Talk me through some buyer’s remorse…

Posted: 04 March 2011 09:47 PM

Been riding a Libtech TRS for 3 years.  Like it.  Been trying to decide between an new TRS and a NS SL.  I found a good deal from from local shop on the 2010/2011 TRS and bought it last night.

I’m feeling a little bit like I do in my favorite restaurant when I keep ordering the same thing because I know I’ll like it, but I’m afraid I’m missing out on something better.  I imagine when I stop thinking about it and just ride I’ll be happy with whatever.  I buy boards every few years, so I’ll be committed to this deck for at least a few seasons.

I also read posts, after the purchase, of a bunch of people complaining about Lib’s crappy bases.  I haven’t really had any issues, seems fast to me, although I always assumed I was riding a Sintered rather than extruded base and kind of surprised to find Lib using an extruded base at that price point.

I could return this new TRS, or shut up and ride it tomorrow…

I also need advice on bindings.  I’ve been riding Missions for years, don’t love them.  Considering Ride Deltas, Rome 390s and Union Contacts.  Any thoughts?

Posted: 05 March 2011 01:03 AM

Well if you don’t have any issues with the base then I say stick with it. Maybe give it a few more days to ride and if you don’t like it than you can return it.

Posted: 05 March 2011 02:04 AM

Update…

Just found out no return on sale items from this shop, so that makes my decision easy, I’m riding it tomorrow!

I’ve always liked my base fine, I fly by people on the flats, and it goes as fast as I want it to go, it’s held up well also, so it should be a non-issue.