Burton T7 - 2011

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The Burton T6 always had a reputation as an extremely light, stiff and responsive snowboard. None of the qualities have been lost in the T7, but the T7 is now slightly less hard work than the superseded T6. Don’t go thinking the T7 is a push over, it is still the stiffest board in the Burton line and the healthy dose of camber will keep even the most aggressive riders happy.

Manufacturer's Description:

A cushioned cruise missile

The next step for Terje Haakonsen, the new T7™ is built upon a legacy of speed, snap, and accelerated airtime. From chasing the high-air mark to freefalling down an Alaskan spine line—the T7 flies faster and higher with the metallic snap of an Alumafly™ core and cushioned control of Smooth Ride™ internal dampening. Outrun anything—Frostbite Edges join forces with Lightning Bolts Hi-Voltage for grip that won’t slip and energized handling from peak to pipe.

Recommended for halfpipe riding.

Recommended for freeride riding.

Very high cost $

Camber Construction.

Directional Shape.

Year: 2011

Available Lengths (cm):
156, 159, 162

Riding Style: All Mountain

Specifications:

The Channel ICS bindings system
Camber profile
Directional shape and flex
Alumafly Core with Multizone EGD™ and Even Profile
Triax™ fiberglass laminates with Lightning Bolts Hi-Voltage
Sintered WFO base
Stainless Frostbite Edges with Grip and Rip™ Tune
Slantwall sidewalls
Smooth Ride, Pro-Tip™, and Infinite Ride™
Feel: 8

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Snowboard Review:

Watch the 2011 Burton T7 Video Snowboard Review

2011 Burton T7 Video Snowboard Review

The T7 is a new board for this season which has been developed by Burton to succeed the T6, which was initially developed by Terje back in 2003. During the seven years that Burton produced the T6 the board became synonymous with Terje and Nico Mueller’s riding styles; big transitions, halfpipe, big faces in the backcountry and riding even the most technical slopes at ridiculous speeds with effortless style. Unfortunately as a consequence the T6 was pigeon-holed as a bit of a stiff untameable beast and as soon as the Vapor came along the T6 wasn’t Burton’s top-of-the-range board and was by no means their lightest or technologically advanced.

The T7 is a bit of a departure from the T6 in the way that it definitely looks a bit cooler, is slightly more forgiving under foot and has a higher spec. This is no longer a board for city boys looking for the most expensive board at their downtown chain store; the Vapor and Method have taken that crown. This is a serious all-mountain killer that excels in the backcountry, carving down pisted slopes and hitting big transitions like halfpipes and bigger kickers.

Torsionally this board is still pretty rigid and the response from edge-to-edge is lightening-quick, which is partly due to the lightning bolt reinforcements which run from the edge of the board to the centre. The T7 also has an Alumafly core and Vapor Skin topsheet which means it’s ridiculously light, lighter than the T6. Even though the Alumafly core makes the T7 quite stiff it isn’t as rigid longitudinally as the T6 was; which means that jibbing around on the slope isn’t impossible. It is far more user friendly than its predecessor. Nevertheless, the carving performance of the T7 hasn’t been compromised and thanks to matching the lightning bolts reinforcements and Alumafly core with a fairly pronounced camber the T7 carves beautifully and holds an edge on the iciest of slopes. Finally, the T7 uses the channel binding system which can now be used with bindings from any binding manufacturer.

This board would genuinely suit any intermediate to advanced rider that isn’t particularly bothered about progressing in the park. If you’re an intermediate rider that enjoys riding powder, high-speed carving and boosting off of natural features then this could be an inspired purchase. On the other hand; if you’re an accomplished park rider looking for a board that will give you the confidence and stability to hit big jumps and get you out of the pipe then the T7 will do exactly that, just try to avoid rails and boxes.

Posted by Tom Ewbank in • Burton

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What colour is powder?

Rich Ewbank on February 07, 2011 at 12:38 AM

You can ride either the 156 or the 159. I would ride the 159 if you are more interested in going fast than riding jumps.

Mark on February 07, 2011 at 09:34 AM

so that means I should take T7,right? and which binding and boots go best with that? thanks

brennen on February 10, 2011 at 08:39 PM

I have been lookin to by a new board and the t7 caught my eye right away..I’m not a fan of the parks or freestyle. I’m all about carvin down the slopes n having fun with buddys..I go to different ski resorts 4 to 5 times a season…is this board the one for me??..I was thinkin the 159 bc I’m six foot 180lbs..for the bindings I been lookin at the cartel est acid test size large cus I wear a size 12 boot..any info from u guys will help me on my purchase…thanks

Rich Ewbank on February 11, 2011 at 10:36 AM

Brennen - With size 12 boots, your feet are too wide for the waist width, which is only 24.6cm on the 159… that’s really narrow. To be honest the Custom X is a little bit less expensive and still looks like exactly what you are after. The Custom X 162W would hit the spot, it carves like a dream.

Mark on February 11, 2011 at 12:05 PM

If I wear size 10, is t7 159 all right? or custom x 158?

Seth on February 24, 2011 at 02:24 AM

Just wondering, what jacket were you wearing in the review of this board on youtube? I might actually look into buying this after some of these reviews.

Thanks!

Rich Ewbank on February 24, 2011 at 09:17 AM

Hi Seth - Tom is wearing last year’s Bonfire Blur jacket in the T7 review video. This year’s Blur jacket is pretty similar but next year’s drops the colour block styling.

Mylo on February 26, 2011 at 12:30 AM

I have been riding since 1989 (yeah I’m getting up there - 37 years old now) and have ridden many boards in that time.  The T7 is really expensive, but I somehow managed to find one on craigslist from a kid who couldn’t handle it for a fraction of the retail price. I’m I glad I bought it - now that I have it I’d definitely pay retail, this deck is the ultimate carving and ride-so-fast your eyes manage to water even though you’re wearing goggles machine! I’ve always had issues with chatter at ridiculous speeds and I have yet to experience this with the T7, although back in the day I rode an M6 and it was pretty good.  The M6 and the custom x are the only ones I’ve ridden that could come close.  However, this board just takes it to the next level.  It’s so responsive and holds an edge even in the iciest conditions, its absolutely incredible! Last week I blew down a diamond groomer and a few runs later had a couple of season pass skiers tell me it was the first time they had been passed by a boarder.  Its taken my riding to ridiculous new levels, I am totally in love with this board.  If you like to ride hard and fast in all conditions this is the ultimate board for you.

jay on March 11, 2011 at 10:42 PM

Seems from the reviews that T7 is a stiffer, lighter, faster and more aggressive version of Custom X.  How does T7 compare with Custom X in terms of hold and pop?  Do you have a preference?  I’m in the east coast with lot of ice and bad snow.  Unfortunately there aren’t too many demo opportunities so I never got to try out T7 but I did get to try out my friends Custom X and I was grinning ear to ear, esp. since it was an icy day and my Custom v-rocker has been very iffy at times when bombing down.  Amazing hold, extremely stable and poppy.  I was pretty sold on getting this years Custom X but my local shop had a T7 for around similar price range ($400 vs $480) so I’m trying to decide which one.  Custom X seems like a safe bet but if T7 is better in all the areas mentioned above, $80 extra isnt much more. 

They also had last years Vapor for $499 as well but I think that’s more freestyle oriented and doesn’t grip as well?  If you rode the vapor also, any advice would be appreciated.

Rich Ewbank on March 13, 2011 at 10:08 AM

@Jay - It’s completely down to what you are after. You’ve ridden the custom X and you know that board is good for ridiculously strong grip and enormous amounts of energy out of carves and popping off rollers. If you want a board that is even firmer, and requires that little bit more effort to access the goods, but gives back even more, then the T7 is a good move.

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