I tried to refrain from posting this, but can't find a definitive answer.
I'm trying to figure out exactly what board I want for next season, since my Morrow Fury has seen better days.

A little bit of background - I consider myself an intermediate rider, I can do 180's, some rails, boxes, presses etc. And really want to just focus on park from now on.
I am about 5 ft 10, and weigh about 190 lbs, boot size 12, what do you think of the Artifact (156) for me?
I don't want to go out and buy a nice board and end up snapping it because I'm too heavy, but then again I don't want a gigantic board with no flex. Would this be a problem for me with this board? If you think the Artifact is a big no, what kind of boards would you recommend?

I know I'm going to get some great info, so thanks.


[Edited by xShiFTx on 3/26/2008 at 11:48 AM]

hey man

With a size 12 you need something wider than the artifact.  Look at the machine, but if you're worried about snapping a noodle look at something a bit beefier then.

Thanks for the replies guys,
I'm not really worried about snapping it, I just don't want to. If that makes sense lol. The Machine looks like it's going to fit the bill since I do have pretty big feet. What are some other boards that are like the Machine?

i would look at a 158/159 for your weight most rome boards are made for people 160-130 at a 156

The Machine is a 157. So anyone have some other suggestions of boards that are like the Machine for us big feet people? :)

Thanks for the info so far guys, helped a lot

The Machine 157 is the way to go.  I have an Artifact 156 and am about your size but with smaller feet.  The board is fun just for park... but you will feel every little bump in the snow.. which is kind of fun actually.  The board is also a lot lighter than the higher end boards.  Super pressable, easy to ollie due to it's flex.. doesn't have an amazing ton of pop, but I ollie better on a softer board for some reason.. probably my form.  I have an Agent/Headroom so for park days, the artifact is a nice changeup.

After doing a little more research I'm really not worried about breaking a board anymore.. They seem extremely well made.

So now, what are some boards that are like the Rome Machine (specifically a nice park board that's for wide feet)? I want to keep my options open and keep looking around :)

the salomon arnie 5000. tons of pop, awesome flex pattern and pretty wide. super fast base, too.

He didn't have any heel/toe drag problems?  I have Van's size 12 boots if that makes a difference.

not at all. he did max it out at 26" and his angles at 15/-15. hes stupid for wide stances. so if u ride ur stance anywhere like that, try it out.

Mc Kink is stiff as shit.  Its like a cross between a billy goat and R.C.

If the waist width (don't even know if this is the right measurement) is 252 on my current board (159 Morrow Fury) and I don't have problems with toe drag, is it safe to say I'll fit on a 156 Artifact which is also a 252 waist width? Is that even the right measurement for the width of the board.. lol

Thanks!

This board is on it's last limb, it won't last another season. Hence the reason I'm getting a new one. I've sent it to hell and back, haven't noticed any problems with toe/heel drag.

Thanks for reassuring me Agent-G.. Now just need those darn taxes to come in :)