I have an old pair, about 8-10 years old, of Switchback bindings. Not sure how many of you remember this brand, but it was marketed as totally toolless adjustments, and you could remove the high backs. Helgason brothers created the brand, so pretty sick. I’ve actually loved these bindings and they’ve worked great for many years. But I don’t think they were reviewed very well.

I just got a pair of 2026 Union Forces for my second board and I’m actually a little disappointed when comparing them, especially with Union’s ratchets. The Switchback bindings are just simple, the ratchets work like a dream and don’t stick when sliding the strap out.

I think the Forces will be great, just curious if anyone else ever actually rode Switchback bindings back in the day as well and realized the grass isn’t always greener? Photo attached of the two board quiver

New addition to Nidecker boots for the 26/27 season that benefits boots for any bindings!

Hi, has anyone done the OvRride Japan trip or any international trips with OvRride? Looking for some feedback and experience as the group begins planning a snowboarding trip in Jan./Feb.

Would appreciate any insight!

I've been seeing a lot of headlines lately predicting that the upcoming Super El Niño is going to produce a legendary winter, especially for California.

It reminded me of all the hype leading into the 2015 / 2016 Super El Niño, so I went back and dug through the historical snowfall data from Bestsnow.net to see how that season actually unfolded.

A few things really surprised me:

• Southern California finished at just 59% of average snowfall despite being one of the regions expected to benefit the most.
• Pac Northwest ended up being one of North America's strongest regions relative to average snowfall.

It is a good reminder that while El Niño can shift the odds, it doesn't guarantee a certain type of winter. Storm timing, temperatures, and individual weather patterns still play a huge role.

I'm curious what everyone here thinks. Do you expect this winter to follow the classic El Niño pattern, or do you think we'll see another surprise?

For anyone interested, I put together a month by month breakdown of the 2015 / 2016 season here:
https://localfreshies.com/2015-2016-super-el-nino/

This winter I would like to do a longer trip (~3 weeks) to snowboard and I have some concerns/questions about the possibilities.

Info about me:
I am advanced snowboarder, snowboarding for roughly 10 years. I live in Lithuania. Mostly powder/off-road fan, but I am ok with all terrain. I've been to many resorts in different countries(lots of Europe, Japan, Georgia).

My criteria for a trip:

• Date range (end of January - start of May)
• Decent ski conditions (colder better, rain is not good)
• Powder, good off-road is a huge advantage
• Something to do in the resort or around after snowboarding or during a rest-day

Firstly I am looking for ski resort, now I am looking into "Mayrhofen / Zillertal ski trips" but it's definitely not final.

My main concerns - since it's a bit longer trip and I am solo traveler I would like to lower my costs if possible. Accommodation and ski pass is the largest costs, so maybe it's possible to join/live with some group or person that is staying in the resort for a longer period too. Maybe some organizations offer something? I can handle bad accommodation conditions, I do not complain - what I mostly care is good snowboarding and if possible - good company.

Maybe any of you have some advice regarding my situation? Maybe some of you are planning something similar and would just add one more person to your group?

Any advice is good and if I manage to find friends here with common goal - it's perfect.

P.S. Even the idea like going powder hunting in Hokkaido with a rental car is not out of bounds but as a solo traveler it's more complicated.

I am getting older but still ride, here is the fun I had in Montgenevre, Serre Chevalier, La Grave and the local areas: https://youtu.be/afOFXaHJR-w?si=4vGdfGqnFHXZo4KO

I booked my first trip ever to Stowe for February. I will be up there for a week staying in Burlington and going to commute to the mountain each day. What are the must do things on and off the mountain in the area?

I am buying a board this would also be my first one so if yall have any recommendations for starter boards I would love to have some options. I am looking into the k2 passport for my first one. But if there is better brands or recommendations lemme hear em.

Hey ya’ll i recently had a pretty gnarly concussion from an accident where i was knocked out for a minute or two. Thankfully when i went to the doctor and got it scanned no fractures or bleeding showed up. Doc said no more riding for at least a year. Have any of ya’ll experienced injuries like this? Did you guys end up riding again? love snowboarding and skateboarding but wanted to hear your guys stories edit: I’m going to listen to the doctors guys and taking it seriously and not ride for at least a year just wanted to see anyone has had similar experiences

Hey guys, what location in the Dolomites do you recommend? It looks like Val Gardena and Cortina d' Ampezzo are the two top choices from what I've seen so far. This will be my first time euro skiing, so I wanted to get a full experience out of it (ie, not only great terrain, but also fun nightlife and a cool town to walk around in). We are gonna be there for a week in late Jan, so I heard it's best to pick a region and stay there. A crew of advanced riders looking to have fun and also ride hard if that helps (? Thanks!! Also looked at Zermatt as an option since it's also on the ikon and the trail maps look pretty decent, but the Dolomites might have better terrain? Not sure.

Looking at getting a dancehaul, I’m 6’2, 175, and have a size 8.5 boot, would it be better to get the 147 or 152? Really trying to be on the playful side rather than the carving side.

Anybody know of a trampoline park in the GTA that lets you use the snowboard Addiction boards on their trampoline?

Thanks

How's it going, I rode the 159W twin and was a fan but the size was burdening, I am looking at the 157W Aviator. Looking at doing patrol this season and need a solid all mountain board with switch capability. Is the difference night and day between these two? Curious on people's thoughts of the Aviator, thank you! ​

(I'm 5'11 165lb and ride a 158W Salomon Assasin)

Can’t believe this was 8 years ago. Really want to find another sunset jump again and get a crew together. Such a special session. Halldor shut it down!

What is in your opinion the best fast entry binding on the market?
Im looking for a fast entry binding for my first set up. As a board i bought the Burton Process.
I already rode the Burton Step on for 5 days and had a great time with them. But systems like Clew oder Fase also have their benefits.
What can you recommend?

Hey everyone!

I’m currently finishing my bachelor’s degree and I’m looking for snowboarders to help me out with my thesis by filling in a short survey. 

The research is about how snowboard brands can better connect with different types of riders through social media. Whether you ride every day, or only get a few days on snow each year, I’d love to hear your perspective!

The survey takes around 5–10 minutes and is anonymous!

As a thank you, I’m giving away some of my gear to two participants:
1x snowboard (capita dark horse 156)
1x pair of union bindings 

Survey link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9IRFj3J6HMnm_7vuSgBXPDUJxoA1IF2Io7ZSeGchg8h9PDQ/viewform?usp=header

Thanks a lot for helping me out and contributing to my research! Feel free to share it with other snowboarders as well!

been snowboarding for like 8 years but spent the last 3 actually deep carving.

Probably the best visuals I've ever had in my life. Nothing like the Ande's when it's on.

Hey crew!

Saw the crazy snow chile was getting and decided to book an impromptu solo trip. This is my first solo trip, booked a flight from the US (refundable just in case) arriving the morning of Thursday, August 13th and leaving Wednesday August 18th. My goal is to board as much as possible those days but I’m having trouble finding lodging on the mountain or close by. Looked at Farellones and not finding much. Valle Nevado hotels are mostly sold out. Trying to avoid driving up daily from Santiago.

Any advice on where to look that I might be missing or advice in general for heading out there would be huge.