2010 Burton Custom V Rocker Snowboard Review

[LittleBigSerg]

im looking to get a burton custom x or a burton custom flying v or a lib tech skate banana? im an intermideate rider..what would you suggest

[1979nicko]

hey i was wondering if you could help me with deck size im 15 years old 5,6 123 lbs i was looking at around 149 150 is that about right for me?

[sierrasnowboard]

@1979nicko - A board from 148-150cm will work will for you. If you want a board to grow into go towards a 152.

[1979nicko]

@sierrasnowboard cheers for that. im thinking of getting the pink 151 custom v rocker what bindings would you recommend im thinking of getting some cartel est do they work well with the board?

[sierrasnowboard]

@1979nicko - The Cartel EST is the perfect binding for this board.

[tm7111]

is it possible to somehow reserve this board? because it is currently out of stock on your site and i cannot find any other sites that sell it.

[sierrasnowboard]

@tm7111 - First come first serve, sorry

[goobergoon]

is this like the 2011 v-rocker? Because i like the way the 2010 looks and the 2011 looks fine to me but id rather get the 2010 but the question is, is the 2011 very smiler if the the same as the 2010?

[sierrasnowboard]

@goobergoon - They 2011 is the Flying V Custom. They only made this exact board one season.

[PaintballFan22]

is this board any different then the burton custom v rocker that has a multi colored checkered top?

[sierrasnowboard]

@PaintballFan22 - The Multi Colored V-Rocker was a limited edition, but the same board. It does get confused for the Multi Colored Cambered Custom.

[sierrasnowboard]

@PaintballFan22 - It is the same, the Custom V with the multi color is the Limited Edition.

[ModMii1707]

im a big park rider....and im lookin for a good park board.. is this board good for that? if not any suggestions?

[sierrasnowboard]

@ModMii1707 - It will work well for park and all mountain riding.

[Haloreach96]

@ModMii1707 I would go with a Burton hero.

[FromThe5thDemention]

When will you review Custom Flying V ?!?

P.S: Great informative reviews, keep them comming!

[sierrasnowboard]

@FromThe5thDemention - We have not been focusing on the Video Reviews this season. The Custom FV rides great. The next level of All Mountain Performance Rocker.

[FromThe5thDemention]

@sierrasnowboard Cool thanks

[suchet111]

tried out this board this winter in NZ, it was awesome!!!! has so much control over high speeds, great for surface tricks but does lack some pop when used on jumps at the park

[Projectsnow679]

should i get this board at 154 cm or the x8v ???

[sierrasnowboard]

@Projectsnow679 - Depends what you are looking for in your ride. I am a big fan of the Custom V though.

[mrbass54]

awesome review! thanks heaps!

[snwbrbjust]

is this snowboard good for big jumps

[sierrasnowboard]

@snwbrbjust - it is okay, but not the best. I still prefer a camber board for jumps over 50 feet.

[Kid5545]

Do you know when sierrasnowboards c0m will get restocked with the 156, because i really love this board and i prefer 156's

[sierrasnowboard]

@Kid5545 - No we will not, get the 154 or 159.

[dodda]

I'm 6'0 185 lbs, and can choose between a 158 or 163 version on sierrasnowboard. Which would you recommend?

[sierrasnowboard]

@dodda - a 158 for all around riding and the 163 if it is for freeriding, high speeds and powder.

[dodda]

Thanks for the help Doug, just picked up a 158!

[sierrasnowboard]

@dodda - Great, enjoy!!

[bigbrow69]

o shit my bad Doug haha i dont know where i got dave from... but thanx i appreciate the help

[sierrasnowboard]

@bigbrow69 - Anytime ;-)

[bigbrow69]

hey dave i was planning on gettin this board but wasnt sure on what size... im 5'9 and about 170 punds... what size do you recommend?

[sierrasnowboard]

@bigbrow69 - Who's Dave? I am about the same body type and ride a 154, but you could go with the 156. - Doug

[yankees24131]

do union contact bindings work with this board?

[sierrasnowboard]

@yankees24131 - They will work with the 2011 Union ICS plates.

[CODMW2dirtnasty]

i'm 6'0, 150lbs, 10.5 boot, should i go with the 156 or 159? i'm only 15 and wont get to use all summer so i'm unsure what size to get. Is this board good for rails and boxes cause i l enjoy rails and boxes.

[sierrasnowboard]

@CODMW2dirtnasty - It is fun on Jibs I would have you go with the 156.

[sage236]

How does it do with jumps?

[sierrasnowboard]

It does well.

Not as good as a Camber board when hitting bigger jumps 40+

[JRsaltcore]

i like to go straight down mountains specially the groomers...i love the speed...and moguls is this the board for me? i heard they are unstable at high speed or gets gets jerky

[sierrasnowboard]

It is a little loose when pointing flat base but just takes some getting used to.

You should get a camber board if you are a bomber.

[UnbornMedia]

Would the 163 be too tall for someone who is 6'1", 195 lbs, and size 11+ boots? I thikn it would match up to around my mouth area, right?

[turbo128]

i'm 5'10, 165lbs, 10.5 boots, should i go with 156 or 159 to ride all mtn?

[sierrasnowboard]

I say go with the 156.

[holminator7]

regular custom or custom v rocker?

[sierrasnowboard]

I say V- Rocker

[cgage22]

What would you recommend for me (6'3", 155 lbs, size 9)? I've demoed this board at 156cm on a powder day and had fun, but I'm wondering if I need a bigger board.

[sierrasnowboard]

If it worked fine for you in the powder than stick with that length. If not go with the 159. I weight 180lbs and ride the 154.

[yoitstyleroh]

whats the difference between the joystick and the custom vrocker? can't decide which one.. both seem pretty similar. thx

[sierrasnowboard]

The Joystick is twin shape but has a softer nose and stiffer tail.

The Custom has a bigger scoop on the nose and a shorter scoop on the tail while having a twin flex.

To me the Custom rides more like a twin unless you are riding powder switch.

[differentperson0102]

What size of this board would I get if im 5'4" and weigh 132 lbs(plus a 10 boot size)

[n3xtxgam3r16]

154 for freestyle, 156 for all mountain

[jyhighsky]

how is this board compared to the X8 when it comes to flexibility? I rode the X8 157 and i thought it was pretty soft but wouldn't mind it being a bit softer.. Is this board a bit softer than the X8 or is it stiffer? Thinking about getting Custom V 156 or the Hero 155. On a scale of 1-10 what's the Custom V softness compared to the 155 Hero?? thanks!! your input would be greatly appreciated. =]

[sierrasnowboard]

For flex rating from 1 to 10:

Hero - 2

X8 - 3

Custom V - 4

They all have Twin Flex patterns.

The Shape of the Custom is a bit more direction, nose scoop bigger than the tail, but it still rides like a switch board on most conditions.

[JGrant35]

i am 5'11 and 145 with a 12 shoes size. i really want this board but i think that i might not fit on. i like to all mountain and go fast with my friends but im getting more into jibbing and doing the park stuff. would this board be good for me? i want to go burton with what board i buy. but, all my friends are telling me to get a 157 board but im still not so sure b/c im still going to be doing all mountain and stuff but i wanna be able to go jibbing at come comfortably

[sierrasnowboard]

You could go with the 156 but the waist is a bit narrow.

It will be fine as long as you get a boot with a small foot print.

[JGrant35]

ok thanks and i was thinking about getting the rome 390's but i thought it would be better to go with some burton EST binding but im not so sure what do you recomend?

[sierrasnowboard]

On the Boards with Channel, EST for sure.

[0kowalski0]

So can u use regular bindings with this "channel" on the newer burton boards, like i wanna get a pair of flow bindings but i dont no if it will work or if i need to get the burton EST's ?? thanks

[sierrasnowboard]

Get the Burton EST Bindings

The Flow's are not completely compatible.

[overdressed007]

I'm really confused. Which board size should I go fo at 5'8'', 145-150 lbs and 8.5?

I considered plenty of recommendations; one vendor even gave me the advice to take a 157cm and wide board (Bataleon Goliath).

Isn't that too long and too wide for me? It feels sluggishly somehow, good pow float though. I'm a classic all Mtn rider but really want to improve my park skills, butter etc. as well.

What's your recommendation for me with the v-rocker?

thanks!

[sierrasnowboard]

I would say for the 154 Custom V or Sierra Reverse Crew.

That is what I ride (5'9", 175lbs, 8.5us)

The recommendation for you is too wide and I think you would like the shorter board.

[overdressed007]

@sierrasnowboard

Thanks! I'll try to have a testride with it.

[overdressed007]

@sierrasnowboard

How comes that you ride the same board size?

You're slightly taller and significantly heavier than me.

[sierrasnowboard]

I like enjoy riding a shorter board at times.

It all really comes down to personal preference.

[dvdngu]

5'9 169lb size 11 boots. i was thinking 155 - 158 cm with a 255 - 260 cm width?

[sierrasnowboard]

If you are using a boot with a small foot print the 154, 156, 159 or 163 would be fine.

Go with the 156, 253mm at waist.

[GotFrag24]

Hi, I'm 5'8"/5'9" and I weight about 140, I am pretty much a beginner. i was wondering if the 154 would be fine for me or should I just go with the 151. Thanks

[sierrasnowboard]

The 151 would be fine, but the 154 would be a little better if you will be riding powder.

[jkc350z]

i am 5'10" and between 145 and 150 lbs....would the 154 be ok for me?

[sierrasnowboard]

yes

[xaliepa]

iam 5'6'' and 158 pounds

what is good for me??

what about the camber version?? what is best for an advanced rider??

[sierrasnowboard]

Go with this in a 154.

[sierrasnowboard]

Many advanced riders are still sticking with the camber boards.

The 154 in either board would be good.

[SouthParker]

I weigh 185 but want a 156 board. Will the v rocker hod my weight better than a 156 regular custom?

[sierrasnowboard]

The performance will change due to their construction.

That length will be fine for your weight.

[Colombianito1682]

Hey I've heard that the people may be riding the Custom V-Rocker a little longer. Is this true? I am 5'8" and 175 with a 10.5 freestyle boot. I was looking at a 2010 Custom V-rocker 159.

i am an all mountain rider with maybe 30% of my time in the park..

[sierrasnowboard]

No that is not true unless you are getting it for a Powder board.

I am 5'9 175 8.5 boot and ride a 154 for everything.

Go with the 156.

[Colombianito1682]

cool

[EricJohnston8]

hey im 125 pounds, and about 5'9 maybe 5'10 what board do you htink i should get???

[sierrasnowboard]

Since you are tall for your weight you can go with a board that is a bit shorter.

This board is great. You would want to go with the shortest size, 151.

[EricJohnston8]

thanks!

[Matt17892]

the 163 for just powder? or for all mountain riding going in some pow as well? sorry for all the questions, just want to get exactly the right board!

[sierrasnowboard]

The 163 is the same as the other sizes just longer.

Just get the 159 and you will be stoked.

[Matt17892]

Hi I am 188 pounds and about 6'2. Would you recommend the 159 or 163 for me? Thanks

[sierrasnowboard]

159 for everyday resort riding and 163 if you will be using it to ride powder

[safakovic]

Hey I'm also 6.1" and 185..I've just bought custom v-rocker 156..Is it too small for me as a freestyler? What would be the cons? Thanks

[sierrasnowboard]

It is not too small, the cons of this size is it wont float as well in the deep pow as the 159 but I am 175lbs and ride a 154 in pow just fine.

[13Geffen]

Hey, I am 6.1" and weigh 180, would you recommend the 159 or the 163 for moi, thanx bruv.

[sierrasnowboard]

The 159 for all around and the 163 for pow days.

[coolio155]

is the v rocker comparable to the banana rocker. to me it seems like burton copied lib tech cause the rocker specs are virtually the same. rocker between your feet and flat camber outwards

[sierrasnowboard]

That is far from the truth. I am sure that Burton got some design insperation from Lib, but is far from a copy or the same.

They both have a rocker between the bindings, but while Libs is a smooth rocker, Burton's is a V Rocker that comes to a bit of a point in the center.

Lib's Banana then goes to flat until the tip and tail, while the Burton V- Rocker is flat only under the inserts and then has rocker zones on each end before the tip and tail.

[sierrasnowboard]

Both are in the same class of All Mountain freestyle Rocker and perform and feel quite a bit different.

[celaya323]

got it on ma 10' cartel est's & burton hail boots..

shits sweet

[ventriliventure]

How does the v rocker differ in riding from the traditional?

[sierrasnowboard]

It is different due to the V-Rocker, much softer and looser.

Better for jibbing and buttering.

[serumclx]

has any one been on the burton v rocker how does it compare to the lib tech board with there edge grip ??

[sierrasnowboard]

The Custom V-Rocker has the Pressure Distribution Edge which gives it great hold, even compared to the Magnatraction.

[sierrasnowboard]

Edge grip is great, the Custom V has the Pressure Distribution edge.

[ECSkater303]

will my burton freestyle bindings work with this board?

[sierrasnowboard]

You can get the discs that will work with The Channel for your Freestyle Bindings.

[reallkomo]

does the smalls version of this board have all the same features as the bigger version.

[serumclx]

oooooo sick .............