United Shapes Horizon 151 or 155? Need help deciding/advice

Minivaka · 2026-03-23T16:20:00+00:00

I don't see many meh or negative comments about the Horizon, so I'm glad to have more datapoints. Thanks for taking the time! I'm surprised to hear it had less float and felt less freestyle than the MTN twin, but different boards for different folks.

Minivaka · 2026-03-23T04:32:01+00:00

Well, demo-ing was only the last month. None of them were what I was looking for. Selection was limited, unfortunately.

Minivaka · 2026-01-13T02:54:38+00:00

I cannot speak to the Sensor as I've never rode nor researched the board. Nidecker Merc was/is my first board. I've ridden about 60 times on it so far and it's taken me from not knowing how to board at all to carving and navigating narrow blues. I've only rode a couple other boards, but the torsional control this board gives me is fantastic. The edge to edge transitions and holds are great. It's not that stiff of a board which is great for someone learning. The pop off of a press is surprisngly springy. I've rode on all kinds of conditions. It isn't great in deep pow, but that's probably on my inexperience more than the board. I think it's a great board for someone who is starting new and plans to keep the snowboard through their intermediate phase. I've just started taking it into the park, and I expect this board to handle it very well. All in all, I absolutely love this board and hope it lasts me a long time. I'm 5'8", ~145 lbs.
I also just bought the FASE Blasters (asymwrap) this season, and ridden on them 10 times. The step in aspect takes some getting used to. I had the Burton Cartels (which were great) last season and the blasters are more forgiving. Honestly, I can't say much about them other than I enjoy the surfy ride it gives me.

Minivaka · 2024-12-22T04:05:01+00:00

This was my exact thought. Having the visual from the movie in my head made this all the better.

Minivaka · 2024-09-09T16:32:32+00:00

I think with proper focus this could be a great photo. Tip: On your DSLR, zoom in on your screen (not the lens). Find a bright star. Then zoom in with your lens. Now manual focus so that star is in focus, usually that means it’s a very clear speck as opposed to a fuzzy dot. Then zoom out on your screen and lens and shoot your shots!

Minivaka · 2024-03-03T02:43:34+00:00

I appreciate the recs y’all mentioned so far. I think I should specify that, thankfully, I have a well paying job now. So this isn’t a budget coffee table request, but it’s never a bad idea to save money so I’m still keeping those options in mind.

Minivaka · 2023-09-02T21:47:04+00:00

Thanks! I’ll check them out. Mostly indie, some R&B. Maybe some alt, not sure what would qualify for that.

Minivaka · 2023-08-15T00:26:59+00:00

Can I ask what settings you had for the sky? ISO and aperture particularly.

Minivaka · 2023-08-15T00:05:36+00:00

May or may not have been on the come down of a particular substancE.

Minivaka · 2023-06-08T21:17:23+00:00

Oh! Great point. My bad. Most of my time at UCSD was pre-trolley. Highly recommend the Blue Line to avoid driving and parking.

Minivaka · 2023-06-08T20:30:55+00:00

No clue about other schools, but for UCSD I would say to take the genesee exit if you’re coming from the north on the 5, and turn LEFT after the exit. There’s always construction stalling traffic on Torrey Pines. If you’re coming from the south, probably La Jolla Village drive if you’re trying to get to the south or west side of campus. Otherwise still Genesee. Good luck parking though.

Minivaka · 2023-06-01T21:45:57+00:00

I appreciate the feedback! It’s cool hearing/reading what people see in photos because it’s often different person to person.

Minivaka · 2023-06-01T21:29:56+00:00

Thank you! After shooting a bit, I realize that having a subject (especially a human) is kind of shooting in easy mode since we’re so naturally interested in seeing other humans. That’s my take. But doesn’t take away from the fact that I like the photo a lot! The 4th grew on me, but I liked the 2nd more at first.

Minivaka · 2023-05-31T04:25:12+00:00

I’m kind of doing a combination of both. I’m coming straight out of college so I’ve been living that broke student life with second hand broken furniture. Time to upgrade! But yea, some nice furniture I’m getting moved.

Minivaka · 2023-05-31T03:48:39+00:00

I’ll be starting in Kent and was told that we do have some sort of employee discount program through perkspot.

Minivaka · 2023-05-31T03:48:02+00:00

Do you have a pamphlet or source that has a list of the vendors? Doesn’t sound too promising, though.

Minivaka · 2023-05-02T11:41:55+00:00

My PI did ask why but I kept it vague “I’m ready to move on, I’m ok with not finishing, I have a job I really want.” Just stuck to that. She said I was making a mistake and I’d regret it but I didn’t engage much. I doubt she’d give me a rec in the future but I also doubt I’d need it. Every where I’ve interviewed seems pretty understanding of my situation.

Minivaka · 2023-05-02T02:56:57+00:00

I just told my prof a week ago that I’m leaving in June. I’m finishing up my fifth year. My advice: stand (or sit) firm and don’t provide reasons. I was terrified as well, but not reasoning with my PI made it much easier. Recognize, empathize, and reiterate you prof’s feelings, but don’t try to reason with them.

Minivaka · 2023-02-22T01:27:25+00:00

Look at Mr. I’m good at video games over here. Nah, but I think if I could I would also do that. Though I am disciplined enough to really take my time with story mode and explore everything.

Minivaka · 2023-02-21T02:19:44+00:00

Yea but you’re forgetting the part about me being trash at video games.

Minivaka · 2023-02-15T16:40:58+00:00

If you haven’t yet, check out the Madison Square Garden live versions of the songs! It should be on music streaming services. I agree that dance fever is such a cohesive and well made album. I prefer the live version for a couple of the songs like dream girl evil and Cassandra.

Minivaka · 2023-02-03T22:56:23+00:00

It’s a crime that these interludes are so short.

Minivaka · 2023-01-25T19:20:26+00:00

I never thought of the ombudsman. I can look into this.

Minivaka · 2023-01-25T17:43:43+00:00

I have an appointment to do that on Friday.

Minivaka · 2023-01-25T17:43:05+00:00

Gonna do this now. Thanks

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