Need some Help ./ Info

[MrFuggles]

Hey All
New to the board (no Pun Intended) I was looking for some info on a Nitro Pyro Board. I just got one dirt cheap next to nothing and it looks like the guy just took the wrapper off it.
It has stock Nitro (92 ish) hard boot bindings on it.
I called my local Distib. and they told me they knew nothing about it that it was too old.
I figure I dont have anything to looseby throwing this puppy on the white stuff.
I am assuming it is / was an all mtn board the binding mounts are setup up for more of a free style ride that an alpine ride.
Was just wondeing if anyone new about this board.

Thanks for the help

Brian

[tex1230]

can you post a pic?

I am sure specs will come out and I think I remember this board but I can't remember this particular model.

edit: this is the twin tip freestyle board with asymetric sidecut - 9m heel and 12m toe IIRC
that is a fun board. Kind of a cheater board - you don't have to angulate on the heel side as much to get the same turn.

[MrFuggles]

file:///C:/Users/brousseau/Desktop/1229081235a.jpgHere are two pics from a cam phone sorry about the crappy Qtly.
I am just getting into the alpine boards and just reading alot of info.
This board I got off Craigs list for enxt to nothing so I figured why not.
One Issue I can see is I guess this is a Asym board and I ride regular now.
Should I try to switch and ride goofy or swap the bindings around and go with it. Like I said I am new in free style and apine.
Any sugestion would be great !

Thanks
Brian

[tex1230]

I think you misunderstood - this is a true twin tip - it just has an assymetric sidecut, meaning the heelside is easier to turn than the toe side. just point the bindings how you want them and ride it. make sure your heels are on the side marked "heel side"

those bindings are ok...raced in them my final season. Broke a lot of bails, but no more than other bindings of the era. I wouldn't trust this as my only board for everyday use, but it would not be bad to ride on occasion.

By the way - just because it has plate bindings stuck on it does not make it an alpine board. This is not an alpine board.

[MrFuggles]

They must not have made this board very long because there is nothing on the net about it. Your comment about breaking bindings has got me thinking, I am 6-2 250 and I have a feeling that I might wreck these bindings pretty quick.

I have been looking around for some alpine gear to get me started, not having much luck so far. Have any sugestions ? for newbee stuff ?
I am an Instructor for the adaptive program at Waterville Valley and I know there are a few guys with alpine gear up there but cant seem to ever hook up with anyone.

B

[Jack Michaud]

A member here named Rob Stevens might want to buy that from you if you're not sure you want it.

[tex1230]

this is probably the best place on the web for good quality used gear. check the classifieds here or post a "want to buy" - Helmut Karvlow has a couple of good sticks with bindings in the $200 range up there now, and there's plenty of peoople who respond to want to buy posts - just get an idea of your budget and what kind of board you want and you'll find something. At your size, I would advise an all-metal binding of a newer generation. I'm close in size and have had good experiences with Catek OS1 and OS2 as well as Bomber TD2s, which I currently ride. These will cost a little more but I think they are well worth the investment.

[MrFuggles]

This is great ! thanks for the quick responses !
Hey Jack thanks for the info everything is always for sale.
I will send him a note, like I said int he first post this board looks like it was just taken out of the wrapper.
I will poke around the want ads page and see what I can find.
What would be a good board to start out with ? Mfg and Size ?

B

[tex1230]

My first "modern" carving board was a Donek Axis (axxess) 172cm with Catek OS1 bindings - it was a great all-mountain board - if you can find one of those or a Coiler AM or Prior 4wd those are all great all-mountain shapes. (there are dozens of others but those seem to be the top 3 every time someone asks about an all-mountain carver)

as far as length I'd say 8-10cm longer than whatever you usually ride in your freeride boards. low to mid 170s works great for me and I'm a couple of inches shorter than you.