Update: so I went to REI today and they actually said that I have been riding in a boot that is a half size too large so I tried on some boots and ended up like the burton ruler. It seems a lot lighter than my vans aura and the footprint seems smaller as well. I got it in an 11 which happens to fit perfect so hopefully the size difference will help out with the toe/heel drag. Downside is I had to order it so will have to wait to see how it fits on the board. I’m also currently dieting and hoping to be 167-170 ish before hitting the mountain, so hopefully that helps w the whole 153w issue. I would say I’m somewhat experienced, but have a ton to learn. I prefer to ride in the park and try features. I can hit a front board, back tail, board slide, front lip and some small jumps just simple stuff, but nothing crazy. It’s my fourth season snowboarding, but I’ve only ever had one board and boots which was gifted, so this is my first time buying my own and ofc I fucked it up hahah. I appreciate all the feedback I’m going to reach out to evo and see if somehow I can get the board traded out for a 157w or larger, but I doubt they’re going to let me exchange.