Comments on: Snowboard Review: 11-12 Roxy Envi C2 BTX

By: Shay

Shay — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 18:36:47 +0000

Natasha, it’s definitely a board that will last you a while in the long run but it won’t be as easy as other boards to progress on. But you can try it and start the adjustment to learning how to ride it. It might be easier than expected. For bindings, I’d suggest using your current bindings on the envi until you get used to the board. Then you aren’t changing two things at the same time.

Colleen, 153 is definitely on the larger size and 147 on the smaller size but more suitable to your weight but since you already ride a 150 sticking near that size is a good idea. Any other boards you are interested in?

Katfish, definitely an upgrade sounds like a good thing. All of those boards are great choices, the Envi and Lotus are a mix of reverse camber and the Push is traditional camber so definitely depends on what style you are looking for. Colorado has a lot of demo days as well if you want to demo the boards.

By: Katfish

Katfish — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 21:51:55 +0000

Shay,

I’m an intermediate/advanced rider and have been riding a K2 Luna, 157 for 10 years now. I’m way past due for a new board. I mostly ride groomed, pow, bumps, no park, in CO. I’m looking at the Roxi Envi, Arbor Push or NS Lotus (would love to support this CO company!). I’m 5’7″ 128 lbs. Looking to get a board to push my skills.

By: Colleen

Colleen — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 22:43:04 +0000

Hi there,

I am so glad you have this discussion going. I am in a similar position as a lot of the other gals on this thread. I am now riding a 150 Burton Feelgood ES from way back. I love how stiff the board is. I am a pertty good rider (mostly black and double black, love the trees and off piste, not much of a groomer lover). I am 5’2″ about 110 lb. I can’t decide if the 147 is too short for me, or the 153 is too much of a board for me. FYI, I also ride a Mahalo 149 in deep powder.

Thanks!

By: Natasha

Natasha — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 11:16:48 +0000

Hi Shay,

I just got this board yesterday. I live in the Northeast, and have been riding for two seasons, but still consider myself a beginner. I stick to groomers and I’m not really into park riding. Right now I have Rome Madison bindings (for my Arbor Eden), which I will use for the rest of the season. But would you recommend different bindings for the Envi? Also do you think this board is too stiff for a beginner? (I guess I’m feeling a bit of buyer’s remorse.)
Thanks

By: Shay

Shay — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 08:08:33 +0000

Kristi, haha dang it! That’s a tough one. The 147cm would be closest to your current size and something you are already used to but the 153 would be a bit more suitable for your weight, riding style. I’d see which size has the better deal, sorry you are in the middle of them.

By: Kristi

Kristi — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:44:49 +0000

Thank you so much Shay! So I’m going to go with the Envi, but it seems that the sizes are either 147 or 153, what one would you prefer for me? Do you think the 153 would be too big for me? Thanks again, can’t wait to hit the mountain with my new board!

By: Shay

Shay — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:53:14 +0000

Michelle, anytime!

Kristi, glad to help out! If you aren’t much of a park rider, then you’ll want the envi. It’s a bit more stiffer, quicker and charging than the eminence which is more playful. I think it’s definitely a good option for you and the conditions you are riding. You could size up to a 151-152cm if you feel like you want something more stable, charging or keep with your same size depends on your preferences.

By: Kristi

Kristi — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:43:00 +0000

Shay,
I’m looking to get a new board. I’m an intermediate rider, usually ride groomers, love hitting the powder, have been getting more into the trees lately and like to hit some of the natural jumps and lips but not much of a park rider. I have been looking at the Roxy Eminence and Roxy Envi, what one do you think would be more suitable for me? Or do you think there is another board that would be better? Also, I’ve been riding a Volkl board that’s a 148. I’m 5’5″ and about 125 lbs, what size do you think I should go with? Love your reviews! Thanks so much!

By: Michelle

Michelle — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 18:19:30 +0000

Shay,
Thanks you so much for your help.

Cheers,
Michelle

By: Shay

Shay — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:02:54 +0000

Lynn, that’s awesome to hear!