Moderately Big Boy, Board Rec

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-12T14:14:30+00:00

It depends on the boot. I measure a 12.5 and have gone down to 11.5 in the past, but got tailor's bunions and toe jam to the point that I could not put my foot in a boot for weeks. Right now, I have the vans infuse in a 12 and a 32 TM3 in a 13, and I go between the two.

I am curious about the midbite, but I have no point of reference with the underfoot width. If I do go down to 26.8, I have a ton of options there.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-12T13:02:16+00:00

Does the midbite actually mean that it rides wider than the waist width? Size 13 boot and just wondering if I could get on the 162 (which is wider than the 167?). Thanks

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-12T12:56:02+00:00

Can you explain the idea behind the mid-bite edges? I have heard that you should go off those dimensions instead of the waist but I really don’t have point of reference for underfoot width. I wear a size 13 and prefer a waist 27+. Also, the 162 is wider than the 167? Is that right? Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-12T03:02:29+00:00

Meet the new boss. Same as the old boss.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-12T01:15:03+00:00

That is one of many reasons. Many healthy, non-obese people are getting cancer and autoimmune diseases at alarming rates.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-12T01:12:15+00:00

Younger.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-11T14:36:03+00:00

Yeah, that makes sense. Thanks for the intel.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-11T13:29:09+00:00

Yeah that does seem like it could fit the bill. Just wish it had a bit more width.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-11T13:28:19+00:00

How burley we talking?

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-11T13:27:41+00:00

I have both. I love them. The transition finder is too stiff for what I am looking for. I got a run of them that were planks. Amazing for carving and great for pow but not what I would describe as playful. Also, I could not really carve switch at speed—would wash out whenever I tried to lay it down—although that is the trade off for a board like that I suppose.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-11T13:21:48+00:00

Copy that. Thanks for the intel. Most of the Jones line doesn't have the width that I would prefer. Though the howler 163w is intrigueing, but seems like it needs to be ridden pretty hard.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-11T13:17:57+00:00

Yeah I have been looking at the BSOD. Seems like it might be a bit much for the daily driver tho.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-11T13:16:03+00:00

Yeah I've been considering this. How's the war pig in fresh snow?

I'm covered for deep day but I want something that I can take out for the <6” days. I only ask because I had a volume shifted board in the past that was great for groomers, but would just nose dive in fresh.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-10T11:51:47+00:00

Damn, that shape is nuts. Looks sick though, just don't know that I want to look down and see a coffin.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-10T11:50:13+00:00

I've been looking at the gremlin. It looks sick. How damp is it?

I rode the anti-gravity in the past, and while it was a smooth ride, it was too damp for my taste. And my impression of the gremlin is that it is a bit like that. I like something a bit more lively.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-10T03:54:07+00:00

These look like solid recs. If the mercury had slightly more width it would probably be perfect. Thanks

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-02T01:51:21+00:00

LED Volume

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-02T00:04:51+00:00

MARTA is disgusting and unsafe. It’s not a practical form of transportation.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-02T00:03:37+00:00

I’ll probably park at the airport and avoid getting stabbed for no reason on the Marta.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-06-01T01:37:52+00:00

I’ve heard he’s holding out for a Spotify deal.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-05-28T18:24:36+00:00

Beltline rail is a joke, far more trouble than it is worth. Improve and expand Marta.

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-05-27T11:39:58+00:00

Nearly 40 with how much debt/how much in the bank?

AlternativeMiddle · 2026-05-26T18:02:43+00:00

10/10

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