These boards are a
newer model of the popular Propeller. They
feel exactly like the old model, so my ratings
remain the same. SB8 is one of the most
popular beginner Snowblades. They are wider
then the Buzz and are a little more comfortable in
the powder. The shorter length lets the rider
try more tricks without getting too high off the
ground. They are very good all around boards
however if you plan on riding them more then a
couple weekends a year, you will quickly notice that
you reached the limits. Since they are 84cm
long they are slower then other models. This
limits your airtime to 20-30 foot tabletops.
They are narrow, so there is practically no margin
for error on the landings. The boards are
narrower then most skiboards, and that paired up
with a small side cut, does not let the rider get
horizontal enough to feel the carves.
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GRADES
DURABILITY |
8 |
SPEED |
7 |
HANDLING |
8 |
POWDER |
6 |
JUMPS |
8 |
LANDINGS |
6 |
CARVING |
5 |
TOTAL |
48 |
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