Sims 2011 Qwest 159W

Posted: 20 December 2010 01:26 AM

I am new to snowboarding. I only went a few times last season and I was trying to get opinions on what people thought of the Sims Brand. I have searched the internet and all I can find is burton fanboys who have never owned a sims and just hate the brand because of where it is sold. Don’t get me wrong I like burton but I was looking for an honest opinion from somebody who has owned a sims or does own one. I was looking at the 2011 Sims Qwest,
As I said I am a newbie and I was looking for a beginner board that I wont have t replace next season, something that will grow with me for a while.

Here are the stats for the 2011 SIMS Qwest:
-Men’s True Twin-Tip Shape -
all mountain performance.
 
-EZ Rocker Flat Technology –
flat base with late rise on the tip and tail for worry-free, effortless turning and increased float in the pow.
 
-Full Wood Poplar Core –
a lightweight durable core featuring a 1 inch tip to tail carbon stringer in a 1S layup for maximum strength, snap and response.
 
-Bi-axial Fiberglass –
a lighter weight glass with softer flex characteristics for a more forgiving ride.
 
-UHMW Extruded Die Cut Base –
fast, durable, easy to repair base material.
 
-Rubber Foil Dampeners –
provide a smooth ride and increased bonding strength between the edge and the sidewall.

Any advice would be great!

Posted: 20 December 2010 08:03 AM

I think they are good boards for the price.  Some solid technology, nothing cutting edge but no crap like cap construction.