Rome Artifact 1985 Snowboard - 2009

I would def go for the Artifact. Rome makes really durable boards and they last for seasons. Arbor makes good decks, but in my opinion, not as good as Rome does. Maybe bec i ride a Rome Machine, and am super stoked to have ever picked up that deck, but i think the Artifact is the better choice between the two. Super playful and a park killer to the max. Plus with the reverse camber its super fun to butter, manual, and jib everything in sight. Rome for lifeeeee

You fluctuate 20 lbs everyday or weekly basis? I'f you're closer to 160lbs, get the 156.

depends what you like to ride... if you are riding park, rails etc. you'd be fine with the 144... but if you want to be able to freeride a bit more pick up the 150

this is the softest board i have ridden. its a noodle for sure

150 with your weight

i'd totally get the 144, i'm 5'8 and i wouldn't ride the 150

144 would be the better size but this board is mainly a jibstick, and is not the best option for all mountain stuff

reverse camber is going to handle better in powder because it's easier to keep the board from sinking, but this is really a jib stick. if you're going all-mountain, probably not the best board for ya.

yeah dude. Detune it for sure. Gives you a better sliding edge (no hang ups), and more powerful carving edge.

Thanks dude, I'm stoked, picked up the 153 last night, and it started snowing not even an hour after!

You could get away with a 153 no problem. Good length for your height. Check out the board graphic though, because as you change lengths the board graphic changes! Peace!

get the 150 for sure dude anything else would be gigantic

Go for the 153 man! You'll be stoked! Good for jibbin as well as hitting up the park!

Your just an inch shorter than I am and I also weigh 165. When I get mine Im going to get the 153 for jibbing and hitting groomers. so yeah. 150 might be just a tad short for you.

ya im 5'8 and i have the 147 and its great

150 wouldnt be too short for a jib stick but if you are going to do other stuff with it you should get the 153

uhhh if your asking if youll catch an edge prolly not, is got reverse camber and bronze edges you should be fin there. its just going to be unstable at speeds and you will have to land centered. i hope thats what you asked cause i had a hard time figuring your "question" out

With your weight (the most important factor when choosing size in a board) you could get away with either the 147, 150 or 153. Sure there's a big difference between those three sizes. So, as you stated you like to ride powder AND you're still growing- eliminate the 149cm. Now, which will you be riding more, Pow or park? If the answer is park, go with the 150, 153 if you like pow more. The 153 will still be able to hit rails and jumps just fine, so don't be afraid to choose this bigger size. As far as camber goes Rome puts it like this " A flat profile between the feet and 5mm reverse camber from inserts to contact points for locked-on rail tricks and a buttery, easy-to-press feel". Comparing that to Lib's Skate Banana which is rocker between the feet and flat underneath, you can imagine how different it might feel. The important part is that your contacts points will be out of the snow unless you're on edge. The Artifact is a fun board, ride it and see why many are buying this board year after year. Hope that helped.

i am 6'4 and i use the 156 ride kink and its perfect for me, so if you are an experience rider, and likes to do some park mainly jumps i would go smaller, the flex also depends on where you stance is this is a good board though i would suggest it

how tall are you?

check out the capita horrorscope. Its a awesome park board super flexy cuz of the rocker and skate kicks. It can hold a pretty good edge, but don't forget any soft board won't hold up that much at high speeds.

check out the k2 www rocker. it is extremely flexy and seems to do allright outside of the park too. i had the oportunity to ride both the artifact 147 and a www 148 this past seaon. i liked the k2 alot better.

lol i just got it too, im pumped. board looks of the hook.

i just got it and man i can tell its gonna be the sickest im glad you bought it man good choice.

I'm 5'4 and i got the 144. it will work good for you. wont be too long

these are nearly identical in construction. with the 1985, the tips are slightly stiffer, which equals slightly more pop. They really do ride differently, but I would say all in all the regular artifact feels a little softer.

The 150 is perfect for someone your size. However, you might be limited by the stance options as far as how wide you go- but I doubt it. my brother is the same size and rides a 147 and he just kills it in the park and has no problem keeping up with me on the groomers but does have a bit of a problem in powder.

hi,

i'm 6' 2" and weight about 160 and i ride a 153 fine. its a little small but spins like a champ

this can handle anything you have throw at it. I ride the WHOLE mountain, and have put 25 full days in this deck so far. Hasn't let me down in the least.

My cousin and I both have the Artifact 1985. It's great on the park. It's alright in powder. Him and I have both bombed down slopes on the board and it feels pretty good. Hope that helps your decision