Custom X vs. UNW8

Posted: 11 July 2011 04:32 PM

I’m looking for a new board that’s stiff, fast, hits kickers well, and is versatile enough for freeride.  So far I think the two best are the Amplid UNW8 and Burton Custom X for what I want.  I’m also thinking about the Ride Highlife UL but am concerned it won’t be good enough at high speed.  Anyway which would you guys recommend / do you have any other ideas?

I wear a size 11 boot, am 6’0 and weigh around 215

Posted: 19 July 2011 12:03 AM

I would look at the Custom X in the 164W, the UNW8 will be too narrow.

You might also want to look at the NItro Blacklight 163 and the Ride Society UL which I think is being replaced with the Highlife UL. Of course there is the LIb Tech Travis Rice Horse Power too which might be up your street.

Rich