$450 Intermediate to Expert Freestyle Flat/Rocker Twin Shape The Gypsy could be a fun all park ride for most riders. We wouldn't agree with the do everything freestyle description that Salomon threw out but we would say it can be a treat the mountain like a park board. If you want to hit the pipe there are many better snowboards out there. The Gypsy does have better edge hold than your average rocker board but it still doesn't compete with some of the edge hold from Roxy, Gnu, Lib Tech's continuous rocker snowboards. All in all this is a fun rocker park twin that will make some people really happy. The Gypsy hasn't changed much in 2012 from 2011. The ride is almost the same.
Boards Salomon is small compared to some companies but they have the complete line up and a very strong following. You will either love or hate a Salomon board. Salomon makes a very fast and damp all mountain to freeride board that seems to feel best at high speeds. It is really scary how fast it is. They have also made a solid effort to make some pretty good park boards as well and won some Good Wood Award's in the park and pipe. If you are looking for something a bit off the beaten path Salomon might work for you. Boots It is almost undisputed amongst most knowledgeable riders that Salomon has some of the best boots out there. They have spent a lot of time making a boot that fits well and that won’t pack out much. Even though there is a semi-traditional lacing system it still has a speed lace tightening system and it can lock at each rung on the upper part of the boot. Some complain that the Salomon boot runs a bit narrow so if you have wide feet think twice. Also others complain that it can take longer than some boots to make them comfortable for your feet. Bindings Salomon’s bindings are not as popular as their boards and boots but still do a good job competing with the other big name brands. They are reliable and well made and have a more traditional old school feel compared to the leading companies. That being said the turn initiation and general feeling is good so these could work for you.
Jibstatic riding for slush slashers, poked-out airs and Easy Press perfection. Rock out and get ready to roll with Rocqualizer's playful yet stable ride.
Easily the best performance freestyle boards with rocker for women, the Gypsy earned a Good Wood out of the gate and rave reviews at Hood last summer. Rocqualizer balances playful rocker fun on jibs with the stability of equalizer side cut through the pipe and park.
Get those tailpresses up! And bounce and roll with lively Rockquilizer flare to the park run of your choice on this Good Wood Award Winning ride. Popster core helps you pop your ollies even higher. Take this soft-flexing, yet stable ride into the next level.
