10 Jul 2008 Posts: 1

I am going to post over here too, want another opinion on my board size its starting to make me nervous but then I have only got 1 response have not used it yet.

CWB Bella 124 (kids yes I know) w/ Bliss Hinge bindings
My stats:
103 on a heavy day
5' 2 1/2"
Beginner
**not going to do a ton of jumping as of now...never been on a board before**

***********I am 5'2, bit heavier than you, and my first board is a size 125 (HL). I even wear kids bindings because they fit me the best. You should have no problems with this size board.