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Equipment and Media - Cartel or Custom?

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 08:39 AM
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Me n my mate stan were discussing possible new bindings for my board cos mine r a bit snug n heavy.

It came down to 2 bindings.

The Burton Custom.

Or the Burton Cartel

(both in white)

Cartel in white/antique - £160

Custom in white/gold - £140

apprently the custom is better than the cartel but is it better enough to stop me wanting the cartel because it looks just so damn nice.

Heres some pictures for you =]

Cartel -

http://www.hot-zone.tv/store/images/pro ... ique_f.jpg

http://www.extremesportsworld.com/produ ... uctID=2049

Custom -

http://www.dogfunk.com/dogfunk/BUR1167/ ... tch=CUSWHG

In advance thankyou for your opinions and feedback =]

Also, do you get lifetime warranty on all burton bindings?

morzinoise - Jan 16, 2007 - 09:36 AM
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Those Cartels look pretty damn good to me.... An extra 20 quid for better style? Sounds good to me...
I have the older Cartels and think they are fine. I have not tried the Missions however, but I think the Cartels are souped-up Missions???(please correct me if I'm wrong here...)

Might even look into those Cartels myself... Wink

James_Mio - Jan 16, 2007 - 09:46 AM
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Cartels every time.

lez_s - Jan 16, 2007 - 09:53 AM
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if i was you i would stick with what you've got until you have progressed past learning and then look into buy some bindings. maybe at the end of the season when they are cheaper.

redtim - Jan 16, 2007 - 10:35 AM
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I'd be inclined to go with Lez's suggestion.

Human106 - Jan 16, 2007 - 10:41 AM
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I'm just glad I don't have children. I couldn't afford it.

Jimbo1 - Jan 16, 2007 - 10:45 AM
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Just curious. Why Burton? Everyone I've known who's suffered binding breakages (from straps to highbacks) seems to have been riding Burton bindings.

I've never ridden them, but given what I've heard and witnessed, I'd never want to.

I'd plug Ride bindings any day. My EX's are into their second full season of use, and still going strong. They don't have all the bling sh*te on them that certain Burton bindings do, but they'll last a good season. I know which of the two is more important to me...................

SimonGoesSideways - Jan 16, 2007 - 11:16 AM
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cartel bindings are excellent, but the extra response they offer might affect rail riding and stuff where you need a bit of give. Also i test Cartels for about 3 hours and had a bit of pain in my calf muscles from the aggressive highback angle.

Deffo not a binding I would be able to rid all day on. Buit i still havent tried anything that offers the same response !

lez_s - Jan 16, 2007 - 11:21 AM
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I'd plug Ride bindings any day

same here

Tiberius - Jan 16, 2007 - 12:36 PM
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rome here, 390's all the way. Too many posts last year of broken Burton bindings

Ninjai - Jan 16, 2007 - 12:51 PM
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I personally wouldnt get either to be honest, and i totally agree with Les. Theres no point in buying brand new expensive kit when your still in your learning stages, i'd wait a while until you can really appreciate the difference between older/newer & cheaper/expensive equipment.

However saying that i'd demo a few pairs once your ready to buy some at the TSA or anywhere else where you can demo stuff. I had my heart set on a pair of Rome 390's to go with my new Agent, however i demo'd a pair of Salomon Relay Series bindings and there was no way i wasn't having them... they're sik!

- Rob

Human106 - Jan 16, 2007 - 01:05 PM
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My P1'S seem pretty sturdy and well-built so far....guesss I'll really find out in a couple of weeks though. Rome bindings are the brainchild of two of the former Burton R&D people, its their company....so I can't see them being that hugely different in terms of materials etc.

Mat_the_Pirate - Jan 16, 2007 - 04:08 PM
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i recently bought the kelly green cartels n had a week of fiiiiine riding in italy with them, they are amazing.

And they do come with a lifetime warranty from breakages, not that ive ever had a problem with them.

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 04:22 PM
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An extra 20 quid for better style? Sounds good to me...

Im actually looking at bindings for the performance they will give to me rather than what they look like.

Seeing as burton bindings have a lifetime warranty breakages arent much of a problem.

Ive read on several reviews the metal made for the rachet system on the 390's could be better because it starts to rust/burr after some period of time, not a total problem but just makes it a bit more fiddley.

On the internet and people that ive been talking to the custom is the better binding they say, also its been suggested its better than the cartel for me because the cartel is aimed at riders who are quite advanced, they also haev one of the highest backs which coming from skateboarding backgrounds i dont like =].

I think i will get the Customs, i can progress with them and then in maybe a year or 2 when i feel that i want to progess to a higher level snowboard i can have some cartels with it.

Are are your opinions on this?

(My reasons for wanting new bindings is that the bindings i have at the moment (ride vxn's) apart from being womens bindings (they dont look too agressive =/) They are also quite a tight snug fit, im worried that if my foot gets slightly bigger and pushes the boot out a bit more its going to be a pain, also, metal shrinks in the cold, ive only been in -3 so far =].

However, my main issue for lighter bindings is weight.

I weigh in at a featherlight 7.5 stone and going from having nothing stuck to my feet (apart from skate shoes) to having a snowboard with bindings stuck to my feet is a large transition.

I noticed the other day when i took my bindings off my board was actually pretty light, i understand that burton bindings are made out of plastic, and so are lighter yet slightly weaker, but seeing as im going to be ripping up green/red pistes i dont think this is an issue.

Thankyou for reading this =]

Lui.

Tiberius - Jan 16, 2007 - 04:27 PM
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Sidget_Ex wrote:

Seeing as burton bindings have a lifetime warranty breakages arent much of a problem.

haha, see if you still feel the same way when they break on the first day of your first week in France

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 04:31 PM
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haha, see if you still feel the same way when they break on the first day of your first week in France

Haha i think not.

Im keeping my old bindings though, bring em with me when i go abroad as spares =] they dont take up much space

lez_s - Jan 16, 2007 - 04:36 PM
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i still wouldn't go out and buy £140 - 160 bindings just yet. as you say your feet are getting bigger so you'll be changing the bindings and boots soon anyway. if you do have to change them get some second hand ones that are male bindings (which are wider then females ones) so when you out grow them you haven't spent load of money for bindings you've used for 6 months.

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metal shrinks in the cold

dont worry about it. if it does then its too small for me to have noticed.

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 04:40 PM
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£120 for the customs which is what im thinking of getting, i grow really slowly and them being boot size 7-9 and me being a size 8 i think i'll get quite a bit of use out of em.

At the end of the day if im willing the to pay the money i dont see the problem.

Im interested which ones will benifit me more =]

Thankyou

Stuffe - Jan 16, 2007 - 04:49 PM
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I don't see a problem, it's your money, but I would still advise against it. Actually, I would have advised against getting the VXNs, but thats moot.

If you are worried you may grow out of the current bindings, then you need to think a bit harder about it. You are going to grow out of your boots first. No point in spending the cash you have in spare bindings on new ones, then still have ill fitting kit and sore feet.

If you are thinking of how sturdy the kit is, then to be brutally honest, without you accidentally get out of control and find yourself in a glades run boardsliding trees, you are not going to get anywhere near the stress point of your kit unless you are super unlucky. Don't take this personally, but you just aren;t going to be that aggressive on your first holiday. If you are still worried about durability, then the Burton warranty is excellent, but it's swings and roundabouts as to whether you want something that won't bust, or want something that you can replace for free when it busts.

What I would do, is save the cash, and splunge it on something either when on holiday, or when you get back. There will be at least 1 bit of your kit that either lets your down, or that you just don't get on with. Either a gloves that are too cold, a helmet that doesn't fit right after a full days boarding, boots that aren't waterproof enough and leave you with cold wet feet.... Instead of trying to second guess what the weak spot in your kit bag is, wait for something to go tits for real. You never know, you could spend your cash on new bindings, and then see an amazing (insert object of your desire here) on sale that you wish you had the cash for. Hell, if I had spare cash, I'd not buy kit unless I genuinely needed it,, and go on a snowmobiling night out instead!

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 04:52 PM
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I was thinking the womens bindings just look a bit wussy now with all me sick kit =/

Stuffe - Jan 16, 2007 - 04:57 PM
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Well, that's the worst reason for changing them of all to be honest, and your baggy pants are going to cover most of them anyway. Use them for a year, wear them out, bash them about, then get rid on Ebay and buy a replacement with more experience behind you - you will buy better kit next time round if you do (As you are finding out). Save the cash, if nothing has broken/ripped/been stolen by the end of the holiday, splash out on something then.

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:05 PM
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splash out on something then.

If i save the money i will waste it, like on anoter gig of RAM for my computer which i will spend longer on my comp than boarding =P

tbh its the feelgood factor, if i feel good about what i have etc i do better because of the confidence factor, my minds telling me yes, i can do this

Stuffe - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:10 PM
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Your first boarding on real snow should help to make you feel pretty good to start with - you don't need to prop yourself up by replacing kit you've only used a couple of times and telling yourself it will improve your boarding. Seriously, don't buy the bindings. You could take yourself on a guided day off piste for a third of that price, then you will a) be pretty much maxed out on the feelgood factor, b) still have enough cash left to do it twice more!

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:28 PM
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can i make clear im not saying its the actual bindings that i think will make me better its the mental state of mind that i like =]

I can easyly get more money for stuff like that though Stuffe =]

My first abroad trip in march is to italy with me school and were not going off piste cos were gonna be with instructor type person for the whole of it

But depending on peopels ability and conditions its possibly we may go off piste, time to keep practice in =]

Az - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:32 PM
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I would stick with your current kit Sidget. I understand that if you feel comfortable in your kit then you feel good but,

Put the money towards another holiday or sessions at a indoorslope, hone your riding skills the more time you spend snowboarding the better you will get.

Surely the riding is more important than the kit, riding is the best part!! also if you get some slopetime in the UK you will be better for when you go abroad.

As someone said your bingings are under your trousers, just get used to the kit you've got then when you're better you can buy some better kit. If you're bothered about wasting it on computer stuff, just put the money in a building society and forget about it, you do after not long, then when you decide to buy something new you'll have a nice bit of cash stashed away.

Stuffe - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:38 PM
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I see your point, but I think you will make a better decision on what to spend it on if you do it later. You don't need a shiny new car to have fun on the roads, you can have a great night out wearing your oldest shirt, I'm sure you get what I'm trying to say.

You are at risk of putting your foot on the first rung of the ladder to "allthegear, noidea-ville" - trust me you won't be feeling on top of the world when people start ribbing you on the slopes.

When you get off the top of a really long lift, having spent ages marvelling at the view, the friendly banter with your mates, then finding all your turns and moves linking like you always wanted them to on a piste several miles long with only the prospect of doing it again and again, you won't remember what you've got on your feet, you'll be too high on the whole experience (and lack of oxygen...) to care a toss.

Seriously, if moneys no object, just do it now and buy both, bin the worst pair.

xaheadx - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:40 PM
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sidget..

just because you CAN buy something, doesnt mean you should. hell, i've only bought two things out of my kit new from a shop (boots+jacket) and the rest has been off ebay. i dont see the point in whacking £140 quid on something that a/ you dont need and b/ you probally havent got the experience for.

my first bindings where 2004 customs £50 off ebay, and they have lasted for 3 trips now and im still happy with them. altho, i was offered a pair of 07 missions cheap so i bought them instead - my friend is now having the customs, so he can progress like i have.

personally, do whatever you want. but its like learning to walk before you run..

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:46 PM
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Az i find it i put it in my bank its easyer for me to buy stuff =P

I opened my account in july, 100% of my statements are internet purchases =]

Hmm,

Hmm,

What i think i'll do, is have a look at MK TSA is they have the customs in, they may not be my style in RL.

we'll see.

I think if i save my £120 or so then get mhoney on my burfday n christmas i could come on the SCUK bash next year =]

Stuffe - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:50 PM
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Exactly - it's half the holiday paid for if you keep it, was only £235 this year....

xaheadx - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:51 PM
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sidget exactly!

spend the money on something that is going to help your riding progress.. eg a few nights at the snowdomes, or planning another holiday
the customs would suit you better eventually, as the cartels are pretty stiff - i rode a pair for a few days and didnt like them, so thats why ive plumped for the missions as they give me enough flex for spinning etc but stiff enough for normal slope use.

xaheadx - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:51 PM
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Az - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:55 PM
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I said put money in the BUILDING SOCIETY sidget not the bank! Very Happy

You don't have a card for the building society, some building societies you may be able to do online banking, but anyway it's more hassle to actually go in and draw money out from a building society, hence you're more likely to save a bit.

I'd stick with your kit, If money was tight for you you could save for kit and it be all the more sweet when you got it.

But as long as your a contented snowboarder and it is your money after all, then go with it, I reckon you'd kinda made up your mind before you posted this topic Laughing

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:56 PM
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Stuffe, the SCUK bash costs £425 everything i worked out, inc upgraded lift pass n insurance, and cost of food i think =]

Stuffe - Jan 16, 2007 - 05:59 PM
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Yeah, but now you only need £275...... Wink

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 06:04 PM
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What about getting there...

icklepob - Jan 16, 2007 - 06:58 PM
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save the money from gear, and put it towards riding.

That alone will bring your riding on, more than having this years best kit

kez - Jan 16, 2007 - 07:02 PM
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i reckon, if you really want to spend the money then do it. but be wary that the cartels are really responsive and maybe not the best to learn on, im riding custom brews and i love them.

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 07:16 PM
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Yeah i was sayng the customs would be the ones i would get...

Jimbo1 - Jan 16, 2007 - 08:17 PM
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Sidget,

Just a word of warning about any kind of warranty; lifetime or otherwise.

You have to send the kit back before you can get it replaced. If you're on holiday or doing a season, this is a real ballache if you've nothing to replace it with (appreciate you're taking your old bindings with you), as the turnover time can take a few weeks. To this end, it makes way more sense to go for the most reliable kit, and nothing beats kit that is recommended by word of mouth from people who've done at least a couple of seasons.

I'd take that over flashy marketing campaigns any day, and although all snowboard companies carry out marketing to a certain degree, Burton seem to heavily saturate the market in terms of style of ads (featuring pros like Shawn White trumping the kit; he's paid to do that) and market share.

Personally, I would never buy kit that I think could fail on me. Burton trump their bindings for being ultra lightweight because they're made from plastic composites. That's true, but they're more likely to break if you do something like clip a tree with the heelcup. I did this with my aluminium Ride EX's, and it just left a minor gouge behind.

I know which of the two I'd go for...............

Also, you might feel better for having trendy looking kit, but if you're a relatively novice rider (which, no disrespect intended, I think you are), you'll end up looking like a bit of a dick to be perfectly honest with you. As somebody's already mentioned, "All the gear, but no idea".

Feeling good about yourself does help your riding, but the kit itself will not magically make you any better. Only regular mileage and constantly pushing yourself will do that.

That's my tuppence worth anyway.............

LauraKanter - Jan 16, 2007 - 08:30 PM
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All this is pretty interesting...I think I'd have to agree with people who say get better first.

My board and bindings cost probably what you're looking to spend on bindings alone!! I got everything I could in sales, with guidance from people I knew etc....I can honestly say that I couldnt tell the difference between different set ups, and it's only as I'm getting better that I'm starting to think about more technical stuff....it's not like I'm pushing my current set-up yet though!

It's like skating...you can dick about on a rubbish £30 deck, but you can just feel when it's right to change up to something more responsive...like when you try and kickflip and it feels like you're pushing a brick around...

I wouldn't be so worried about what it all looks like...cos you could equally look a bit daft rocking bindings that don't match your riding level.....

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 08:42 PM
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Im gonna save the money n go on the SCUK bash in the prosperity year of 08 =]

I got me burton softgoods so im happy

Rossy - Jan 16, 2007 - 09:15 PM
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Good on ya sidget, New bindings would have possibly made you look like a tw*t if your side slipping down the slopes. I had my first bindings for 6 seasons before i upgraded, not saying you should do that, but its advisable to improve your riding before buying 'this seasons' gear.

and As Ninja said, Salomon all the way. Just got the spx pro. They ride like a dream, built to last and look the sh*ts. Im converted.

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 09:21 PM
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My mate Stan is gonna show me how to snowboard properly.

His method is this.

Go up to a black run, make me go down it, everything else will seem easy =]

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 09:23 PM
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I hate the look of Salamons, just something about em i dispise, Ride/Burton bindings for me =]

Rossy - Jan 16, 2007 - 09:37 PM
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Dont think they are everyones taste, but i just like to be different

adi5377 - Jan 16, 2007 - 10:02 PM
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i ride custom brews and to be honest if yur still learnin or a novi tryin new stuff there everythin yur guna need.

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 10:33 PM
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Better tech aye

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 11:12 PM
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Welcoem to the forums adi, how long u been boardin?

xaheadx - Jan 16, 2007 - 11:43 PM
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they arent really better tech.. to be honest, they arent worth the extra money. i know plenty of people who ride the standard customs.. they love em, i love em. try to get them 2nd hand, there loads of bargains to be had.. why does it have to be new?

Sidget_Ex - Jan 16, 2007 - 11:50 PM
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why does it have to be new?

I dont like when someone else have owned stuff, its like still got their karma on it

xaheadx - Jan 17, 2007 - 12:29 AM
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don't be daft.. sounds like your far too attached to personal posessions! lighten up kid!

morzinoise - Jan 17, 2007 - 07:29 AM
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I know exactly what you are trying to get across in your previous posts Sidget. Having new stuff does not make you a better rider, what it does do is give you a certain mind-set. Sure, having a pro-model board does not make you ride like the pro, but it gives you a bit more confidence in your riding. It is purely a mental thing.
I think if you have the money to burn, sift through some of these replies and get which binding you really want. Do what YOU want to do. However, still take in what each person is telling you. That is what these forums are for. You have access to a lot of experience and knowledge on here.
Good luck mate.

Sidget_Ex - Jan 17, 2007 - 10:14 AM
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Ahead i think your confused.

Im not lookinh at getting some new kinf of super customs.

Im just interested in getting customs.

ROBster - Jan 17, 2007 - 10:35 AM
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it your want a really good binding then get the new Rome 390's!
there really responsive and they are fully adjustable....the white ones look aewsome, i know cause i have them!

R1Pilot - Jan 17, 2007 - 10:54 AM
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just get some C60's and be done with it Laughing

Sidget_Ex - Jan 17, 2007 - 11:00 AM
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it your want a really good binding then get the new Rome 390's!

Ive heard a lot about the 390's about the metal used for the rachet system often burrs and rusts making it more fiddly to do and undo =]

I dont like the look of the C90's

R1Pilot - Jan 17, 2007 - 11:05 AM
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I dunno what C90's are Very Happy

.....shouldn't you be at school sidget ?

Sidget_Ex - Jan 17, 2007 - 11:11 AM
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I am

snowgirl1324 - Jan 17, 2007 - 08:35 PM
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Sidget, what is your current set up, how many hours have you spent boarding, how much snow time are you gonna get this winter.........lastly how old are you?

PS - Their are other companys out there other than Burton!

dynamiks - Jan 17, 2007 - 08:59 PM
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snowgirl1324 wrote:

PS - Their are other companys out there other than Burton!

Amen. I got some technine MFMs and I couldn't be happier!

Ninjai - Jan 18, 2007 - 09:28 AM
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Sidget_Ex wrote:

I hate the look of Salamons, just something about em i dispise, Ride/Burton bindings for me =]

It’s all a matter of opinion dude, to be honest I don’t really like the look of the Salomon Relay Series. But it didn’t stop me from buying them. Once I had used them I realised to me they felt much better than anything else I’ve used, and I’ve been snowboarding for just over 12 years now.

You'll learn sooner or later that good kit isn't just about looks ... because it doesn't look good when you've got all the latest gear and your sliding around on your arse all day Wink

- Rob

ROBster - Jan 18, 2007 - 09:40 AM
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Sidget_Ex wrote:

Ive heard a lot about the 390's about the metal used for the rachet system often burrs and rusts making it more fiddly to do and undo =]

where did you hear that?

i've not had a problem with mine and i dont know anyone else that has

Loki117 - Jan 18, 2007 - 09:49 AM
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Ride team are pretty bling and a solid binding too boot I tried the cartels 06 and the team 06 and ended up with the team but that was personal preference.

Human106 - Jan 18, 2007 - 10:02 AM
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I VERY nearly went for Salomons, the only reason I didn't was cause they didn't have any in my size in stock. Everyone in TSA was raving about them....one guy, who I think is called Andy Mould, was saying he'd been testing for Document and absolutely loved the Salomons. For what its worth I think they look pretty good too.

Stuffe - Jan 18, 2007 - 11:54 AM
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I tried the relays, but didn't have enough slope time left to adjust them properly, so came away unimpressed, but that's at least 50% my fault for not giving them a proper go. Mind you, I thought the standard "series" binding, the cheaper one, looked awful - reminded me of an american college basketball top... Mind you, that could just be me too! Anyway, let's all stop giving the kid suggestions, we only just talked him out of customs!

Union Force all the way mate....

snowgirl1324 - Jan 18, 2007 - 12:42 PM
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So come on Sidget................answer my question?

BartSimpsonhead - Jan 18, 2007 - 12:55 PM
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Sidget_Ex wrote:

I dont like the look of the C90's [/color]

The last time I looked on Burton's website, C60's were their top-end binding – C90's are music cassette tapes.
(Unless Sidget's on Burtons test team and is revealing secrets about next years products (LoL!))

Get your facts right, boy...

Sidget_Ex - Jan 18, 2007 - 09:09 PM
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You'll learn sooner or later that good kit isn't just about looks

This offends me a bit because if u actually read the thread you would of seen i was asking which one would be better suited for me not the one that looks better.

Tiberius - Jan 18, 2007 - 09:22 PM
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ROBster wrote:

Sidget_Ex wrote:

Ive heard a lot about the 390's about the metal used for the rachet system often burrs and rusts making it more fiddly to do and undo =]

where did you hear that?

i've not had a problem with mine and i dont know anyone else that has

Nor me, in fact the only thing I've ever hear against them was warnings from Burton devotees last year that they wouldn't last...was really funny when all the stories of the broken Burton's started comming in...and not one of broken 390's.

Just look at the threads from last year. They tell the story.

daniel.judge146 - Jan 19, 2007 - 10:17 AM
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Hey Sidget, I've just purchased a board from the States, it has Freestyle bindings on it, however I've bought Salomon boots and have bought the matching bindings for a better fit.

I know you don't like second hand stuff as you feel remnants of the previous owner may be evident, but I thought that if maybe I just gave them to you, you might be able to see past that.

I don't know what size they are yet, but if they're any good your welcome to them, just let me know mate.

Laterz

Ninjai - Jan 19, 2007 - 10:17 AM
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Sidget_Ex wrote:

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You'll learn sooner or later that good kit isn't just about looks

This offends me a bit because if u actually read the thread you would of seen i was asking which one would be better suited for me not the one that looks better.

Hmmmmm ....

Sidget_Ex wrote:

I hate the look of Salamons, just something about em i dispise, Ride/Burton bindings for me =]

.... however I’ll forgive you for forgetting that one as it does seem like you don’t really think about the drivel you type 90% of the time.

Back on topic. Just demo a few and don’t read into it so much. If you’re looking at buying bindings in the £150-170 mark it’s highly unlikely that you'll buy a bad binding anyway.

Sidget_Ex - Jan 19, 2007 - 10:34 AM
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Yes nin but if you read the actual title of the thread im asking which of the burton cartel or custom is better not salamons cos i just dont like em =]

R1Pilot - Jan 19, 2007 - 10:54 AM
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That was a nice offer from Daniel Judge, I'm sure you appreciate it sidget

Sidget_Ex - Jan 19, 2007 - 11:00 AM
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I seriously do =]

You've actually made my day Daniel.

Sorry i didnt reply quickly, meant to be doing some sociology work or other. =]

Do the freestyles have the size on the bottom or anything?

Can i see a picture of them please? =]

Thankyou dude.

Stuffe - Jan 19, 2007 - 11:09 AM
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You should be hoping that the Karma does in fact stay on second hand gear, because if it does, you could have just bagged some bindings with a positive karma overdose already installed. Nice one Daniel.

daniel.judge146 - Jan 19, 2007 - 11:11 AM
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I don't have them yet, they are in transit.

The guy selling them says they have a few letters peeling off the back of the burton logo on the base plate near the highbacks. They are white with some blue trim if I remember correctly. Can't post a pic as I'm at work, can get one on here later though. They're probably a Medium I'm guessing, but as soon as I have them I'll update you further.

I know they weren't one of your choices, however they are mens and will hopefully make you look more sick with your other gear! And just realised yopu wantyed white ones anyway, looks like it's just the size issue then.

lol

Just checked on eBay, and if you wanna see them now check out this item Item number: 170068920598

Just tried it, copy the number into the serarch field hit enter et voila. Your new bindings, (depending on size)

Sidget_Ex - Jan 19, 2007 - 11:29 AM
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They look nice mate, i just felt a huge rush of adrenaline as i saw you live in Harlow, i live in Ware/Hertford =]

daniel.judge146 - Jan 19, 2007 - 11:42 AM
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Cool won't be a problem getting them to you then!

Have you already been to MK or have you booked your lessons yet?

How do you put a picture on your posts ie your avatar. I've looked but can't find out anywhere.

Sidget_Ex - Jan 19, 2007 - 11:49 AM
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Done board in a day back in november, seems ages ago, im up at MK for about 3 hours tomorrow from about half 10 =]

Sidget_Ex - Jan 19, 2007 - 11:50 AM
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Go onto scuk and website its a sticky at the top =]

R1Pilot - Jan 19, 2007 - 12:08 PM
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you've won a watch there sidget, and good to see some good community spirit Very Happy

nice one daniel

Sidget_Ex - Jan 19, 2007 - 12:14 PM
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I have plans to go on the 08 bash also =]

daniel.judge146 - Jan 19, 2007 - 12:25 PM
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No problem, I always find bribery the best way to influence people Laughing

What does you've won a watch mean?

Sidget_Ex - Jan 19, 2007 - 12:25 PM
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I got a lesson now so i'll speak to you guys at about half 4 =] cheers

If you have skype, add me,

Insane-Russel

R1Pilot - Jan 19, 2007 - 02:33 PM
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won a watch = struck it lucky !!

thechief - Jan 19, 2007 - 11:43 PM
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Sidget_Ex wrote:

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Ahead i think your confused.

Im not lookinh at getting some new kinf of super customs.

Im just interested in getting customs.

Try the guy I got my Analog pants from on ebay, I'm sure he was selling some customs last time I checked. His ebay id is smartsnowman or something similar, great deal and no import tax.

daniel.judge146 - Jan 21, 2007 - 05:20 PM
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Hey Guys, looks like I spoke to soon about being able to hook sidget up, the American guy tried to shaft me on the postage after agreeing how much it would cost, so I'm not buying his stuff anymore.

Oh well guess that'll teach me for trying to be nice lol