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Post subject: VERY stupid question... which end is the nose??
 Posted: Jan 25, 2012 - 07:42 PM
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Yes, as I've noted in the title, this is a stupid question, but how do I tell which is the nose of my board? 
Bought my first board and bindings, and setting it up before I go away, but want to make sure it's the right way up... whenever I've rented before it's been done for me, so I have no idea...
Looking at the picture on the board, I know which way I think it should go, but not 100%... any tips?? It's the Salomon Oh Yeah, I *think* the red lens and 'Oh Yeah' tag is the nose... (if you see a pic you'll know what I mean!) but thought I should check
(although it'll mean I can't blame my bad riding/jumps on the set up...) haha
Thank you all muchly in advance... 
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Post subject: RE: VERY stupid question... which end is the nose??
Posted: Jan 25, 2012 - 07:49 PM
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| Yep i'd say red lense at the front. |
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Posted: Jan 25, 2012 - 08:00 PM
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Posted: Jan 25, 2012 - 08:55 PM
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The tail is fluffier.
The bindings go on the top where the holes are.
Your boots go on your feet.
Only pulling your wibbles 
I sprayed a board gold once for a "theme" night and ended up riding it tail first at Tamworth for 2 hours womdering why I couldn't snowboard any more. |
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Posted: Jan 25, 2012 - 08:57 PM
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| I ride mine Blue with my front foot, as its a true twin it shouldn't really make a difference. Though I may change it now I know this ^ |
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Posted: Jan 25, 2012 - 09:09 PM
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| Thanks guys, all set to set it up now |
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Posted: Jan 25, 2012 - 09:17 PM
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Posted: Jan 25, 2012 - 09:58 PM
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siany wrote:
I ride mine Blue with my front foot, as its a true twin it shouldn't really make a difference. Though I may change it now I know this ^
If the internal construction is symmetrical it shouldn't, but if they're only refering to true twin shape, you might find that the flex pattern isn't the same between the nose and the tail/longitudinal flex. |
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Posted: Jan 25, 2012 - 10:16 PM
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Posted: Jan 25, 2012 - 10:36 PM
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ChasKi wrote:
siany wrote:
I ride mine Blue with my front foot, as its a true twin it shouldn't really make a difference. Though I may change it now I know this ^
If the internal construction is symmetrical it shouldn't, but if they're only refering to true twin shape, you might find that the flex pattern isn't the same between the nose and the tail/longitudinal flex.
Youre contradicting yourself, the words true twin mean its exactly the same both ways inside and out. Twin means same shape different flex for nose and tail, true twin means exactly the same for both.
Its not possible to have a true twin thats only twin in shape and not flex, if it that was the case it wouldnt be a true twin.....it wold just be a twin |
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Posted: Jan 26, 2012 - 12:42 AM
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If there is writing on the board e.g. the lable thing you dont read it upside down.
The tag is at the nose end. |
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Posted: Jan 26, 2012 - 09:05 AM
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nickmotture wrote:
ChasKi wrote:
siany wrote:
I ride mine Blue with my front foot, as its a true twin it shouldn't really make a difference. Though I may change it now I know this ^
If the internal construction is symmetrical it shouldn't, but if they're only refering to true twin shape, you might find that the flex pattern isn't the same between the nose and the tail/longitudinal flex.
Youre contradicting yourself, the words true twin mean its exactly the same both ways inside and out. Twin means same shape different flex for nose and tail, true twin means exactly the same for both.
Its not possible to have a true twin thats only twin in shape and not flex, if it that was the case it wouldnt be a true twin.....it wold just be a twin
Not true apparently! I was answering a post about someone's Yes Basic. Looking at Yes's spiel on that board it says that its a true twin with slightly directional flex. Yes I know that sounds contradictory, but that's what it says!
I'd imagine it doesn't mean anything other than the marketing hype that Yes indulge in, but that's what it says!
Having looked at the piccy's, I think the tag will be at the front! |
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Posted: Jan 26, 2012 - 07:16 PM
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ace_mcgraw wrote:
nickmotture wrote:
ChasKi wrote:
siany wrote:
I ride mine Blue with my front foot, as its a true twin it shouldn't really make a difference. Though I may change it now I know this ^
If the internal construction is symmetrical it shouldn't, but if they're only refering to true twin shape, you might find that the flex pattern isn't the same between the nose and the tail/longitudinal flex.
Youre contradicting yourself, the words true twin mean its exactly the same both ways inside and out. Twin means same shape different flex for nose and tail, true twin means exactly the same for both.
Its not possible to have a true twin thats only twin in shape and not flex, if it that was the case it wouldnt be a true twin.....it wold just be a twin
Not true apparently!
^ What this guy said, though it is a bit counter intuative/stupid, I totally agree with you! |
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Posted: Jan 27, 2012 - 01:14 PM
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| Thanks for the help everyone - now it's all set up and ready to roll! Lets hope I can ride it now, if not maybe I'll just try it the other way anyway |
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Posted: Jan 27, 2012 - 02:28 PM
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Twin
For the park and rail specialists. Twin boards ride identically regular and switch. For consistent pop and landing, which ever way you’re travelling vote twin.
Directional Twin
A twin shape with a directional flex and a slightly set-back stance. Directional twins are the domain of the backcountry kicker riders. Designed to be ridden both switch and regular, these boards have slightly softer noses for when you’re attacking choppy run-ins and stiff tails for monster pop and powder landings.
Directional
Directional shapes account for the biggest share of boards on the market. They usually have a set-back stance (longer nose than tail) and a directional flex. Directional boards are designed to be ridden in one direction for the majority of the time, but still ride fine switch. If you want to ride powder in the morning and park in the afternoon with one board, get a directional deck.
Taper/Swallow tail
Tapered boards have a wider nose than tail. Creating more surface area at the nose than the tail causes the nose to rise and the tail to sink in deep snow. If you’re going to be riding super deep trees at relatively low speeds go for a more pronounced taper shape. Some manufacturers refer to a taper as a pin tail. Tapered shapes are only suitable for freeriding in deep snow or cruising fresh piste.. don’t even think about riding them switch!
I prefer ro ride a Directional Twin All Mountin board! |
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