$400 Intermediate to Advanced All Mountain Freestyle Flat Camber Twin In 2010 this was a camber twin that made for a pretty decent $400 freestyle ride. For 2011 the Riot got rid of the camber shape and added flat camber which really changed the ride. In 2012 not much has changed with the exception of a few minor refinements. Flat camber is more prevelant these days. Some hate it and others love it. It's very stable like camber and good at speed. It lacks pop (we don't care what they say in the description) and it takes a bit of work to generate your own air. The Riot is a go anywhere do anything all conditions board at a reasonable price. The rubber they added to the rails really softened the flex and made the board more damp. It doesn't have an effortless float in powder like many alternative shapes but it does plane very well when it comes to riding to camber. If you like laying into an aggressive carve it will do ok but something is missing towards the end of the carve. This is a common problem with all flat camber boards. All in all the Riot has some strengths and weaknesses. If you like the
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.
Paradise On Popster Flat profile for catch free spin onto rails or jumps, the Riot's classic twin shape, Radial sidecut and Popster make it as easy going as Louif, who brought the comic book flavor to his favorite board.
Fast and poppy as hell on backcountry booters with a durable core and medium flex for getting after it in the city, the Riot is a one weapon arsenal for all conditions.
$400.00 Get Rowdy FLEX: 3 From Popster-infused power ollies through the trees to backcountry kickers or first tricks in the streets of Quebec, the Riot offers up stability and durability in a flexible freestyle shape. No matter where your backyard is, get ready to win your next game of S-K-A-T-E. Sizes: 149, 152, 156, 159, 162
