4.5 Stars Based based on 5 votes on 2016-12-27 16:55:21
Spec:
Pop Core Matrix
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Light and smooth flexing
StraightBiax Laminate
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90-degree off-axis glass fibers give a mellow, easy-to-control flex profile
Impact Base
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Baseline speed with added durability
Impact Plates™
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2.5 times stronger under foot
Impact Edges
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Beefier edges for added protection against rails and ledges
Edge Bevel: Jib (-3° base/-3° side)
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Extra bevel to minimize hang-ups on rails, ledges and boxes
Positive Camber
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Traditional positive camber delivers dynamic energy release from edge to edge and a ton of pop in the nose and tail
Available Sizes
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141, 145, 151, 154, 157, 159, 161
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DESCRIPTION: Not every rider gravitates towards the untracked line. Even on the most loco of powder days, some riders still head straight for the boxes, wall rides and kicker lines in the park. Understanding that mindset, the SDS created the Machine with a soft flex, extra width, and a menu of Impact technology. (Oh, and if you ever want to taste a face shot, the soft flex gives it tons of float.)
Strengths: absolutely wonderful, i would say its more for intermediate riders.
Weaknesses:
2008 Rome - Machine
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Simple ideas can be revolutionary. Ideas like putting metal edges on snowboards or selling bread pre-sliced. Or making a jib board for riders with size 11+ feet. When Rome created the Machine two years ago, it was the first series designed specifically for riding rails and park jumps with bigger feet. Armed with the Impact Plates™ and the new Im... More»
by Anonymous on 11.04.2024
Strengths: I have rode this board consistently since getting one in 2008. 14 years.. I broke my back in 5 places on this board (user error). I have been to a few Rocky Mountain resorts within the U.S. and have always brought this board with me. This board is the reason why I love snowboarding. Such a solid board if you got big ol` feet.