I bought a new 158 W Mega Mercury and Union Falcor Bindings, in October. 160 lbs 5'9", 40 years old over 30 years of experience. I was overly excited about getting out to ride it. Fast directional carving is what I spend most of my time doing. I live in Northern MN, our snow conditions are mostly hard pack groomers. Sadly, I've never rode a more difficult combination in my life. The Mega Merc is a disaster on hard pack or ice. It does not ride flat or transition from flat to mild turns with confidence. You gotta go full tilt to full tilt wide open to get anything out of this board. I've switched binding positions, boots, bindings, edge tunes etc. I have many full camber boards larger than this and rip on them with ease. I've been able to ride this thing in fresh snow, softer groomers, and some powder. It's good in these conditions. Super stable, can knife edge carves, with a ton, absolute ton of power in the nose and tail, Super light for sure. This thing is made for fast powder backcountry big air. That's it. It is not an all around resort board or easy ride. It's like driving a Formula 1 car with a family of crying children in your lap. It's a 1 track machine. Great at what it dose, but not at all a daily rig. Very edgy, wants to flatten out in transitions or at low speeds, terrible on ice and hard pack, requires 110% effort and concentration to ride. Not relaxing at all. I've had a half a dozen friends ride it and the consensus is basically the same. It's for sale if anyone wants to buy it!!!! IMHO. I have other Capitas (Ultra Fear, BSOD) and they are great. This is just my experience with the Mega MerC I truly believe the regular Mercury and or the regular width would be a better option. There is zero torsional flex in this thing, like none. Makes turn initiation comparable to closing the hood of a car. Either just slam it all the way or you're left in no mans land........
I just spent 4 days on east coast tracked out heavy pow, bulletproof ice, and warm soft snow riding a regular Mercury... Everything you said is accurate for the Merc too. Rips when you are trying, but terrible flat base, cruising or in anything less than hero snow.
Why would you say the Mega Merc is an F1 car with family while you say the BSOD is a better board? Might elaborate? I assumed, the BSOD is an even more aggressive boarf
I’ve had two seasons on the 57, 84kg 10.5 boot union atlas medium. For me this is pretty quick edge to edge and isn’t too bad at slower speeds over bumps etc. has great drive on the carve from centre of the board. I get a a great turning experience from this board. Overall i felt this was worth the hype. I hadn’t rode a regular Mercury before though. I compared it to my asymulator 2022 56 which I loved too. Similar but not but rode similar. 😅
Super in depth analysis, way bettter than just reading specs. Thank you! I’m torn between the mercury and the mega merc. Been snowboarding for ~15 yrs, love powder, trees/freeride, and to point it and go as fast as possible. I don’t really hit the park as much anymore, down for some tables or side hits but not a lot of rails these days. It sounds like the mega might be a little faster on flat/cat tracks, do you think it’s worth the additional $200 or would the regular mercury be adequate? Thanks so much for the informative vid!
Many thanks! Its a really tough call. Since the Mega Merc doesn't seem to be more chattery I think it comes down to if you want more pop and a little more of a dynamic all around ride. Like you said, that does cost $200 more. If you want in depth detailed advice hit me up here. thegoodride.com/snowboard-binding-and-boot-advice/
Hey 👋🏼 Thanks for a great review. You really helped me a lot to make the right choice. Would really appreciate if you help me with sizing. I’m 182lbs, 5’9 and US9,5-10. Another question. Will this board match with Nidecker bindings and Boots (Rifs)? Thanks a lot in advance
Thanks! Just wasn’t sure about whether foot size fits the waist width of 57. Yep the Nidecker Supermatik and Rift boots. Just wanna make my life on the hills a bit easier 😄
Mega Merc doesn't initiate a turn fast and the Supermatic/Rift combo isn't super fast turning but its responsive enough with size 10 boots. 9.5 will be ok too.
If you want to make sure you get it right before you buy hit me here to give me the info I need to give you real advice and make sure this is the right board for you. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Neither. Both are too light, poppy and chattery for me. I know nothing about you so hard to say which would work or if you should get something else like me. If you want real help, hit me here to give me the info I need to help you much better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Just picked up the new mega merc 160w. Been riding a DOA for 7 years. Wondering if it’s going to be any type of forgiving when riding switch on groomers and butters.
It is somewhat stiff but the camber profile is pretty forgiving. I'd rather be on a stiffer board with forgiving camber than a softer board with unforgiving full camber. The flex will make it hard to do some things but the pronounced early rise after the camber will make it less likely to catch an edge.
Hi I got a mega merc 155 and ion step on boots. Would you recommend regular step on or x step on? I also have a endeavor pioneer and I don’t wanna buy two pairs
Hi I’m 165 lbs, 5’9 and size 9 boots. Is the 155 a good fit or should I get the 157? Is it a minor difference in terms of stability on high speed? I’m worried about the quickness I might loose on a bigger board. I’m an experienced rider(20+ years). Really nice review by the way!! Thanks!
I’m 170 5’7 with the 155. This thing rips resort no problem and is very stable. Only go 157 if you plan on sending it big like you’re Kevin Backstrom otherwise 155 is fine.
Picked up a 158w recently hope I don’t have to many issues with it. What bindings would you consider for someone who is looking for more of a surfy feel without sacrificing response? Thanks!
So surfy doesn't come to mind with the Mega Merc. Not knowing your specs, riding style or anything about you makes it hard for me to give you my take on if this will be right for you. Hit me up here if you want to get into it. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Bought a 159 merc after Capita employees recommended that size for me on the site. I'm 183cm ~78kg with US9.5/EU42.5 boot size. Still got it in the wrapper. Should I return it and go for a 157? Thanks in advance
I would say yes to exchanging it for a 157 but it depends on these factors: 1. What make model and size board do you have now? 2. What boots and bindings do you have? 3. Also how do you like the old set up? 4. What is your ability level and how do you like to ride?
No. You can do a lot better in hard snow and it's not something I recommend for east coast riders. It's also not that great in pow if you like to set it back to get directional float. It's ok if you ride pow centered and like to ride switch but most don't. Boards like the YES Standard Uninc, Basic Uninc, and a lot of boards from Gnu and Lib Tech do massively better in hard snow. You should go to thegoodride.com/snowboard-reviews/?mens=1 and use the filter "icy" in "Edge Hold" to see what boards would work well out east. Or, if you want to do this right, hit me here to give me the info I need to help you much better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
I just got the mercury size 157. I’m 5 9” about 195lbs. Do you think I will still maximize the board even if I’m a little heavier than what it says on the size guide? Thank you, nice video
Depending on your boots imprint it could have some toe and heel drag but you should be good. Itll feel a little more chattery than it would for a lighter rider.
Im stuck between super d.o.a , mega merc, or proto synthesis, i like going high speed, carving, butter and jumps sometimes going on tree's with fresh powder iwonder which one is the best choice its just that all 3 of them are so good which 1 would you recommend?
Based on the info you gave me I'm not sure which would be a better fit.If you want a short answer tough call. Super DOA isn't good in pow but great on jumps. Mega Merc has less pop than both boards (still has good pop though) but is much more forgiving and versatile. Especially if you set it back in pow. Proto Synthesis is less versatile than the mega merc (not much set back in pow) but is more versatile and more forgiving than the DOA. Pops and carves hard too. Not sure if any of these are a good fit though. Need to know more about you to properly help. If you want much better in depth advice hit me up here thegoodride.com/snowboard-binding-and-boot-advice/.
Thank you for all the awesome content. I currently own an outer space living 2022, newbie ish. I’m on blue trails now, done a black a few times. Looking for a new board and thinking of Merc of Mega. Any thoughts? Size board is 159W, boot size is 10.5, weigh 210., 5-11 Thank you!!
Thanks! You might like the 159 Merc if you want something with the same camber profile, more pop and a faster base. There is a little more set back on board so in pow you can get a little bit easier float. Yeah it could for sure work but if you want to be sure you are upgrading to the right board hit me up here. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Thanks for the review! I've been riding an arbor roundhouse cx 159 for years, I weigh 210lbs and it is super stable at speed but looking to get into the trees a bit more. If i go 155 will I have extra turning control but also maintain high speed stability?
No prob. No. It will be a good bit less damp. That being said if I only know your weight its hard to help. Can't even say the if Mercury is right for you with the info given. Hit me up here if you want to do this right. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Your reviews are best on the market. How would you compare it to Yes Basic Decade? Currently I have Decade and I love that board. It is perfect for my riding style and skills. It carves well, it is stable, good on speed but also very forgiving, not catchy. Unfortunately it is no longer in Yes line up:(. I am looking for similar board to Decade. I mostly ride groomers, carve, sometimes pow, no park, no flat tricks. How would you compare mega merc to decade? Any other boards similar to Decade? Many thanks
Many thanks! If you want the Basic Decade get the Basic Uninc. It's damper with a different construction but still the same shape and overall ride. Or go Standard Uninc but it runs a little wider and has more camber. Still has the set back inserts like the Decade for pow. The Mega or Mercury is pretty comparable to your Decade as well. It has a little less camber and more rocker. It also turns a little slower if you size it correctly. Could for sure work though. Very fun board. Especially if you like to ride more centered in pow.
I’m 6’2 210 size 11 boot. I can’t decide between this and the bsod or maybe an aviator 2.0. I like carving, side hits and riding switch with the odd lip trick (butter/spin etc). I’ve been riding over 30+ years but I’m not a pup anymore. Help!!!
The Aviator or the Capita Indoor Survival have more camber and were more fun to carve than the Mega Merc and Merc for us. That might be the better way to go.
Mega mercury with union strata or super doa with union ultra? Which one for that all mtn from powder to park, tree lines to side hits? Currently riding an older mercury with strata set up.
If you want much easier float in powder and a more forgiving ride Mega Merc. If you want a board that pops harder and gets bigger air but is more technical Super DOA.
Size suggestion for 200 lbs and 9.5 k2 boot? Looking at 159 vs 161. I sit more in the middle of the weight spectrum for 161 but didn’t know if the 159 would be best for my boot?
I think fitting the boot is most important as this board isn't a fast turner. I would say keep it at 159 and possibly consider the 157. What is your height?
Hey I really enjoyed this video, and I was just wondering if you could help me choose some bindings. I just purchased a mercury and I was wondering between the k2 formula, the union force, and the union strata which one would you go for?
Thank you! Yeah I would go with the Union Force or Atlas for the Mega Merc and drop the rest from the list. They both pair up really well with that board.
Hi! I am looking for advice regarding size of the Mega Mercury (155 or 157). I currently ride on a Amplid Paradigma (2010) 159. I mainly ride on groomers, carving and some jups/side hits. Sometimes powder but not often in park. I am 6" tall, weigh 170-175 LBS and have shoe size US 9. I am leaning towards the 155 due to my shoe size but do you think that I will have enough stability on higher speeds and length for carving as I come from a 159 board (flex 6, directional twin, camrocker and waist widt 250mm)? On the othe rside the 157 might be wide and feel to big. Thank you in advance for your advice! Kind regards, Sander
You know the Mercury is a slow board edge to edge in any acceptable size with size 9 boots. I rode the 153, 155 and 157. None of them turned quick for their size. My specs are Size 9 US, 185lbs, 5'10". If you want this board I'd just go 157 as it's going to float better in pow and it will be more stable. Especially if you have responsive bindings/boots. Or consider going with another board if you want quick turn initiation. Hit me up here if you want to get into it more so I can help better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
There are a 4 types of Magnetraction. These aren't the exact names but there is Full Mag, .5 Mag, .25 Mag and almost no visible Mag. So if you mean by a normal old school single radius to some mellower multi radius sidecut's, then yes Full Mag, .5 Mag and .25 mag is often but not always better. There are lots of other disrupted sidecuts out there these days that are comparable to all the Mag's as well. so it really has to be on a board vs. board basis to say with any certainty. Hope that helps.
Curious when the dedicated 2023 BSOD review is coming? These are both on my short list. I'm curious, also, about when you mean when you say the BSOD is unforgiving in a skidded turn? Does it tend to lock in and put you in an edge turn, or buck you off?
How is the flex vs the Yes Standard Uninc? I love the standard Uninc 156 except for how it is a little slower edge to edge (I wear a size 9 boot). Would the mega merc be a little quicker edge to edge in the 157?
It's very similar edge to edge. It's a bit narrower where you mount the bindings but the sidecut isn't that quick edge to edge and it doesn't turn as tight a circle once you get it on edge like the Standard Uninc. The flex is similar board to board and so is the pop. I would say that the good bit extra camber of the Standard Uninc gives it more pop and feels stiffer near the tip/tail. I don't think the Mega Merc or Merc would be a good transition. Maybe consider the Basic Uninc 158 instead but this is just a guess not knowing your specs. Hit me up here if you want real advice. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
@@thegoodridesnow thanks for the response. I have been watching/ reading your reviews for years and I usually ride what size you do as our specs are very close. One last question would the endeavor pioneer in a 156 ride close to the Standard Uninc in a 156 but be a little quicker edge to edge? I love to ride tree runs and that is the only weakness I found on the standard Uninc ( because of my size 9 boots).
Thanks for watching!!! Yep the Pioneer will do that and have similar camber to what you have with the Standard Uninc. Just with less grip. So will the YES Basic Uninc.
Its forgiving and easy to ride but very expensive and a waste of money for beginner/intermediates. So if you are a beginner/intermediate this would not be on the list of recommended boards I would suggest.
im around 160lbs so on the heavy weight of the recommended for the 153, small shoe size so no foot drag. think it would be good or should go for the 155
Sorry but it is very hard to help based on the limited info I have about you. The Mercury isnt a quick turner so if you want easier turn initiation/control go 153. 155 for better mountain speed/a little more float. If you want real advice hot me up here so I can get your height, what you ride now, ability level and a whole lot more about you to help properly. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Custom camber has way more pop and carving power. Mega merc has a touch more edge hold, better float in powder and is more forgiving. Use the comparison tool on thegoodride.com if you want to learn more
@@thegoodridesnow how about to a custom Flying V? Looking for a all mountain/powder board to add to my custom Flying V. Is the mega a good option? Or k2 passport, Capita Kazu a better option as a all mountain/Pow board? Thanks
Hi James. Thanks for the in-depth review. I was interested in your comment that the structure might have been to blame for a sensation of wanting to turn at times and the board not immediately responding. I had that experience with a 157 2022 mercury. Im 75kg, 9.5 boots and used to riding longer boards above 160cm. I had attributed that delay in turning to the quadratic side cut and extremely sharp edges. By day 8 and also centring my Union strata’s more it had improved, I also detuned the contact points at the tips a little. My question is will a less structured base with time improve that grabby hold? 😅 Thanks for the years of awesome reviews. I bought a 2011 trs on your recommendation and still ride it. Chris.
No problem and thanks Chris! I think the Mercury and Mega Merc don't have fast turn initiation to start with. Not good or bad...just how they are designed like I talked about in the review. I think if the board came with a lot of structure that can for sure make it hard to turn in certain conditions. You might want to mellow it out with a base grind to see if that helps. Especially if you aren't riding in a lot of wet snow.
I enjoyed riding this board, but my initial impressions on this deck left me a bit disappointed. It’s designed to release a lot of kinetic energy when loaded, which makes for a poppy ride that does work well on small kickers and side hits I ride on. It’s quick and responds well when pushed, but feels slightly jittery at top speeds, especially on uneven/choppy terrain. Almost like it’s going to wash out moving hard from toe to heel. I also rode this deck in fresh pow, tight trees with good snow, and some icy rollers, just felt like an average cam rocker board, nothing special. It is really light and it’s built with some cool tech, and if you’re hitting medium to larger features on clean snow (which I am admittedly not) then you’re really going to leverage the snap and flex on this board. I’ll readjust my stance/bindings and put on a good layer of wax then give it another go and report back, but this might be too much board for me. Also @ just south of $800.00 feel a bit overpriced. Great review BTW, keep it up!
Quick update: after a binding adjustment and a good layer of wax the board performs much better (advice in the review about centering was correct). Significantly more stable move maneuverable and the pop and speed are still off the chart. Sickness achieved.
@@Failure2send did you de tune the edges? I have mine in the shop getting a fresh wax and tuned. My bindings are being centered like my park board in hopes it takes the twitchy ride of death out of it!
@@Tr3zn3r Nope - just center up my bindings and apply a good layer of wax. Board seems to engage with a bit of weight over the nose, made all the difference.
lol I was literally looking for your review of this board this morning!
Glad we were synced!
Thank you, this is super helpful! Many other reviews just read the catalog as-is, while your review explains the real experience.
Many thanks!
the review I was waiting for for months... :D thanks a lot!
No problem and hope it helps.
Super review like always 💪🏻😎
I bought a new 158 W Mega Mercury and Union Falcor Bindings, in October. 160 lbs 5'9", 40 years old over 30 years of experience. I was overly excited about getting out to ride it. Fast directional carving is what I spend most of my time doing. I live in Northern MN, our snow conditions are mostly hard pack groomers. Sadly, I've never rode a more difficult combination in my life. The Mega Merc is a disaster on hard pack or ice. It does not ride flat or transition from flat to mild turns with confidence. You gotta go full tilt to full tilt wide open to get anything out of this board. I've switched binding positions, boots, bindings, edge tunes etc. I have many full camber boards larger than this and rip on them with ease. I've been able to ride this thing in fresh snow, softer groomers, and some powder. It's good in these conditions. Super stable, can knife edge carves, with a ton, absolute ton of power in the nose and tail, Super light for sure. This thing is made for fast powder backcountry big air. That's it. It is not an all around resort board or easy ride. It's like driving a Formula 1 car with a family of crying children in your lap. It's a 1 track machine. Great at what it dose, but not at all a daily rig. Very edgy, wants to flatten out in transitions or at low speeds, terrible on ice and hard pack, requires 110% effort and concentration to ride. Not relaxing at all. I've had a half a dozen friends ride it and the consensus is basically the same. It's for sale if anyone wants to buy it!!!! IMHO. I have other Capitas (Ultra Fear, BSOD) and they are great. This is just my experience with the Mega MerC I truly believe the regular Mercury and or the regular width would be a better option. There is zero torsional flex in this thing, like none. Makes turn initiation comparable to closing the hood of a car. Either just slam it all the way or you're left in no mans land........
Thanks for your take. One thing though is this write up doesn't really help unless you tell us your boot size.
This is pretty accurate lol
I just spent 4 days on east coast tracked out heavy pow, bulletproof ice, and warm soft snow riding a regular Mercury... Everything you said is accurate for the Merc too. Rips when you are trying, but terrible flat base, cruising or in anything less than hero snow.
Why would you say the Mega Merc is an F1 car with family while you say the BSOD is a better board? Might elaborate? I assumed, the BSOD is an even more aggressive boarf
I’ve had two seasons on the 57, 84kg 10.5 boot union atlas medium.
For me this is pretty quick edge to edge and isn’t too bad at slower speeds over bumps etc. has great drive on the carve from centre of the board. I get a a great turning experience from this board.
Overall i felt this was worth the hype. I hadn’t rode a regular Mercury before though.
I compared it to my asymulator 2022 56 which I loved too. Similar but not but rode similar. 😅
Thanks for your take!
Super in depth analysis, way bettter than just reading specs. Thank you! I’m torn between the mercury and the mega merc. Been snowboarding for ~15 yrs, love powder, trees/freeride, and to point it and go as fast as possible.
I don’t really hit the park as much anymore, down for some tables or side hits but not a lot of rails these days.
It sounds like the mega might be a little faster on flat/cat tracks, do you think it’s worth the additional $200 or would the regular mercury be adequate? Thanks so much for the informative vid!
Many thanks! Its a really tough call. Since the Mega Merc doesn't seem to be more chattery I think it comes down to if you want more pop and a little more of a dynamic all around ride. Like you said, that does cost $200 more. If you want in depth detailed advice hit me up here. thegoodride.com/snowboard-binding-and-boot-advice/
@@thegoodridesnow Thanks for the heads up. Just filled out the form. Cheers!
Hey 👋🏼 Thanks for a great review. You really helped me a lot to make the right choice. Would really appreciate if you help me with sizing.
I’m 182lbs, 5’9 and US9,5-10.
Another question. Will this board match with Nidecker bindings and Boots (Rifs)? Thanks a lot in advance
Thanks! So the 157 would probably be the best fit for you. What Nidecker bindings? Did you mean Rift boots?
Thanks! Just wasn’t sure about whether foot size fits the waist width of 57. Yep the Nidecker Supermatik and Rift boots. Just wanna make my life on the hills a bit easier 😄
Mega Merc doesn't initiate a turn fast and the Supermatic/Rift combo isn't super fast turning but its responsive enough with size 10 boots. 9.5 will be ok too.
I think I would go with Mercury instead of Mega Merc for this combo. Should be more responsive in certain ways 🙂
If you want to make sure you get it right before you buy hit me here to give me the info I need to give you real advice and make sure this is the right board for you. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
between mega mercury and mega death, which you would choose and why ? i want to have only 1 board that can be used in most situations
Neither. Both are too light, poppy and chattery for me. I know nothing about you so hard to say which would work or if you should get something else like me. If you want real help, hit me here to give me the info I need to help you much better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Just picked up the new mega merc 160w. Been riding a DOA for 7 years. Wondering if it’s going to be any type of forgiving when riding switch on groomers and butters.
It is somewhat stiff but the camber profile is pretty forgiving. I'd rather be on a stiffer board with forgiving camber than a softer board with unforgiving full camber. The flex will make it hard to do some things but the pronounced early rise after the camber will make it less likely to catch an edge.
Hi I got a mega merc 155 and ion step on boots. Would you recommend regular step on or x step on? I also have a endeavor pioneer and I don’t wanna buy two pairs
Step On or Genesis Step On.
Hi I’m 165 lbs, 5’9 and size 9 boots. Is the 155 a good fit or should I get the 157? Is it a minor difference in terms of stability on high speed? I’m worried about the quickness I might loose on a bigger board. I’m an experienced rider(20+ years). Really nice review by the way!! Thanks!
155 would be better. The Mercury isn't a fast turning board and is on the wider side of normal so If in doubt with the Mercury size down.
@@thegoodridesnow thank you very much!
I’m 170 5’7 with the 155. This thing rips resort no problem and is very stable. Only go 157 if you plan on sending it big like you’re Kevin Backstrom otherwise 155 is fine.
Thank you very much!! Appreciate your help!!!!
im 5’8 160 and ride the 155, its fine, i wouldve probably got the 153 though if i had the choice
Picked up a 158w recently hope I don’t have to many issues with it. What bindings would you consider for someone who is looking for more of a surfy feel without sacrificing response? Thanks!
So surfy doesn't come to mind with the Mega Merc. Not knowing your specs, riding style or anything about you makes it hard for me to give you my take on if this will be right for you. Hit me up here if you want to get into it. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Bought a 159 merc after Capita employees recommended that size for me on the site. I'm 183cm ~78kg with US9.5/EU42.5 boot size. Still got it in the wrapper. Should I return it and go for a 157? Thanks in advance
I would say yes to exchanging it for a 157 but it depends on these factors:
1. What make model and size board do you have now?
2. What boots and bindings do you have?
3. Also how do you like the old set up?
4. What is your ability level and how do you like to ride?
is the mega merc good if you ride a lot of ice? I know it is great in powder but I ride a lot on the east coast and icy mountains.
No. You can do a lot better in hard snow and it's not something I recommend for east coast riders. It's also not that great in pow if you like to set it back to get directional float. It's ok if you ride pow centered and like to ride switch but most don't. Boards like the YES Standard Uninc, Basic Uninc, and a lot of boards from Gnu and Lib Tech do massively better in hard snow. You should go to thegoodride.com/snowboard-reviews/?mens=1 and use the filter "icy" in "Edge Hold" to see what boards would work well out east. Or, if you want to do this right, hit me here to give me the info I need to help you much better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
I just got the mercury size 157. I’m 5 9” about 195lbs. Do you think I will still maximize the board even if I’m a little heavier than what it says on the size guide? Thank you, nice video
Thanks. What is ur boot size?
@@thegoodridesnow 10.5
Depending on your boots imprint it could have some toe and heel drag but you should be good. Itll feel a little more chattery than it would for a lighter rider.
Im stuck between super d.o.a , mega merc, or proto synthesis, i like going high speed, carving, butter and jumps sometimes going on tree's with fresh powder iwonder which one is the best choice its just that all 3 of them are so good which 1 would you recommend?
Based on the info you gave me I'm not sure which would be a better fit.If you want a short answer tough call. Super DOA isn't good in pow but great on jumps. Mega Merc has less pop than both boards (still has good pop though) but is much more forgiving and versatile. Especially if you set it back in pow. Proto Synthesis is less versatile than the mega merc (not much set back in pow) but is more versatile and more forgiving than the DOA. Pops and carves hard too. Not sure if any of these are a good fit though. Need to know more about you to properly help. If you want much better in depth advice hit me up here thegoodride.com/snowboard-binding-and-boot-advice/.
Thank you for all the awesome content. I currently own an outer space living 2022, newbie ish. I’m on blue trails now, done a black a few times. Looking for a new board and thinking of Merc of Mega. Any thoughts? Size board is 159W, boot size is 10.5, weigh 210., 5-11
Thank you!!
Thanks! You might like the 159 Merc if you want something with the same camber profile, more pop and a faster base. There is a little more set back on board so in pow you can get a little bit easier float. Yeah it could for sure work but if you want to be sure you are upgrading to the right board hit me up here. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Thanks for the review! I've been riding an arbor roundhouse cx 159 for years, I weigh 210lbs and it is super stable at speed but looking to get into the trees a bit more. If i go 155 will I have extra turning control but also maintain high speed stability?
No prob. No. It will be a good bit less damp. That being said if I only know your weight its hard to help. Can't even say the if Mercury is right for you with the info given. Hit me up here if you want to do this right. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Your reviews are best on the market. How would you compare it to Yes Basic Decade? Currently I have Decade and I love that board. It is perfect for my riding style and skills. It carves well, it is stable, good on speed but also very forgiving, not catchy. Unfortunately it is no longer in Yes line up:(. I am looking for similar board to Decade. I mostly ride groomers, carve, sometimes pow, no park, no flat tricks. How would you compare mega merc to decade? Any other boards similar to Decade? Many thanks
Many thanks! If you want the Basic Decade get the Basic Uninc. It's damper with a different construction but still the same shape and overall ride. Or go Standard Uninc but it runs a little wider and has more camber. Still has the set back inserts like the Decade for pow. The Mega or Mercury is pretty comparable to your Decade as well. It has a little less camber and more rocker. It also turns a little slower if you size it correctly. Could for sure work though. Very fun board. Especially if you like to ride more centered in pow.
I’m 6’2 210 size 11 boot. I can’t decide between this and the bsod or maybe an aviator 2.0. I like carving, side hits and riding switch with the odd lip trick (butter/spin etc). I’ve been riding over 30+ years but I’m not a pup anymore. Help!!!
The Aviator or the Capita Indoor Survival have more camber and were more fun to carve than the Mega Merc and Merc for us. That might be the better way to go.
Mega mercury with union strata or super doa with union ultra?
Which one for that all mtn from powder to park, tree lines to side hits? Currently riding an older mercury with strata set up.
If you want much easier float in powder and a more forgiving ride Mega Merc. If you want a board that pops harder and gets bigger air but is more technical Super DOA.
Size suggestion for 200 lbs and 9.5 k2 boot? Looking at 159 vs 161. I sit more in the middle of the weight spectrum for 161 but didn’t know if the 159 would be best for my boot?
I think fitting the boot is most important as this board isn't a fast turner. I would say keep it at 159 and possibly consider the 157. What is your height?
@@thegoodridesnow thanks for the info! 6’1
Hey I really enjoyed this video, and I was just wondering if you could help me choose some bindings. I just purchased a mercury and I was wondering between the k2 formula, the union force, and the union strata which one would you go for?
Thank you! Yeah I would go with the Union Force or Atlas for the Mega Merc and drop the rest from the list. They both pair up really well with that board.
Hi! I am looking for advice regarding size of the Mega Mercury (155 or 157). I currently ride on a Amplid Paradigma (2010) 159. I mainly ride on groomers, carving and some jups/side hits. Sometimes powder but not often in park. I am 6" tall, weigh 170-175 LBS and have shoe size US 9. I am leaning towards the 155 due to my shoe size but do you think that I will have enough stability on higher speeds and length for carving as I come from a 159 board (flex 6, directional twin, camrocker and waist widt 250mm)? On the othe rside the 157 might be wide and feel to big. Thank you in advance for your advice! Kind regards, Sander
You know the Mercury is a slow board edge to edge in any acceptable size with size 9 boots. I rode the 153, 155 and 157. None of them turned quick for their size. My specs are Size 9 US, 185lbs, 5'10". If you want this board I'd just go 157 as it's going to float better in pow and it will be more stable. Especially if you have responsive bindings/boots. Or consider going with another board if you want quick turn initiation. Hit me up here if you want to get into it more so I can help better. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
Thanks a lot @@thegoodridesnow
I feel like this video could of went on longo… I mean longer 🤣.. such a killer board hoping I can get one this year.
Ha! Hope you enjoy it.
About the edge hold… do you think magne traction has a better grip than the normal ones?
There are a 4 types of Magnetraction. These aren't the exact names but there is Full Mag, .5 Mag, .25 Mag and almost no visible Mag. So if you mean by a normal old school single radius to some mellower multi radius sidecut's, then yes Full Mag, .5 Mag and .25 mag is often but not always better. There are lots of other disrupted sidecuts out there these days that are comparable to all the Mag's as well. so it really has to be on a board vs. board basis to say with any certainty. Hope that helps.
Curious when the dedicated 2023 BSOD review is coming? These are both on my short list. I'm curious, also, about when you mean when you say the BSOD is unforgiving in a skidded turn? Does it tend to lock in and put you in an edge turn, or buck you off?
Hoping to get it up soon. Just soo behind! sorry. It's catchy almost like full camber and the tail feels pretty locked in.
@@thegoodridesnow Any chance of an Orca vs BSOD vs mega merc advice?
How is the flex vs the Yes Standard Uninc? I love the standard Uninc 156 except for how it is a little slower edge to edge (I wear a size 9 boot). Would the mega merc be a little quicker edge to edge in the 157?
It's very similar edge to edge. It's a bit narrower where you mount the bindings but the sidecut isn't that quick edge to edge and it doesn't turn as tight a circle once you get it on edge like the Standard Uninc. The flex is similar board to board and so is the pop. I would say that the good bit extra camber of the Standard Uninc gives it more pop and feels stiffer near the tip/tail. I don't think the Mega Merc or Merc would be a good transition. Maybe consider the Basic Uninc 158 instead but this is just a guess not knowing your specs. Hit me up here if you want real advice. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
@@thegoodridesnow thanks for the response. I have been watching/ reading your reviews for years and I usually ride what size you do as our specs are very close. One last question would the endeavor pioneer in a 156 ride close to the Standard Uninc in a 156 but be a little quicker edge to edge? I love to ride tree runs and that is the only weakness I found on the standard Uninc ( because of my size 9 boots).
Thanks for watching!!! Yep the Pioneer will do that and have similar camber to what you have with the Standard Uninc. Just with less grip. So will the YES Basic Uninc.
you says it’s forgiving, is it good for intermediates? Because other reviews only recommend them to advance to expert riders.
Its forgiving and easy to ride but very expensive and a waste of money for beginner/intermediates. So if you are a beginner/intermediate this would not be on the list of recommended boards I would suggest.
thank you , just want ask which one of them is feel similar with a libtech trs ?
No problem. Which TRS? The new C3, C2x, BTX or the old traditional camber TRS?
Will you be reviewing the outsiders this season?
No I didn't get on it. Sorry. Great board though.
im around 160lbs so on the heavy weight of the recommended for the 153, small shoe size so no foot drag. think it would be good or should go for the 155
What size boot?
@@thegoodridesnow 42 eu/ 8us
so will the 153 be a good fit?
Sorry but it is very hard to help based on the limited info I have about you. The Mercury isnt a quick turner so if you want easier turn initiation/control go 153. 155 for better mountain speed/a little more float. If you want real advice hot me up here so I can get your height, what you ride now, ability level and a whole lot more about you to help properly. shop.thegoodride.com/merchandise/gear-advice/
How does the Mega Merc compare to the Burton Custom Camber? I can’t decide between them.
Custom camber has way more pop and carving power. Mega merc has a touch more edge hold, better float in powder and is more forgiving. Use the comparison tool on thegoodride.com if you want to learn more
Thanks a lot for your reply! GUTGW!
@@thegoodridesnow how about to a custom Flying V? Looking for a all mountain/powder board to add to my custom Flying V. Is the mega a good option? Or k2 passport, Capita Kazu a better option as a all mountain/Pow board? Thanks
Hi James. Thanks for the in-depth review. I was interested in your comment that the structure might have been to blame for a sensation of wanting to turn at times and the board not immediately responding. I had that experience with a 157 2022 mercury. Im 75kg, 9.5 boots and used to riding longer boards above 160cm. I had attributed that delay in turning to the quadratic side cut and extremely sharp edges. By day 8 and also centring my Union strata’s more it had improved, I also detuned the contact points at the tips a little. My question is will a less structured base with time improve that grabby hold? 😅 Thanks for the years of awesome reviews. I bought a 2011 trs on your recommendation and still ride it. Chris.
No problem and thanks Chris! I think the Mercury and Mega Merc don't have fast turn initiation to start with. Not good or bad...just how they are designed like I talked about in the review. I think if the board came with a lot of structure that can for sure make it hard to turn in certain conditions. You might want to mellow it out with a base grind to see if that helps. Especially if you aren't riding in a lot of wet snow.
Hey James, just watched your bsod review where you said the same. That’s a really interesting thought. Worth a try. Cheers mate.
Snapperdy snipperdy snop which board got the most pop?
Indoor survival.
How does the Mega Mercury compare to the Cardiff Lynx?
Lynx is a little more damp in all conditions, is more turny, and more directional float. Mega Merc is better switch and has a little better pop.
Nitro Suprateam vs Nitro Team Pro ? ; )
I'll try
@@thegoodridesnow woOhoO !
I enjoyed riding this board, but my initial impressions on this deck left me a bit disappointed. It’s designed to release a lot of kinetic energy when loaded, which makes for a poppy ride that does work well on small kickers and side hits I ride on. It’s quick and responds well when pushed, but feels slightly jittery at top speeds, especially on uneven/choppy terrain. Almost like it’s going to wash out moving hard from toe to heel. I also rode this deck in fresh pow, tight trees with good snow, and some icy rollers, just felt like an average cam rocker board, nothing special. It is really light and it’s built with some cool tech, and if you’re hitting medium to larger features on clean snow (which I am admittedly not) then you’re really going to leverage the snap and flex on this board. I’ll readjust my stance/bindings and put on a good layer of wax then give it another go and report back, but this might be too much board for me.
Also @ just south of $800.00 feel a bit overpriced.
Great review BTW, keep it up!
Thanks for the good words and taking the time to write your take here.
Quick update: after a binding adjustment and a good layer of wax the board performs much better (advice in the review about centering was correct). Significantly more stable move maneuverable and the pop and speed are still off the chart. Sickness achieved.
@@Failure2send did you de tune the edges? I have mine in the shop getting a fresh wax and tuned. My bindings are being centered like my park board in hopes it takes the twitchy ride of death out of it!
@@Tr3zn3r Nope - just center up my bindings and apply a good layer of wax. Board seems to engage with a bit of weight over the nose, made all the difference.
Good to hear it's working for you now. Cheers!