2021 Lib Tech Golden Orca vs. 2021 Lib Tech Orca | Head 2 Head | Curated

[@Curatedcom]

Make sure to SUBSCRIBE or click the link below to stay up to date on all of our snowboard reviews! bit.ly/curatedyoutube​

[@brynnmunday6773]

How is it possible that these Head 2 Head's keep getting better?? Pew Pew and Colby are really fun hosts.

[@sunti]

I have an Orca. Switch is very fun once you get some miles down. But deff sketch at first cus of the small tail. If you can master orca switch. It’s dope. Also insane on Icy conditions.

[@Yurisilveira]

Man, I love these recent videos you're making. They're objective and full of perspective.

[@colby87]

Thanks dude!!! Much appreciated 🙏

[@charleskaucic5047]

You guys are definitely better at explaining than the good ride dude! You also haven’t turned the comments off which is great!

[@colby87]

Glad you are digging them Charles 🤙 next season should be really fun, stay tuned and keep shredding!!

[@ianmichael9224]

I ended up getting the normal orca ,partially because the Golden was almost $800 . And for me ,I already have a good twin freestyle board so it wasn't as bad having a more powder specific one in the quiver.

[@rexmundi5180]

I only take my orca out on powder days, on a powder day we all know orca is king

[@TheDp1965]

Great review. Thank you. Cheers

[@sarahjaayx]

What an epic matchup, love it!

[@kamalmani695]

Love what you guys are doing. Great content. Is this Sunday River?

[@colby87]

Thanks dude!! This one was actually filmed at Mt. Snow in VT. Amazing spring weather and soft snow

[@aaronburela432]

Love the head to heads. I have a gnu gremlin and think it would match up well to a ride super pig if you guys have those laying around. 😉 would love to see binding head to heads mainly the rome asym tech vs a top notch convention design. Last thing I live the finger guns! Pew pew

[@Curatedcom]

PEW PEW!

[@alexandracerf9234]

what a golden vid

[@TwoSliceProductions]

HOT TAKE: Franco and Colby are better than Brad from the BA Test Kitchen

[@vnqvnq3]

Awesome review! Bumping into Colby and Franco at Sunday River would be amazing!! 🔥

[@colby87]

We would 100% take a lap with you 🙌🏻

[@eduardovivas7550]

Take my money!!!!

[@MC-tm2uy]

Hows the Golden in powder? Thank you

[@francodirienzo6031]

Unfortunately we didn't get any pow conditions but based off the characteristics of the board I think it'll ride pow really well. Not as good as the regular orca but I think the float will be there.

[@nolanosborne1551]

Can you guys do a review on the gnu banked county and the gnu hyper? Please and thank you in advance

[@jasonrobertson5479]

Wonder how the golden will do against the coming of the Apex Orca?

[@Curatedcom]

Apex is more freeride focused, beefed up version of the traditional Orca. Feel free to send me a message at the link below if you want more help dialing in the best snowboard gear for you 🤙-Sarah www.curated.com/experts/sarah.taruscio?e=sarah.taruscio&

[@neargrog685]

I’m still using a 2014 T.Rice Pro 164.5. Thinking of getting the standard orca. I don’t ride switch & will seek pow over tricks any day

[@Lauders75]

I have the Orca and the Flagship, which are both brand new, Ive yet to ride them, how would they compare?

[@Curatedcom]

Orca is a bit more playful since its volume-shifted and ridden shorter than a traditional deck. Feel free to send me a message at the link below if you want more help dialing in the best gear for you 🤙-Sarah www.curated.com/experts/sarah.taruscio?e=sarah.taruscio&

[@kruzsimons6756]

Would you say the apex orca is superior to both?

[@Curatedcom]

The Apex Orca is the premium version of the standard Orca so definitely top-of-the-line freeride board, it depends on your riding style and what you're looking to do. Golden Orca would be the most versatile of the three (more playful) Feel free to send me a message at the link below if you want more help dialing in the best board for you 🤙-Sarah www.curated.com/experts/sarah.taruscio?e=sarah.taruscio&

[@fvictor77]

Dude I wish we got the Golden for the keystone demo day!!!!!! Y’all are killin it.

[@snowboard_clips]

Now this is out of the way, time for Golden Orca Vs Mega Merc. Hottest board from last year (early drop) Vs this year.

[@Kyeuss]

How would you all compare the golden orca to the Black Snowboard of Death?

[@masonrubio9460]

But how does it handle this white drops and back country hits?

[@mbelanger]

Great review! Think you guys helped me pick my next board!

[@Curatedcom]

That's wonderful! If you want help getting a good deal on your board and getting some additional stuff for your setup reach out to Colby or Franco's Curated links in the bio

[@olivierrivas7092]

Hey I’m 200lbs and 5’10. I bought an orca 156 bc the 153 was out of stock u think I’ll be okay with that choice ?

[@francodirienzo6031]

I’m 5’11” and 210lbs and my orca is a 156. You’ll be good

[@brentwalk13]

Hi Olivier, I'm 6'0 and 165 lbs. I bought the 156 orca last year for the same reason. I recently had a chance to ride the 153 and to be honest it was really hard to tell the difference. I think the 156 is slightly more stable and carves better because it has a longer effective edge. While the 153 was slightly more nimble. Again very hard to tell the difference but I actually prefer the 156. If you're an intermediate to advanced rider you'll be able to handle the 156 just fine. Have fun with it. Its an incredible board!!

[@earlthompson5420]

Im 6’0 at 250 size 11 boot would a Orca at 159 be good for me?

[@choppa9786]

Hi I’m 5”2 which size orca golden should I get ? Love the video!!!

[@Curatedcom]

Hey there! Bobby from Curated here - sizing is more dependent on weight than height but unfortunately the shortest Golden Orca is a 153 that would likely be too much snowboard at 5'2". Good news is the Orca comes in a 138cm or 144cm, I would highly recommend looking into one of those! I’d likely suggest the 138cm Orca but shoot me a message at [phone] to get connected with me via Curated if you’d like some help deciding!

[@plass.3053]

Aren't those boards suppose to be freeride focused? Why are you not including the aspect it's made for?

[@3starsfell]

You two are awesome I Rode like that when I was 10

[@skunk929]

Im bout to buy one of these but cant decide between 161 or 157. I ride a 161 banana magic now. A little leery about downsizing. Thoughts?

[@Curatedcom]

Yo Skunk! EMBRACE THE DOWNSIZE MY DUDE! Hahahah seriously, my first experience on a volume shift was eye opening. It depends on a ton of factors - height/weight/boot size, experience level, terrain type, riding style, etc. Ultimately - YES to the 157 and no to the 161. I would honestly consider going a bit smaller - shoot me a message at 650-284-3325 to get connected with me on Curated.com and we can work together to figure out the perfect size. Cheers homie!

[@karljeffrey8960]

Would of loved to see the goldmember vs golden orca, as this board has replaced it. I own the 156 orca at 210lb and debating getting the 163 goldmember or 161 golden orca. Any advice?

[@tommygun2576]

Yeah but what about Golden Orca v Apex Orca? That's what I can't decide between!

[@pegas2929]

Whats your weight and height?

[@josemelitonreyna2012]

Just got my golden orca. You guys do a hell of a job with your reviews. Been snowboarding for about 3 weeks now. Hitting some powder is a feeling that can’t be described. Gotta hit up Jackson Hole before the season is over!

[@colby87]

Thank you Jose!!! Have you taken the Golden Orca out for a spin yet??

[@josemelitonreyna2012]

@@colby87 not yet. Gets in tomorrow. I’ll give it a go before the season is over.

[@4youreyesonly390]

@@josemelitonreyna2012 how was it ?

[@josemelitonreyna2012]

@@4youreyesonly390 she shreds Paul! Love this board! Can’t wait to go to backcountry & see what she can really do!!!

[@4youreyesonly390]

@@josemelitonreyna2012 how long you’ve been snowboarding for ? I picked it up pretty quick (black diamonds third day ) but I’ve only gone like three times . Think it’d be a good board for me too ?

[@CapsuleFilms]

im 5ft7 or 170cm and 160lbs or 72kg and 10.5US or 9.5UK . which size should i get ? theres 150 or 153

[@CapsuleFilms]

@Bobby Chadderton sick thannks for that. What bindings do you recommend for the 150?

[@Chaugar]

How do you test Orcas outside of powder?

[@Curatedcom]

We have to work with the conditions we had. Not everyone will be able to ride in powder (especially on the ice coast) and a lot of people look at the Orca and Golden Orca as a daily driver.

[@Curatedcom]

If you want to see how the Orca faired on a big powder day check out our head 2 head video comparing it to the harpoon. We filmed it right after a blizzard on the east coast kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKS1h6uJnLCfraM

[@MysticOzzy]

which one is more damp?

[@francodirienzo6031]

I'd say there about equal, both pretty damp boards

[@michaelbassetto2337]

What up guys - quick question: Just copped a 157 G.O. and am getting second thoughts on the sizing... im 6,1 230... You think I should have gone with the 161? Rn im riding a 159W... thanks in advanced!

[@francodirienzo6031]

I think you'll be fine, where do you normally ride?

[@michaelbassetto2337]

@@francodirienzo6031 Kirkwood is the go to

[@francodirienzo6031]

@@michaelbassetto2337 I *think* you'll be fine but you might find you want a little more in the deep pow you get out there. I'm curious as to what the 159W board was that you were riding.

[@andersbodin1551]

the magnatraction and the it being rocker dominent makes it so easy to ride and carve in shitty conditions, but i don't really get any pop out of the turns witch is a bit boring. I would prefer to have a camber bord on nice groomers.

[@masonrubio9460]

These boards are designed for huge riding not just groomers. Would love to see that video!

[@pegas2929]

The golden orca is sold out. What would you choose between Warpig and Orca ?

[@francodirienzo6031]

Personally I’d go Orca, having the camber zones make it more energetic

[@jasonrobertson5479]

Or super warpig?

[@jayc3723]

Thanks for the comparison! I own golden orca and also ride my buddy’s orca a lot. I really enjoy the shorter sidecut radius on orca though. Btw, I’d suggest more inclination on your heel side turns, instead of folding your hips. If you watch your riding, you’d find your upper body stays on the same position on your toe and heel side turns, which makes your riding unstable. The upper body should move to the counter direction where lower body moves.

[@MrChevy69]

Not true. Counter rotation is something that should be used sparingly. It’s better to keep the upper body aligned with lower body on both toe and heel side turns.

[@jayc3723]

@@MrChevy69 I don't mean counter rotation, which is a is lateral movement. I meant upper body should be moving to the different direction as the lower body so that the whole body will be aligned in a straight line with less angulation and more inclination.

[@Moondaka89]

Those boards look likes my boards. The Toltèques two fishs by Clone-ind. Boards Mades in France by Phil Le Bonge Master Shaper. If you love Snowboard you must try a Clone-ind, life is too short to wait. I am not a troll only a snowboarder.

[@lesterbro6029]

Salut . I know Tolteque 157, my friend has one. It is the best board I have ever walked in my life. Light, resistant, stable and fast and I think it fits in this category of Orca Gold. If it's better, I don't know, I need to try this Orca Golde. Au revoir et merci.

[@mhbrusch]

Entertaining Vid for sure and i like your content in general. I rode both. Good boards, yes. But totally overhyped. Plenty of boards outside which do their job better. And u dont look like a hipster in front if the lift. Unions installed would make the job complete :D But w/e They bite hard ice, yes true Orca Golden switch great also. Something for the fanboys/girls, oook.

[@stevros48]

What boards would you suggest over the Golden Orca ? Ive heard great things about the Gnu Gremlin

[@francodirienzo6031]

@@stevros48 The Gremlin has been our most requested board to review, we're trying to get on that early next season

[@Yuz909]

I got a capita kazu pro and if to compare. which one is closer to it ? the golden or regular orca ? thanks. i might go with the one that isnt as same as kazu pro board. so i can have both type.

[@hugoniggletz.5549]

Im 511 165 should i do the 153?

[@Curatedcom]

I'd go 153 if you're looking to keep things playful, the 157 is more hard charging at your size (more freeride focused) Feel free to send me a message at the link below if you want more help dialing in the best gear for you 🤙-Sarah www.curated.com/experts/sarah.taruscio?e=sarah.taruscio&

[@rohitanand-kumar4600]

Yall think i can i ride a 157 golden orca at 5"8 150lbs sz 9

[@Curatedcom]

Hey there! Alex here, snowboard expert @ Curated.com ( www.curated.com/experts/alex.v ) - to answer your question - I wouldn't recommend the 157 for your body build. It will be a bit too much board unless you plan on using it for big mountains or lines or are used to a bigger board. Hmu on my profile if you want to chat! 🤙

[@nickm2642]

I'm so torn between the 161 and 157 for the golden. I ride a 162MW now, and the 157 golden is just slightly wider than my current board which is a good width. So if I ride a 161 on the golden will it feel too wide or is that how it's supposed to feel?

[@francodirienzo6031]

Really depends on your weight, height and riding style more than anything. Hit me up at my profile we can chat about it more!

[@giacomoerriquens3427]

@@francodirienzo6031 Hi I’m considering getting the golden orca but I’m not sure about the size. I’m 5.10 / 180 lbs and size 9 boots. I spend most of the time riding groomers and some pow when we have it here in the east. Barely hit the park. Which size would you recommend 153 or 157? Thank you for your help.

[@ryanomalley3216]

@@giacomoerriquens3427 I’m 5’9 185-190lbs 11wide boot and ride a 157 golden orca. Supposed to ride the board 1-3cm shorter than your normal board. I usually ride a 159. The 153 will be more maneuverable in the trees and the 157 will be more stable for bombing and better in powder but less maneuverable. You could go either way. Might want to get now drive or now pilot bindings with such a wide waist width 26.3 or 26.5cm wide board with smaller feet size 9. Should help with turning with the skate tech. Hope that helps.

[@narrowistheway77]

This review should have been done with equal length boards

[@colby87]

They are actually the closest equivalent size. The orca is recommended 3-6 inches shorter than your normal board and the Golden only 1-3 cm shorter than your normal board. So the 157 and 153 is actually a good comparison

[@narrowistheway77]

@@colby87 I’m aware of that, but anyone who’s ridden them knows that the Orca still rides best at your normal size with a maximum 3cm less. They would have found carving was better on the regular Orca had they done this

[@colby87]

@@narrowistheway77 thanks for the input man!

[@willmontague7972]

@@narrowistheway77 I disagree, 153 orca and 157 G.O is the best comparison they could have done. I have both and those 2 sizes match up best for total surface area and contact points.

[@narrowistheway77]

@@willmontague7972 even snowboardprocamp says the same as I do. He bought the 153 first to follow the volume shift recommendation, and then later bought the 159 because in truth it just works better to go with your normal size. Note that they didn’t do a powder comparison from having ridden both in that condition but just assumed the Orca was better(which it is). So surface area is kinda irrelevant to the testing they did. In truth the added waist makes the Orca lay over carves wayyyyy better with the same effective edge length. The Golden Orca is a gimmick board, I don’t see it lasting long in the lineup when the Goldmember(or Climax) is already wayyyyy better overall. In truth, now that Lib Teach released the Retro Ripper I’d already recommend skipping the Orca altogether and getting that instead. I’ve taken the Retro Ripper 166 out on three deep powder days and it’s a dream come true, on groomers it rides like a 166 and in deep powder it turns like a 153. That board is the best powder/freeride directional board they’ve ever released. I own a lot of Lib Techs, I know what I’m talking about here. Long story short, if you’re riding the 153 Orca you’d probably love it more on the 156 or 159. But I’d still recommend the Retro Ripper over anything else for powder performance in their lineup

[@boardrfolif3]

We do understand orca is a powder board? Reviewing it in these conditions is beyond silly. If you want a powder hound go orca. All around mtn board or riding switch in the lines a lot the golden is a better fit.

[@colby87]

Nailed it! Exactly what we said! The Orca is much more versatile than a very powder specific board though, it’s a blast to ride everywhere.

[@Asdf7659sgh]

Not fair comparison

[@lynns0802]

Not sure if I can take a review serious from two guys who are at one of the best terrain park mountains on the east coast and don't even have B roll footage of them hitting the real terrain trails for the freestyle section. Potential viewers go else where for your reviews these guys are kooks.

[@earlthompson5420]

Ok i am 6’0 250 size 11 boot would 159 orca be suffice

[@Curatedcom]

159 would be solid at your size! Feel free to send me a message at the link below if you want any help dialing in the best gear for you 🤙-Sarah www.curated.com/experts/sarah.taruscio?e=sarah.taruscio&

[@facestamper5334]

Different lengths though. Should have ridden 157's