Salomon Oh Yeah Snowboard Review
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$349
Intermediate to Expert Freestyle to Jib
Flat/Rocker almost Continuous Rocker Twin Shape
The Oh Yeah would be a continuous park rocker board if it wasn't for the little bit of flat between the feet. The rocker makes the board much more catch free but at the same time reduces the ollie power you would have with camber. It's not lifeless by any means but we have just experienced more from other boards. These days most people prefer the jibability of rocker and hybrid boards over the pop you get from camber. All in all it's a fun way to mix up your street experience. Despite the extruded base it still has some high end tech. The rubber rails adds a more forgiving flex and a little better dampness to the ride than before but we wish Salomon would do just a little more with the sidecut. It's better than a regular side cut but we'd like more. It's very loose and playful due to the minimal flatness between the feet and it makes the Oh Yeah a jib everywhere board. The Oh Yeah is a decent choice for anyone looking for a high end jib to street snowboard.
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How It Rides
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Rough
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Speed |
Average
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Flex |
Noodle |
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Rails/
Jibbing |
Excellent |
| Powder |
Average |
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Weight |
Light
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Carving
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Rough
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Pipe |
Rough |
Turn Initiation
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Super Easy |
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Edge Hold |
Average
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Switch |
Excellent |
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Jumps |
Average |
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The Good Ride Take on Salomon
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.
Salomon Oh Yeah 2012
Oh Yeah
- Sizes: 138, 143, 147, 151
    
Shout Out Loud
Easy Press core for on-point pressing over groomers and into the jib park. Oh Yeah! and Rocqualizer at this price? Stack more footy than "Girls Gone Wild."
Salomon Oh yeah 2012
| Board Size | Contact Length | Effective Edge | Max Stance | Waist Width | Tail Length | Nose Length | Set Back | Sidecut Radius |
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( mm / cm ) |
( mm ) |
( mm ) |
( mm ) |
( mm ) |
( mm ) |
( mm ) |
| 138 |
1000 |
1040 |
566 (22.3) |
237 |
190 |
190 |
0 |
7.1 |
| 143 |
1050 |
1090 |
576 (22.6) |
238 |
190 |
190 |
0 |
7.3 |
| 147 |
1100 |
1140 |
586 (23.1) |
240 |
190 |
190 |
0 |
7.5 |
| 151 |
1130 |
1170 |
596 (23.5) |
242 |
190 |
190 |
0 |
7.7 |
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The Good Ride Take on Rocker/Reverse Camber Boards- At first rocker tech was mainly for the park and powder. Now we are seeing many different riding styles of reverse camber and it's slowly establishing itself outside of the park as a viable solution. There is one recurring theme of adding extra edge hold between the feet that seems to be what most people are stoked on. Of course Mervin (Lib-Tech, Gnu & Roxy) lead the charge with the most edge hold and have rocker boards that ride as well or better than cambered boards. Many other companies have a solid understanding of the importance of adding a little extra edge hold between the feet as well. Reverse Camber is not for everyone yet but this year almost every company has a rocker/reverse camber or flat rocker board so don't be a hater and go ride a few. Some have a totally different feel that anything you have ever ridden and others are just a more catch free version of a traditional board. We aren't sure on how reverse camber will play out but we will say that thanks to reverse camber we are riding in new ways and styles that continue to make this sport progress. We thank Mervin and K2 for mixing it up and reintroducing functional rocker to our world! The creativity of the snowboard world has even lead to skiers hopping on our design bandwagon again!
