Rome Agent Rocker Snowboard 2012

Comments about Rome Agent Rocker Snowboard 2012:

For the most part, I love this board. Got it thru a rep late November. It's fast as heck, no death chatter, has sexy control all day, every way, it catches landings even the most awkward of my flops. Loves cliff drops, pops like whoa--throws me in the air off jumps. Love it for that. I'm a bit light for the board length, tho (135 lbs, 155cm) so carving in chunky/icy stuff can to be a chore. Probably won't be for guys who ride this stick (heh) and heavier people.

The one downside, which is making me debate switching up my board, is that it is NOT durable. It got nicked from a board knock on a lift, and the nick started swelling by the end of the day. It's surface coat is not at all resistant to any knocks or bangs. If you're in straight powder or you're super delicate with your board, no prob. But I'm a rough gal and this board doesn't hold up to my aggression. I've put a solid coat of epoxy around the tip and tail. Tragic.

Comments about Rome Agent Rocker Snowboard 2012:

A few things to consider while reading this: the board I had before this was a 2004 Salomon Prospect; the first shred session was in suboptimal conditions (45 degrees, man made snow, East Coast). I ride the 157.

I could tell from the second I strapped in that this butter stick was going to change how I ride. The MTNRKR hybrid camber made the ride much more forgiving than I expected. Remember though, I've never had a reverse camber profile, so its new for me. It holds a turn like a dream. A couple times when I went toeside, it felt like the back of the board kicked out on me, but I think that just means I have to tweak my stance a little. I dont mess with the park, but I do try to tap the natural stuff I find. It has sick pop but its still flexible enough to press and butter, though it might take a little more effort and leg strength. I don't think I could have picked a better board. Super pumped!