Burton Custom X Camber 2023 Review vs. Territory Manager & Custom
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Burton Custom X Camber Snowboard Video Review Fast Forward Markers.
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0:00 - Intro
0:52- How It Was Tested
1:13- Summary
1:58- Sizing
2:46- Shape/Camber/On Snow Feel
3:51- Edge Hold
4:17 - Flex Personality
6:13 - Uneven Terrain
6:46 - Speed/Base Glide
7:33 - Turning/Carving
9:10 - Powder
11:07 - Switch/Park
11:48 - Conclusion
12:10 - About Our Reviews
12:42 - Need Advice? Please Read - Sport
I’ve been riding for over 20 years, the Custom X is the best board out there period, If you are experienced and like speed and power. It can blast massive side hits, high speed rollers, 60
Ft tables, and airs out of any pipe; not to mention it carves like a scalpel that was just taken out of the package. I haven’t found anything thing that comes even close for over a decade. That said, that’s the beauty of snowboarding, we can all enjoy it from our own perspectives, but we are all part of the same community! I will gladly ride with anyone no matter their skill level or personal style. When I started you had to physically fight skiers just to get down the mountain lol, we’ve come a long way since then thank god.
Thanks for your engagement and open mind. I remember those days too. Well said.
27 years riding and have always owned Burton gear, treated myself to new gear last year and went custom x 166W with x est bindings and driver x boots. Never had more fun on a board, hit a personal best speed on my gps too, 61.2mph. It really is an incredible board.
Thanks for your take and glad you like it.
I'm looking to upgrade from a Jones Aviator 162, mainly because I find myself booting out when I'm carving. I'm 200 lbs, and I'm wondering if 162W with a Custom X is the way to go (or if I should just grab the 166W?). My question for you, are you still experiencing boot-out on 166W, or do you not even need to worry about it?
@@lukejuras8024 I went from a 162W Burton baron and never experienced any toe drag on that either, definitely not on the 166W. I also ride a pretty ducked stance at around 15/-15. Custom x is a great board though, very fast and very stable.
I have the 2021. Best board I’ve ever ridden.
Glad you enjoyed it.
Added the Custom to my Showstopper to get a nice quiver! I too used to ride the CustomX and T6, but with age and a 2011 Malolo I now really enjoy the less stiff directional rides
Showstopper and Custom? Good 2 board quiver.
I’ve ridden the 2021 model. It’s a solid and recommendable ride. It gripped very well on icy parts but my friend has had it for some time already and he maintains the edges so I cannot comment on the factory tune. The pop/spring from the carve is very good but you should try Nitro Suprateam, Salomon Ultimate Ride or K2 Alchemist.
Thanks for your take!
I ride the Solomon Ultimate ride right now. How do you think it compares to the custom X? Debating buying the custom X next season.
thx a lot for the reviews mate! I've been waiting so long for the custom X review, just wondering if it's worth the money compared to the regular custom. Again thank you!
Thanks for the good words. It's a tough call. It really depends on your riding style, ability level, specs and what you have in your quiver already. It's not ideal for heavier riders. Hit me up here if you want legit advice. thegoodride.com/snowboard-binding-and-boot-advice/
As an experienced rider who loves speed and aggressive carving, this sounds like the perfect board for me, but can't decide if the price premium over the regular Custom is worth it. I want maximum stability for high speed carving but a board that feels extra light and springy sounds really appealing. I'm also considering the Capita Merc and Mega Merc.
Tough call. I think it depends on your weight, boot size, height, ability level, conditions you ride and what calls to you more. The CX carves/turns way better and pops harder but the Merc and Mega Merc are no slouches when it comes to pop either. They are also much more forgiving and float easier in powder.
Nice review. Hope to see a review on the K2 Excavator soon!
Its coming soon.
Thanks for the detailed info! Can tell you know how to think about these boards as you ride them.
I'm 6'2" and 160ish lbs with size 11.5 boots. I love to rip all-mtn but I also take lots of switch laps and enjoy the park and side hits. I break in my boards really quickly so I'm not concerned about anything being too stiff, and I'm happy to let the board punish me for any bad habits (I want to be able to ride switch at full speed - groomer carving, not just park lol - by end of next season). I'd consider myself on the hobbyist side of "expert," (idk if my vids do it justice - no self promo intended) and I have both a dedicated powder board for the deep days (2023 Nitro Quiver Slash 162 camber) as well as a NeverSummer board with overall rocker (2021 Shaper Twin) for full-time jibbing/fast trees/chundery snow, with Cartel Re:Flex bindings. I'm at the point where neither of those boards can handle riding groomers at the speeds I want.
I think you've sold me on the Custom X... I'm just not sure if I want the 158 or 158Wide, and whether to go with Step On or EST bindings (I'm leaning towards Re:Flex Step Ons with stiff boots).
So based on the info given I would for sure go 158 wide. With 11.5 boots you will boot out on most turns with a 158 non wide. I would not do EST bindings as you have no interchangeability. With 3 boards its good to have bindings that work on all three instead of only one. I would go Step On or just plain Re:Flex if you go Burton with the Custom X. Or hit me up here if you want to get into more detail and get much more in depth advice. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Love the vid! I’ve watch your 22 union str. They’ve change the high back on the 23 model. What’s your first impression? Will it be worth it or just go with the flite?
Thanks! For a low price point binder I would still go Flite but the STR isnt bad. If one binding calls to you more than the other go for it. Or try to find a used or older model Force. That would be best.
@@thegoodridesnow followed your advice bought a flite pro. Thanks man.
My custom x was more comparable to my vapor than any customs I’ve ever ridden. Custom X will make you better if your good and worse if you’re average. The X could handle any turn or hit at any speed I could throw at it.
Thanks for your take.
I'm riding for about 30 years, I love powder but in my region I mostly have to stick to the sides of the groomers to get some play. I also like getting some speed there and do some fast carving on the groomers aswell. I swiched to step-ons with photons this year, but with my weight an board I seem to lack grip. 190 pounds, size 5'11, boots 12. The board is a nitro team exposure wide 159 from 2019, which I seem to have grown out of (weightwise). Im looking for more stabilty, also it seems that since I swiched to stepons, that my fronstide is harder to switch to. Looking forward to any recommendations!
Yes this could work. So could the YES Standard Uninc 159 or 162 or Cardiff Crane 162 if you want some pretty solid grip. If you want to go Burton the CX Camber 162w or Flight Attendant 162w. If you want more in depth advice you can hit me up here so I can learn more about you to help you better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
I'm still riding a 2008 Custom X. It still drives and charges the hill without issue, I absolutely love it! A broken toe strap on my Salomon SPX90 bindings gave me the excuse to spoil myself with a new set of Salomon Quantum Carbons, we'll see how that pairing works for this season, I'm expecting good things. But...I was considering picking up a new Custom X (156 or 158, I'm 5'9' 165lbs, size 9 Salomon F4.0 boots) and moving the Quantums over to it. You commented that the new Custom X isn't as stiff as the older boards, and that was a smidge concerning to me. Do you think I'll be disappointed moving from the 2008 to the current model? I was looking forward to the idea of a new board maybe this or next season.
Right on. I think with your specs you might be fine. You are almost the same height and same boots but 20lbs lighter so that will make it less chattery for you. What size was your old custom X?
@@jamesbiesty260 thanks for the insight. My 2008 Custom X is a 158.
Sorry I accidentally replied from another account instead of The Good Ride. I would go 158 again then and drop the 156 from consideration if you want something similar to what you have now. Cheers!
@@thegoodridesnow ok thanks!
@@thegoodridesnow Hey James, a 2021/2022 Burton Custom X 158W (brand new in plastic) popped up on the local buy/sell for a good price. Given my profile (weight/height/boot size), do you think it be worth considering? Any concerns with going to the wider model vs the regular? Pros I see maybe better float in powder conditions? Cons extra weight, loss on edge to edge transfer nimbleness, too wide for a medium binding and size 9 boot? Cheers!
5,7 179 lbs riding a 145 currently . Flexibly board has been getting the job done but I need to something stiffer for higher speeds and deeper carves. Today I went 40mph and the board was chattering like crazy
You might want to look at the Flight Attendant or Hometown Hero if you want to go Burton. They feel stiffer/more damp on snow. Hit me up here if you want in depth advice and recommendations. thegoodride.com/snowboard-binding-and-boot-advice/
Just got a 2020 custom X. I saw that you rode yours with step on bindings, how did you like it? I have step ons that I’m thinking about throwing on there.
It isn't without it's flaws but it worked pretty well and has a very responsive unique feel. Check our Step On and Genesis Step On reviews to get more detail.
I tried one out last year and couldn’t wait to get off of it, my berserker and nitro suprateam are far better and cheaper.
Thanks for sharing. It isn't for everyone.
@@thegoodridesnow your review was spot on with how I felt on it especially with uneven terrain but in the right conditions it was great.
Thanks Jeff!
Have the 2015 CX in a 160 and absolutely love it. Wanted to replace with the newer model but would the 158 not ride the same? 5-10 size 9 boot and 175lbs. Alternative is the nitro pantera 160. Thanks!
If memory serves me correct the new CX is a little lighter and poppier than the one you have but the 158 is the call if you want similar control to the older 160 you have. The 162 is a lot stiffer/thicker because it's made for much heavier riders. It can work too if you want more speed and dampness but it will be harder to control. It all comes down to personal preference. Hit me up here if you want to get into it deeper shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Looking at new boards. My Ride timeless is pushing 20 years old. My experience with Burtons are they flex to much. I am 6' and 265lbs. You try many other brands? Thanks for you videos. I have enjoyed the few I have watched.
Thanks. Oh that was a good board for the time. Rode it. What is your boot size? I'm getting close to 1,000 boards from many brands. This has been my full time job for over 12 years. If you want real advice hit me up here so I can help you properly. thegoodride.com/snowboard-binding-and-boot-advice/
Hello,
Great channel you animate!! I'm from France and not so fluent, so hard to understand all desciptions & benchmarks...
First, I'm 1,70m and 62kg
My board is a Burton Custom X 156cm from 2014 combined with Genesis step on binding and Photon boots size 10.
In terms of use, no parks, just freeride, "groomed trails" and carving. to sum up, the kind of use you have in this video
I have some questions...
Winter is coming and I'm thinking about changing my board, but are significant improvements applied to the boards years after years or just a visual design change?
If I decide to replace my actual Custom X with the last one, the feeling will be so new, amazing or just so so?
Does the boards degrade over time? loss of stiffness, reactivity?
If you have to compare Custom X with Nitro Suprateam... what will be your feeling?
With my previous bindngs I was using the "channel".. now with step on bindings, I'm not link to ICS burton's boards (even if its a great
brands and products!)
Are boards quite similar? One more stiffer/reactive than the other.
Thanks for your feedback 🙂
Haven't tried the Suprateam so very difficult to compare. Hit me up here if you want real advice. I need to know a lot more about you to help you properly. thegoodride.com/snowboard-binding-and-boot-advice/
Hey James, you said the TM is between the Hometown Hero and the Custom. I thought the Flight Attendant is between the Hometown Hero and the Custom. In your opinion where the FA stands in Burtons line up? Is it comparable with the new TM? From the spec’s perspective they have some similarities.
Thank you very much!
Yes the TM is very much in between the HTH and Custom for sure. The Flight Attendant is in some ways as well but the TM is more so. If you compare the FA to the TM the FA has more set back on board, more taper and most will ride it a little longer. Its better in pow and for directional riding. The TM has less taper, a more centered ride and feels more like an all mountain board. I'm in between sizes with the TM but if they had a 156 or 157 it would be perfect. The FA I ride at a 159 and that is a perfect fit. The HTH is perfect for me at a 156 and that rides like a shorter Flight Attendant with a little more set back on board. For reference I'm 9US, 185lbs, 5'10". Cheers!
Great explanation! For my specs with 160 lbs the 156 FA is great. The HTH in 156 is to big. But on the other 152 for powder/Freeride is strange. ^^
So I keep my good old FA and hope Burton will keep it in their line. It is also strange in my opinion that they drop so many Family Tree boards and some off then are just all mountain and even not freeride. But the FA originally was Nicos baby and it was a true freeride Family Tree board.
Hi I recently got a 06-07 custom X ,wonder what’s have changed, is it a totally different board ? And is it any good ?
Oh man that is an old board. It's a little different from the more recent models. It was an excellent board for it's time but it was a little more damp and directional than the current model.
Ohh thank a lot,I can’t find any info abt the board online becuz how old it is, but glad to hear that
Ive been snowboarding for 14 years and always ridden neversummer boards. I have the gunslinger and proto slinger, was thinking about maybe buying something a little more stiff, but still playful. Was considering the custom x flying v im 6'2, 190lbs and wear a 10 1/2... was thinking 158 always went with a 158, but anyone have any thoughts? I do ride more aggressive for the most part, however i do still like to utilize the whole mountain, trees, jibbing etc..
So I would consider the NS Proto Synthesis too as that is the next step from the Peace Maker and Proto Slinger. You will be getting less camber, less edge hold, and in some ways less dampness. NS makes a damp board even with it's softer rides like you have/had and Burton (especially with the CXFV) goes for lighter and poppier even with their medium to medium/stiff rides. The CXFV will pop easier/a little better and feel lighter. It also will float better in powder. So your call here as there are compromises and advantages for both.
What bindings would you recommend for the custom x?
There are many that work well. Burton Cartel X Re:Flex, Union Atlas, Rome Katana are some. Just don't go Burton EST unless you plan to only ride Burton/Channel System boards. I can't even count how many people email me who want to buy another board outside of the Channel System and now have to buy a different binding as well.
Hey, I'm trying to find a board that I won't boot out with. I'm currently riding a 2020 Jones Aviator 162 with size 10 Burton Ions at +15/-12. I'm 200 lbs and 5'10", and I always charge hard whenever I'm riding, high speed groomer carving or steep soft mogul runs. I am looking at the BCX 162W, or 166W, but I wonder if a 9mm increase in waist width is worth the $850 - will it prevent booting out on carves? Or should I go with a Donek board? Thanks for the advice and the video.
Millimeters matter in snowboarding and it's not just about waist width but what the width is over the bindings. Brands should show the width over reference because it's all dependent on the nose/tail width, waist width, sidecut radius and other factors as well. Going to an Aviator 159w would really help and so would a BCX 159w or 162w. There are actually tons of options out there that are wider and never boot out for a 10 out but still are much easier to control. Hit me up if you want to get into more detail and get more recommendations. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Is there a much difference from the past custom x? I have the 2019 and im thinking on getting the new one.. Is it worth it?
I think it's pretty close so if your 19 is still good just keep it and ride it till its spent.
@@thegoodridesnow thanks brother 💯
Hi nice rewiew! May can I ask you to explain me better the argument about sizing at min 2:00? Maybe because I'm not english, so I miss something; but I don't understand if you feel 158 is your size.
I'm asking because I'm exactly your weight and height and I'm thinking to get a Custom X 158 as well.
Thanks!
The 158 is great for my boot size and height but it felt too light and chattery for my 185lbs/85kg. You might like it if you like light and exceptionally poppy boards but I personally prefer damper rides. It's all personal preference though.
@@thegoodridesnow Ok, now I've got it. Thanks so much for the answer!
I'm riding Kilroy true twin camber 152 but it washes out on steeper terrain with lighter snow. I'm an intermediate rider who wants to progress in the park but also enjoys challenging blacks and double blacks. What's the exact true twin equivalent of Custom X? Free thinker or Blossom and what size should I consider? Thanks
None really. I would probably try the Free Thinker would be closer but its a very different board. Are you only doing Burton because you own EST bindings?
@@thegoodridesnow yes, I got cartel X est
Bummer. That really limits your choices. If you want to buy new bindings hit me up here and we can go over a lot more options that will work for you. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
I am riding a 2021 ripsaw and I like it but I find the board feeling very heavy. I am 5'7 150 pounds and thinking of getting the custom X, should I get a 154 or a 156? And is there anyway to convert my old burton bindings to a channel or I need to buy the channel bindings?
what size boot do you have?
@@thegoodridesnow 8
154
How do I know if this board is too much for me? I’m an intermediate rider who wants to take his riding to the next level.
I’m 6’ 5” 225 lbs. I currently ride a 169W Lib Tech Skunk Ape and love it but something smaller like a 162W is intriguing. I ride in Vermont, so conditions are usually icy.
What size boot are you?
So I would imagine you wouldn't recommend this for a beginner? I was looking at this one, but if you had to recommend a high end board for a beginner, with plenty of room for them to grow into, what would you recommend? (theoretically unlimited budget, and looking at burton options)
No. Not at all. There are many good recommendations but I need to know a lot more about you first before I can help. Otherwise it's just a stab in the dark. Hit me up here if you want to do this correctly. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
would you still recommend it if i'm size 11.5 and 180 pounds ish?
Not sure of your height so can't say what size for sure but I think the 162w or larger would be a good fit if it matches up with your riding style and ability level.
@@thegoodridesnow Thank you for the reply, and I’m around 6,0-6,1 feet
I really want to purchase this boards sound perfect I like to go fast been boarding around 6 years. But I’m 231lbs would you not recommend it?
Hard to know if it works for you if you only give me your weight. I need boot size, height and what make/model/size you ride now at the bare minimum. If you want to do this right hit me up here. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Anyone know if a size 11 boot - 165 lb would be too big for a 156 Burton custom X?
Yes that is too narrow for a 156. 158w would be way better for your boot size and weight. What is your height?
I've always thought of the X as very stiff; what boards out there would you consider to be more stiff?
You can see in the vid this flexes pretty easy and is more on the medium to med/stiff side so there are a ton of boards out there that are more stiff. If you use the filter options on thegoodride.com you can see all the boards that are stiffer.
Hi, I'm a beginner-intermediate rider. I would like to buy this snowboard, I just don't know what kind of binding. I have boots DC Control EU 44.5. Any advice please?
Don't buy a Custom X if you are a beginner/intermediate. Its a recipe for a bad season. Hit me up here and I'll give you proper advice on what to buy that much better suits your ability level. thegoodride.com/snowboard-binding-and-boot-advice/
I already bought this snowboard week ago, i ve been snowboarding 3 years do you think it will be very big problem?
Im looking for Cartel X EST or Union Atlad what do you think
Its far from ideal. What did you ride before?
Don't go EST. You want to go Burton Cartel X Re:Flex in case you want to use them on another board. I can't tell you how many people I've helped who need to get new bindings as well as a board because they bought EST. So few boards in the industry have a Channel System/EST compatible board. Atlas are a great choice too. They are more adjustable, more responsive and more damp than the Cartel X Re:Flex. However, they aren't as cush or shock absorbent and don't have that smooth response that the Cartel X's have. So it all comes down to personal preference.
Is this the best burton for hard/icey conditions?
It is traditional camber board, it will be better than flying v rocker or hybrid camber boards. It also has frostbite edges, but if you ever ridden Lib Tech magna traction boards do not expect same amount of grip.
No it is not ideal for average riders. There are many boards even without disrupted sidecuts that hold better. Check the timecode in the video marked Edge Hold. Where do you ride and what is your ability level?
Make sure on any brand new Burton board to sharpen your edges straight from factory. They're not tuned and are extremely dull if you end up getting one. Anything full camber will work very well on ice if it's tuned properly.
Magne-trac works well, but sometimes to me having it mixed with a hybrid profile board makes it feel slightly off balance on edge. Almost squirmy if you will. A lot of factors trying to work in unison all at once while on ice or really firm snow. I would take a full camber with mellow mag, grip tech, death grip, 2x Trac bumps, frostbite edges ect tuned correctly over Magne-trac any day.
@@thegoodridesnow okey good to now. Im an experience rider and have been on the Burtons flight attendant for 3 years now. Im totally in love with that snowboard but in sweden/norway it can be really really icey for a whole week... so im on the Hunt for a burton bord that is good in really icey and hard slopes
I think its the taper thats my main problem with the flight attendant on really icey slopes
Fellow expert here: I’ve been riding for over a decade and it’s time to get a whole new set up. I’ve been looking into buying this board, a YES, or RIDE twin pig? I ride all day on the mountain, hit a lot of natural jumps, will hit and a few jumps in the park from time to time, butter ~10 times a ride, do 360s and hit black diamonds a few times each time I ride. I like pop, and will go fast on the mountain as well. I’m open to suggestions too
What kind of board, boots & bindings should I be looking for? I also need boots that don’t hurt my feet anymore, my feet are always so fucked after a full day.
I’m 6’0, 187lb and a size 10.5 boot
Can someone help?
I sure can Jake but lets take it over here so we can un-fuck your feet and get the right board for you. I like to know all the answers to the questions in this Me-Harmony Profile link. Otherwise, steps are skipped and bad advice is given. The more detail the better. thegoodride.com/snowboard-binding-and-boot-advice/
cheers!
@@thegoodridesnow i submitted a request for review but didn’t get anything back
I put alot of time into responding and I get alot of these so it often takes a little while. I will do my best to get to you as soon as I can!
Hi, i want to buy a new board. I have a 20year old Burton dominant 156. I m 1m82 and +-80kg. Boot size 44,5. I m looking for the Burton custom camber 158wide. I mostly ride the slope in france. Do you think this is a good choice for me?
Hard to say based on the limited info I was given. I would say if you want old school camber again, want lots of pop but don't care about good float in powder this could work. If you want some other options hit me here to give me the info I need to help you much better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Hi. My height is 182 cm, the size of Salomon shoes is 43.5, weight is 85 kg. I ride downhill mostly, also carving. Which Custom X will suit me better 158 W or 162 W? Thanks
Tough call. The 158w will feel a bit chattery at your weight. I'm the same weight and the 158 (same recommended weight) felt a little too chattery. The problem is the recommended weight range and construction (much thicker/stiffer) goes way up in 162w so now you might feel too light. If you want an easy board to control go 158w. If you want something that will charge a lot harder but will it will be more difficult to turn it could work. Hit me up here if you want to get into it more as I might have other options. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Thanks a lot for the quick and competent response 🤝 I ordered 162 W, I will try it soon in LAAX and hit you up how it went
How does the custom X compare to free thinker? Since both are pretty stiff and poppy board?
Very different boards. Free Thinker is much better in powder with the early rise before the nose and taper. It's also a more directional/set back ride with taper. The Custom X is full camber and pops a little harder/higher but is pretty bad in powder and much more technical.
@@thegoodridesnow wait! Correct me if I’m wrong I thought Deep thinker is the one you mentioned as directional taper board and free thinker is the true twin.
Sorry I mesread. Yeah free thinker is a true twin/better for riding switch and it's more damp with less pop but still very good pop. The Custom X is more a twinish to directional ride that has more set back on sidecut and board. It has a good bit more pop but is less damp/chatter absorbent in uneven snow.
@@thegoodridesnow thank you!! No need to be sorry!!
Very curious about the Territory manager. Been riding a regular camber custom for years. Hometown hero last season. Wondering if the territory manager would be a go this year, or I’m just wasting money buying a board of the two combined….?🤔
If it fits your specs and you want to compromise a little from each board to have a one board quiver then it could work. You have a pretty good 2 board quiver with a Custom and HTH so not sure if it is worth it. If you want to add a 3rd board to the quiver get something else like an asym twin or a more directional powder friendly board instead. One of those would better round out your quiver.
Riding for 22 years. expert/super advantaged rocky mountain rider in utah. weight 150lbs, 5 ft 5. ride aggressive on groomers, trees, steeps, and love powder. what size you recommend for burton custom x? 150 or 154?
boot size?
Ok, it works better with lighter riders. But can't you go 162? Just can't get it. Sure smaller boards will not work for such fat dude like me (90kg +), but if I go bigger I guess it should be fine. Or am I mistaken?
Its a choice between what better fits your boot size vs. your weight. What is your boot size and height? Need all 3 to suggest. What make, model and size board do you ride now?
Hi @@thegoodridesnow ! My boot size is 9 - 9.5, Height - 5'10'" (178cm), Weight - 200 lbs (92kg). I'm riding StepOn Ruler on Burton Flight Attendant 162. I will switch the next season to StepOn Photon or Ion most likely. And my Flight Attendant is from 2017 and I guess it was his upper weight limit for the size at that time. So he bands a lot while I try to carve. So, I'm looking for something stiffer.
162 can work well for your if you are fine with a 162 Flight Attendant. I'm 5'10", 185lbs and a size 9 boot. Just recently rode the 162 Flight Attendant and it was just too big for me. I'm massively happier with the 159 but we all have different preferences so give it a go then. Not sure if you will get more stiffness but you will get more camber though. If you want something for sure stiffer go with the Burton First Cut or see if you can find a Burton Leaderboard if you want something really stiff and aggressive.
@@thegoodridesnow thanks for advices. It all makes sense. FA 162 has started to work for me when I let it go with a speed it wants. His maneuverability on slow spots is questionable for me indeed.
I’ll definitely check the First Cut. It seems like this is exactly what I want. Thanks for suggestion!!!