The 2021 Libtech Dynamo Snowboard Review

[@jbbranum946]

Picked up a Dynamo 156 for my trip to Washington last Feb. Turned out to be deep as hell and all I had to do was move back my bindings and it handled pow like a champ. Now that I'm back home in the Midwest, moved my bindings back up for more of an all around board, park stuff and icey groomers. 30 yrs of riding and I've never had a board hold an edge like this one. 10/10

[@kevinhub57]

This is a sleeper for Lib. One of the best boards from Mervin right now in my eyes.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Well look who decided to leave a comment and let everyone know he hasn't been turned into a skin suit.

[@nicholasrichon5062]

Double Dip should make that sleeper list too.

[@admiralhood8646]

Who would get this over the riders choice?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@admiralhood8646 Someone that does harder carves.

[@brendancarroll3762]

wish it had a sintered base

[@hdunalaska]

You and sweeten convinced me to get one. It absolutely rips, boosts of lips and soaks up landings and drops. I’m in love.

[@caileanparis9998]

For other people looking to purchase. I weigh 155, and im 5'11". I got the 159 and its awesome. I snowboard mostly in Utah, and this thing hauls ass down groomers and icey conditions. On powder I set the bindings back and the board rides through it nicely. I got the 159 because I mostly rider groomers, powder runs, and I like to bomb down slopes so I wanted the extra stability for higher speeds. I did a side by side comparison of the 156 and the 159, and the 159 seems to have a more pronounced camber where as the 156 seemed much more flat to the ground with a less pronounced camber. Also because the 156 is thinner it has more flex to it. If you want a board that feels slightly more dynamic and quick turns, jibs, and tricks then id recommend 156. however if you want the stability and stiffer flex for going fast, powder runs, hard aggressive turns, and handling terrible conditions then definitely go for 159.

[@ivandrago5504]

Got my Dynamo out today and Angry is dead on. This board RIPS!!!

[@benjaminclarkin8973]

I love this deck so much that I rewatch this review when I need to convince myself that I don’t really need another snowboard…

[@gjl4101]

My bad about the question placement. Between Lib tech Orca, Dynamo, and GNU Gremlin which board would you pick? I am about 130lb and 5'7, ride mainly groomers occasionally get pow, thanks.

[@2002ark]

he isn’t lying. this thing rips. I’m completely in love with mine

[@b3nd3rkrsk]

Good day to you sir. How does it ride compared to GNU antigravity?

[@blowmountain1089]

Yeah good question

[@AngrySnowboarder]

It's more precise.

[@TheMicster1]

I kind of came by this board by accident. I got a 153 thinking mainly for park riding but this board just does everything so well. It’s better than my 160 super doa at everything except buttering. Now i’m thinking about getting another one of these dynamos 157 or 159w for my powder board and sell the super doa.

[@benjaminclarkin8973]

Sooooo pleased with this deck! I have 3 kids to get set up each season, so I’m usually last on the list for new shit. This thing is a blast. Rails turns of any size, super confident & consistent snap, and MagnaTraction is the real deal- trust me, I ride in VT🥶

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Want to make it better? Take it to a tune shop and ask them to put some structure in the base, game changer!

[@benjaminclarkin8973]

@@AngrySnowboarder Oh, she had a nice little sesh with a friendly stone-grinder before I even mounted her. I’m a big believer base structure. It’s “Bananas” that Mervin doesn’t seem to care about this, imo.

[@jamesmahoney1868]

Just bought one of these. I'm stoked to get out on it.

[@SpaceShipDalibor]

Is the 2023 version stiffer? I rented this model you reviewed and loved it! Nice torrential flex, great pop .. so I bought a 2023 model and it’s much stiffer and I almost can’t access the pop. Do you think that’s because the board I tried is a rental and was broken in ? Will my 2023 break in a bit ? Thanks! Love your reviews!! :)

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Could be a number of things.

[@laxplaysu91]

I bought one and you couldn’t be more spot on. Rips groomers, stable at high speeds, rode it down one of the chutes at the Cirque today in some powder and it was bomb proof.

[@slushyshredder666]

Love the slow jazzy background music

[@SpongingSteve]

Just got mine today can’t wait to take it out feels like a total blade

[@lieschhart3046]

Hey Avran, I (195lbs, Size 10) own the 2019 157 Capita mercury and i absolutely love it, but im looking for something for when im with my skier friends charging steeps. Would the Dynamo 161 be a noticeable step up? Would you recommend something else?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

That's more of a lateral move. Better off going with the TRS.

[@mohawkpathology]

Got my daughter the dynamiss as a second board (she learned on the Burton Stylus). Took it out today and now I can’t catch her!

[@Mounta1nKing]

Just picked this one up due to your stoked review on it. I think it will be the perfect compliment to my Orca for all those days that don't have pow. Can't wait to try it out. I really hope we get good snow this year. Two years of 70% (great year before that though) in the Tahoe area.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Good choice!

[@Luffemonster]

@Mounta1nKing How do you like it so far?

[@ryangiagnocavo4559]

Just bought this board thanks to Angry, I paired it with the Bataleon Astro Full Wrap bindings. Use the links people, this man gives good advice, give him some commission!🤙🏻

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Awesome thank you!

[@saltwaker]

Sounds like a great new Snowbird Board. My TR has been sparing with rocks and logs all season so I'll be ready later this spring.

[@harveyswick5792]

Hey Avran, any experience with Lib Tech’s Skunk Ape? I’m 5’9”, 195lbs with a size 12 boot. I’ve always wanted a Skunk Ape and don’t know why I haven’t picked one up yet. I was planning on my next board being a Skunk Ape until seeing your review of the Dynamo (as well as your underrated boards video). I’m mainly cruising groomers with my young kids, no park, small side hit jumps. Any experience with Skunk Apes? Side question - is the Dynamo too similar to Gnu’s T2B? I picked that up last season after your review.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Dynamo is way different than the T2B think of it more like the big brother of it. Haven't ridden a Skunk ape in years.

[@harveyswick5792]

@@AngrySnowboarder Thanks!

[@homealone5087]

Looking to add an all mountain freeride board to my quiver. In my current rotation I've got the slush slasher and yes jackpot. Probably going to be some overlap, but should I be looking at this? The nitro dropout? Something else?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Honestly this wouldn't overlap the others and would compliment them perfectly.

[@ksweden3455]

Hi angry, any differences between 19/20 and 20/21 models?, asking cause I can get last years model(sale), I am pretty close to your weight spec. just curios could you ride it 156 or it would be drastic change in performance ? thanks a lot.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

I could ride anything at this point. Honestly I don't think there was a change.

[@johnnykruick]

Awesome review! Would this fit the bill for aggressive, steep and technical terrain or would I be better off with something like an ejack or bsod?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

This is a solid option.

[@johnnykruick]

@@AngrySnowboarder thank you! Much appreciated

[@mudonsunday]

Hey Angry! Picking up a Dynamo this week. 6.2 200lbs size 12. 159W or 162w? Thanks for any help.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Kind of your choice on size.

[@JukkaliMx]

Hey Avran, this board seems awesome! I was actually asked to recommend a few boards for a friend who wants to progress into freeride, but he's still at the lower-intermediate stages (I'd say intermediate 5: can get down blues comfortably, but still struggles on blacks). Would this be a good progression board for him, or will it try to murder him if he's technique is not on point on every run? Thanks, keep up the awesome work!

[@AngrySnowboarder]

You need to know how to ride to get on this thing.

[@JukkaliMx]

@@AngrySnowboarder Not the Dynamo, then. Thanks! I'll stay with my current recommendations, then.

[@ricardovillalobos8052]

My LibTech Snake Kink "Rad Rick" is my daily driver but I have the Dynamo in a 156. Its brand new this season, still w sticker on it collecting dust with the rest of my quiver (shame on me, I know)... headin to SLC from Donner Summit in Tahoe next week and def goin to bust this out. Review to come! Thanks Mr Angry for motivation to send it... Not sleepin on this one any more!

[@connoredick1610]

For all-mountain resort riding I am currently on a 159w ejack from 2019. I am 6'2", 160ish lbs, 11 boot. I love the ejack but it is a little too much board for me--most days I am not charging hard enough to ride it how it should be ridden and I feel like I would progress faster/have more fun with a more playful board. I like laying trenches going fast on groomers, popping off rollovers, hitting small/medium sized cliffs and jumps, and charging in pow when the conditions are right. The ejack does all of this but makes you work for it and makes you look a fool when you aren't going hard. Would the Dynamo be an improvement on the Ejack for someone with my riding preferences?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

No. You're on the Terrain Wrecker level.

[@3lions668]

Hey man, Love the reviews. I’m 6’2 195, size 12 boot would you go with the 162 or 159 wide? Thx.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Either should work for you it just comes down to what you want performance-wise from them. 59 will be a little more nimble but the 62 will have more edge hold.

[@tommypidgeon9397]

I'm looking to pick up something from mervin with c3 and magne traction for an everyday driver on ski patrol. (East coast) . Looking for solid on ice, groomers, and mild powder. I'd like to fill the gap between my RC C3 and BRD (that's less cumbersome and easier to skid than the BRD) to slap some step-ins on. Is this the ticket?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

It'll work have you looked at the Anti Gravity from Gnu?

[@MysticOzzy]

hello, which one would be more damp this or GNU Banked Country? Thank you very much.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

I haven't ridden the Banked Country yet so I can't comment on that.

[@ScottLindenbaum]

That was a glowing review. Is there anything else in the Lib lineup that performs even close to this board?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

The TRS is close as well as the Gnu Essential Service

[@jwconstruction9065]

Skunk ape

[@Spisters]

Hey Angry, nice review, I moved from a 1998? 156W Tear Yea that I had forever. I was super competent on the old board, able to fly down the mountain, jump, all that. I'm having a tough time with the Dynamo, not keeping my edge in the ice and getting it to come around on turns. I see you pointed out on another persons comment that this is a demanding board, do you think I should try a more forgiving modern board? Thanks.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Probably.

[@Spisters]

@@AngrySnowboarder Any specific recommendation? I'd like to be able to use the Dynamo eventually, do you think I just need to get use to the modern tech before I'll be able to handle it? Thanks for the response.

[@taylorthruelsen324]

Love your review. I’m going to bring you back a couple of years. I’m riding the 2015 lib Tech Darker Series 161. C3 btx with banana and magna. How does this Dynamo hold up to it in comparison? Thank you and cheers.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

It's modern, that board is not.

[@mudonsunday]

Hey Angry! I know how you feel about the Orca, how would you compare the 2? Thanks.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Well ones a volume shifted board and the other isn’t so that right there puts them in different spaces.

[@vladselsky5427]

47 year old intermediate rider wishing to advance (carving, side hits, and better competence in trees). Predominantly east coast resorts 10 times a year. I recently upgraded my 12 year old Burton Custom with a Jones Stratos 162 and really don't like it. It was a hasty purchase and wrong board for my level and style. It's chattery and difficult to maneuver in harder uneven snow. Did not feel confident at slower speeds. I'm 6'0", 180 pounds, 10 shoe size, new Union Atlas bindings. Would you recommend Dynamo? Your comments/reviews about Antigravity, Algorythm, and Mercury also caught my eye but I'm open to anything. And stick with 162 or go down? Thanks!!

[@AngrySnowboarder]

No I wouldn't because you'll end up with the same issues.

[@vladselsky5427]

@@AngrySnowboarder 25 years riding but definitely focused on improving my techniques. Is there a board you'd recommend?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

You need something with a more oldschool feel. I'd check out the Nitro Suprateam, Korua Transition Finder or Otto.

[@christiangonzalez1779]

How would this stack up to the Terrain Wrecker? Was looking at a 154 TW vs 153 for the dynamo at 5'7 and 155lbs

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Stiffer, more aggressive, better sidecut.

[@SuperBluemoon3]

looking for a board for our cousin - he's ridden rentals nd now he's looking for a do it all board.. I'd say he's beginner / intermediate rider would this board be to much for him - or would it drag him up and bring his level up ? great review

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Yes it's too much board for him. Get him a Jones Frontier.

[@wolfendire4583]

Having trouble deciding between the Dynamo and the Korua Otto. I do ride a lot of switch, but don't spend much time in the park any more. Which would you choose?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Dynamo.

[@kylewestmoreland6043]

Would you recommend this board or the ejack knife for an all mountain resort board that floats well in pow?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

I'd go with this.

[@Jareddeck]

@@AngrySnowboarder hey, similar question. This or the super pig for an all mountain board that is good in the pow? Thanks.

[@kylewestmoreland6043]

@@AngrySnowboarder I’m gonna place an order on an end of season sale. I’m 225lbs, 6’ and size 9 boot. I want this for all mountain in Utah, haul ass on groomer, ride powder, and side hits. Should I go 159 or 162? Will I feel more comfortable at speed on the 162?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@kylewestmoreland6043 62

[@bradyg621]

Hey Angry, I’m trying to decide between the Lib Tech Dynamo and the Rome Ravine. I’m 6’, 230, sz 11. I mostly ride groomers with my kids, but want to be able to charge the mountain and attack anything. 20yrs experience, but not much into hitting any jumps. I’d like to start hitting jumps and progressing while still being able to shred with the kids. Any suggestions between the two boards and size would be greatly appreciated. Thnx

[@AngrySnowboarder]

I'd go with the Dynamo for your specs as the regular Ravine will probably be too soft for you. I'd look at something in the 59 to 162 size range and wide.

[@bradyg621]

Thank you!

[@Luffemonster]

So, Dynamo or Instrument for all moutain and also variable/no pow/man made base layer snow showing up from underneath later in the day conditions?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Dynamo

[@Luffemonster]

@@AngrySnowboarder nice, guess I just have to buy one. Got any binding recommendations for it?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@Luffemonster Bent Metal Transfer, K2 Formula, Union Atlas

[@Luffemonster]

@@AngrySnowboarder How is the Dynamos flex compared to the Surfari and the Maelstrom? You list Maelstrom as comparable, but it says 8/10 stiffness. Looking for a board that is not as stiff as my Surfari and more playful.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@Luffemonster well those numbers don’t mean shit, but flex wise they’re all about the same. You probably want the Instrument as it’s noticeably softer.

[@gem4teen]

For bindings: Mini disc or Standard disc for the Dynamo? Specifically, Union Falcor or Atlas?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

How much lateral play you want in the binding.

[@philipk7898]

Hi Avran! Great reviews. Thinking of getting a Dynamo. I already own a Boxknife, a Surfer, a Slush slasher, and an Optimistic (the black and grey one you reviewed a couple of years ago). Too much overlap somewhere? (Yeah, I don’t need another board, but you know)

[@AngrySnowboarder]

There's some overlap between Boxknife, and Optimistic but it more or less fits between the two.

[@philipk7898]

@@AngrySnowboarder Thanks Avran! Any thoughts on size? I’m 5’6, 150 lbs and 8.5 boots.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

I think it comes in a 53.

[@nealmcgarry5283]

If you were deciding between this and the GNU antigravity which board would you go for for doing more freeride less freestyle?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Dynamo all day.

[@Chris-cw8ey]

Riders Choice C3 review coming?

[@tommyweed5614]

Yo I got last years model and I fucking love it for pretty much anything you need to do on the mountain.

[@caileanparis9998]

other than the visual artwork on the boards, is the Libtech 2020 exactly the same as the 2021 model? Lib-tech doesn't show their 2020 model on their website however EVO shows them to have exactly the same specs. Just curious if you think the 2020 dynamo would ride just like the 2021 dynamo.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Should nothing changed but the graphic.

[@nikossevastakis8519]

I have the 2020 Lib Tech Dynamo. Is there any difference between mine and the 2021 model apart from graphics...??? Specks seem to be exactly the same.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

No.

[@erezra]

At the risk of getting chewed out by you, how does this board compare to the Nidecker Tracer strictly for groomer carving? Not looking to jump, jib, switch, tree, pow or butter, just carve on groomers. OK, fine, how do they compare on bumpy resort snow at the end of the day too?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

The Tracer is more smooth on edge and has a more effortless transition from toe to heel. This is more of a deck for someone that's going to lay down a carve, rip some trees, boost a sidehit. This will be far more damp than the Nidecker just due to the construction.

[@ivandrago5504]

Why not just get both?😜

[@clayton18370]

Thanks for your reviews, after seeing this I demo’d one then after a day of riding it. I snagged one for myself

[@danielodowd9755]

I’m 6’1 160lbs size 12 1/2 boot looking to buy my first board I rode my buddy’s signal disruptor 158w for this first season....looking to get this board would you go with a 156W or a 159W

[@AngrySnowboarder]

56w

[@michaelsullivan3723]

How does the Dynamo compare to the ‘20 Mullair? I’m 6’1” 165lb w size 11 Ion boots, riding the 161w. It’s great, just anything other than straight up bombing it feels like a lot of board to wrangle. Not sure if it’s bc I’m on the wide or not... but just all and all feels wide and stiff. Curious if Dynamo would be a hair softer, nimble and playful if i go w a non-wide ‘59.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

It's softer for sure. The issue is you're riding a board that's probably about 5cm's longer than I would have put you on for your specs.

[@michaelsullivan3723]

@@AngrySnowboarder Wait, 5cm? Wow. What do you think about needing to be on wide vs regular board w/ a size 11 boot. Burton Ions allegedly have shrink tech but I'm never sure if its legit or not?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@michaelsullivan3723 As long as it's 25.5 to 26 at the waist you'll be fine.

[@michaelsullivan3723]

@@AngrySnowboarder How does the gnu antigravity compare w/ dynamo, I've heard they're similar?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@michaelsullivan3723 somewhat similar somewhat not. Same camber profile but the ride is a little more playful on the AG while the Dynamo is a bit more precise and powerful. If anything I’d say AG is more for progressing intermediate or someone laid back while Dynamo is more for an advanced rider that is powerful. In terms of being like the Mullair The Dynamo is the closest but you’re be better off looking at the essential service

[@Grudzien34]

Hey angry, would you recommend this board or the capita bsod, I m an advanced rider ( 20+ years ) I don t ride park ( jib ) but like to hit jumps on natural terrain, carve on groomers, go fast and the occasional pow in trees, thanks

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Both!

[@Grudzien34]

@@AngrySnowboarder thanks

[@Grudzien34]

@@AngrySnowboarder Just bought the Capita bsod with Now pilot bindings, cant way to ride it

[@richardenzmann1832]

Thanks for the review:) how is it comparable to the Rossignol Angus?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Angus is a little looser in and out of turns. This is damper of a ride.

[@richardenzmann1832]

@@AngrySnowboarder thanks for the answer!

[@TheMicster1]

I have been riding a 156 angus for a few years and like it a lot, i recently got a 153 dynamo kind of as more of a park board for me but it rides as well in the powder as the angus. i had a little trouble in super heavy deep powder but i suspect anything will have a tough time in that. So i switched bindings that super heavy powder day and the angus was about the same IMHO. Loving this dynamo, i want another longer one now.

[@SA1upsb]

I been seeing that Gnu t2b in the background of your vids for awhile now and I'm really curious about your thoughts on it because on paper (and comparing them side by side in store) it seems really similar to the dynamo + a sintered base. Do u plan to release a review of it?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Reviews done. It's sitting parked on KZbin.

[@davidspliffingston5349]

Hey, I'm trying to decide between this years Dynamo or last years. Is there any difference apart from the graphics?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Save the cash get last years.

[@davidspliffingston5349]

@@AngrySnowboarder the thing is, I’ve found this years for cheaper but I prefer the graphics on last years. That’s why I’m wondering if there’s anything else different about them.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@davidspliffingston5349 then buy this years. It’s just graphics.

[@jozeflaufer]

Hi, how does this board compare to the swiss knife? I ride a 158 swiss knife, its a super fast board, great for carves and steep pow. I just wish it was a bit more forgiving and playfull

[@AngrySnowboarder]

It's a little softer and more approachable.

[@jozeflaufer]

@@AngrySnowboarder thanks, great reciew btw!

[@hdunalaska]

How’s this compare to the ejack knife? Trying to decide between the two.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Little more stiff in the tips and torsionally. Better sidecut for ripping hard carves.

[@10luberda]

I'm rocking the C3 Lib Tech hot knife how would you compare this to that the hot knife is exactly what you said a charger

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Little more directional than that.

[@TheEsoxAddiction]

Been out on mine twice now. Super nice board. Review is spot on

[@brockmydlar2238]

Which would be best for free riding and carving lib tech Dynamo, Bataleon Thunder, or Niche Maelstrom.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Dynamo.

[@brockmydlar2238]

@@AngrySnowboarder thanks.

[@LANSpace211]

when did you film this? after your break? seems like this Avran has more energy lol

[@AngrySnowboarder]

I think in November.

[@McStunna]

Been wanting to try this one. What’s your opinion on Dynamo vs Banker for a super carvey freerider?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Dynamo over the Banker but just by a hair. Little damper, more locked in on edge obviously because of the Magnetraction, has better snap (but that's because the one I rode is new, I think once it breaks in it'll have less snap than the banker).

[@minchin8]

Nice review, love this board although the dealbreaker for me is how slow the base can be, it has poor turn initiation at slow speeds and struggles in mellow deep powder runs like Japan. Know of any boards similar that have a sintered base and better turn initiation on low pitch runs?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Go get some structure in the base then.

[@MrPrunecandy]

Just grabbed one of these instead of the superpig for my new all mountain/freeridish DD. I went with the 156 (170lbs, size 10 boot) and can't wait to take it for a spin

[@rileyseaman5671]

Your thoughts?? I’m between this and the super pig

[@MrPrunecandy]

@@rileyseaman5671 after riding my buddies pig this thing is way more free ride oriented. I just have a hard time imagining (or feeling) a volume shifted board being good in big mountain conditions. The dynamo was much more stable even though the stiffness was similar. The super pig just felt like a stiff party board which isn’t what I needed.

[@rileyseaman5671]

MrPrunecandy is the dynamo solid for right carves in the trees and hitting some mogul runs, while being great for off piste powder, and bombing a groomer? I like hitting natural jumps and kickers and would do jumps in the park also, want something I can command and rip in the trees and out, powder or no powder

[@MrPrunecandy]

@@rileyseaman5671 this thing bombs. Great in powder. I did size down to the 156 so it would maneuver better in trees/tight tricky stuff and it seems to work for that. The pop of the c3 makes it a side hit monster imo. Barely have to load up to pop off. I think you’d enjoy it.

[@rileyseaman5671]

MrPrunecandy I appreciate the info! I’m 157 lbs, 5’8 with like a 10 - 10.5 boot, i imagine I should go down a size from 156? Not sure

[@komakie]

You are so positive on this board. I almost want to buy it. I'm actually looking for a new board and I'm having a hard time desiding. Maybe you can help. I'm 6.3 and about 220LBS with a boot size 11. So I'm a big boy. Good part about that is that it narrows down what's available. Been riding for about 25 years. Most of them as a teacher as well. I used to be a bit more all mountain. Actually doing everything. From Powder to park (except rails. Hate those) But nowadays, being a bit older, having a bad back and riding a bit less I'm leaning much more towards freeriding and powder. Laying down big carves and ending up in the pow. Not riding any park. For the really deep powdays I have a Volkl Selecta, but as a every day driver I'm looking for something else. Right now I have a 4 year old T.Rice. It's was good for the way I used to ride, but now it seems a bit boring. Turning is easy but I don't get a lot out of it and I almost don't using it for freestyle stuff. I do ride some switch but that's mostly for teaching. I can do that on a Selecta as well. So looking for a new board I narrowed it down to 3. The Dynamo 162W, the Ejack 162W and the Jamie Lynn 166W. (Yes, I love Lib and Gnu boards) I feel they are all freeride but also different and I would really like a bit more info about the difference between those 3.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Ejack is more all mountain freestyle than all the rest. Dynamo is kind of the do everything out of the bunch. For what you're describing the Jamie is probably the way to go.

[@komakie]

@@AngrySnowboarder Nice thanks for the advice :)

[@patrickritter7498]

Thanks! Bought the dynamo and love it! Now I am looking for a second and more freestyle oriented board to go out and ride with my kids. I would like to progress in butters, go to the park (when they have snowboard lessons) and still carve with a good edgehold. Would you recommend a gnu finest? I am 47, bootsize 8.5, 5'8, 165lbs. Which size should i choose? Thanks again und greetings from Switzerland

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Finest might work for you. Might also like a Gnu Headspace or a Lib Box Knife. Otherwise a Rome Agent stands out as another option.

[@jsburns89]

6 foot, 165-170 lbs - I have a hard charging Niche Aether 159. Should I go for the 156 on this one? Looking for something more nimble than the Aether.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Honestly I think it would be too similar to that board to even justify going down. You may benefit from getting a board like the Korua Tranny Finder, Rome Ravine Select, or a Jones Stratos.

[@jsburns89]

@@AngrySnowboarder thanks a lot, super helpful. Appreciate you

[@reggiepf]

how does this compare to the current ejack knife? i'm on the dynamo this season but i might ant to go stiffer

[@AngrySnowboarder]

That's going to be a splitting hairs decision. If you want stiffer you probably want to look at something other than the EJack.

[@reggiepf]

@@AngrySnowboarder Thanks, I'm currently on the 156w which is too short. I'm 5'11 160 lbs. would you suggest the 159w or the 162w when it comes out next season?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@reggiepf At 160lbs I wouldn't go above the 159w.

[@callumcopley6780]

Hi im 5.9 would a 156 or 159 be better .heard some people say it felt better im 156

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Well around here we size based on weight and boot not how tall you are.

[@callumcopley6780]

@@AngrySnowboarder hi thanks for reply I'm size 9 UK boot and about 85kg

[@AngrySnowboarder]

56 for more nimbleness and lower angle terrain with lots of trees, 59 for more wide open hard charging.

[@callumcopley6780]

Thanks

[@ungerlj87]

Torn between the dynamo and gnu hyper

[@Zakbass84]

Ugh I was dead set on a doa now this review comes out and it’s back to square one

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Two different boards that ride entirely different.

[@TheEsoxAddiction]

Love this board. I didn't see this review till after I purchased it, but you're spot on. 👌

[@greglemieux2644]

So you like this but not the Gnu 4 c3? They aren’t similar? I want a 4

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Then go buy a 4.

[@LOMIVRAT]

Lib Dynamo W, Lib Skunk or Gnu antigravity W? I m 209lbs, 5,9 and boots 11; I have good deals on them..I mostly do carving, pow, sometimes woods. To fat and to old for park:) Over 20years on board Thanks! Cheers from Croatia/EU

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Dynamo.

[@skylarnathanson4711]

Love the lib! Dynamo sounds like a softer version of my worlds greenest snowboard- anybody know anything about that board?

[@osiris1828]

Is this Austin Sweetin’s pro model or does he just ride this board a LOT?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

I think he just rides this a bunch.

[@maxs.3479]

@@AngrySnowboarder I saw the Froth Goblin casually hit a massive 50ft drop at Baker on his first run of the day. Its a shred sled for sure but he could also probably ride down the mountain on a popsicle stick better than most could on a snowboard.

[@joeb4927]

Would you recommend this for a low level intermediate who likes speed but struggles on ice?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Possibly, just know there will be a slight learning curve.

[@joeb4927]

@@AngrySnowboarder would the Capital mega merc be too much of a learning curve?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Do you have a death wish?

[@joeb4927]

@@AngrySnowboarder lol thanks for the warning! I was also leaning towards the black snowboard of death 💀😄 i'm finding it hard to choose! I want a fast board with damp and control but light enough to jump easy!

[@thefluffyjezuz]

Hey, trying to decide between the Dynamo and the Terrain Wrecker, for a 2nd board. I currently only have a Horrorscope, and want something I can feel more stable on at higher speeds, and start to get a little into backcountry riding with.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Terrain Wrecker would be the logical progression from the Horrorscope. But if you're going to ride the backcountry go take a level one AAIRE class, get your wilderness first responder, and learn what you need before you venture out.

[@thefluffyjezuz]

@@AngrySnowboarder ok yeah, I was thinking it would be a bit easier if a transition but wasn’t sure if that necessarily made it the right move, and for sure will before getting into any actual back country, for now just looking to get into some side paths

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@thefluffyjezuz then you mean slack country. Big difference.

[@ddfcoold]

somehow the awesomeness described reminds me about snow mullet that i used to have and can't get enought of it, i literally almost shred her to pieces, one of my all time favs, been looking at BRD last season (because they seem to split snow mullet into 2 - brd and dynamo) and now on dynamo, how does they compare?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

BRD is more laid back, little more damp and less lively, and at the end of the day nothing special.

[@landonrainey8141]

Would you say the dynamo is pretty closely related to the Nitro Banker?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

No.

[@laxplaysu91]

how would you compare the dynamo to the brd?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Shapes different on them so that changes the dynamic of how they ride. The BRD is more freeride while the Dynamo is more all mountain freestyle.

[@jwconstruction9065]

Thats how I feel about my skunk ape W C3. Libtech is the best Can't wait to try Dynamo

[@denislavrusulov8666]

How does the dynamo compare to the jamie lynn?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

More torsional flex, different sidecut, little more accessible flex.

[@jwlbrace]

Any similarity to last year’s Essential Service before Merv made that C2x?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

There's a little overlap but not much.

[@jwlbrace]

@@AngrySnowboarder thanks Avran - switched up an order from the ES to Dynamo based on this... appreciate your great work

[@juanpallares8557]

similar to capita mercury? I’ve snapped two, hoping lib has better construction

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Less Mercury more Black Snowboard of Death.

[@JeffreyMeng1993]

How does it compare vs BSOD?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Watch the reviews of both and find out for yourself.

[@joshdonoghue6686]

Hey Avran, I’m wondering if I’m going to be too big for this board (6’4”, 245lbs, Size 12 boot). Also, how would you compare this to last year’s Skunk Ape?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

There probably isn't a size for you unfortunately. Pretty sure the Skunk Ape is in the same realm of this board.

[@joshdonoghue6686]

@@AngrySnowboarder Thanks Avran. I appreciate the info.

[@liamcondon225]

This or and evil twin for and all around board for the mountain. East coast rider , very experienced , mainly back double blacks and speed runs but progressing back into park as well

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Are you worried about edge hold? Yes? Dynamo. No regard for edge hold and want it full on freestyle, Evil Twin.

[@liamcondon225]

@@AngrySnowboarder alright I appreciate the quick response I'd prolly have to connect with ya somehow to chat more abt it it's a long story but I've been on a artec gabe taylor board (white with crowns) for idk 12 years.. got it in HS and well I just rode it like I stole it ya know I was an instructor for a long time , I used to he big into jumps etc till I got injured a few times in sports so I focused more on speed , moguls and woods , and this was all done on a board I was well beyond skill and size wise lol. So I feel like anything is gonna be better and compliment my riding style compared to what I'm on. I like 3bt tech, but I am a speed and 90% of time I'm on the mountain not the park but this year getting a pass again possibly I'd have more time to focus on getting back into park feature nothing super crazy mainly jumps but you get the idea I'd assume. But I'm a ◇◇ type of guy mainly

[@liamcondon225]

@@AngrySnowboarder let me know!

[@nicholasrichon5062]

From their write up: "Like a timeless complimentary shot of espresso right in the eye." That alone had me wanting it. This review sure does help though.....

[@michaeljones7457]

This or K2 alchemist for groomers/resort board?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Sure.

[@michaeljones7457]

@@AngrySnowboarder My man.

[@michaelprovost-cardinal2361]

i want to get a dymano but i feel like every lib board i see gets delaminated should i be scared of mervin made board?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

I don't know I'm not your conscience.

[@MegaCrush54]

Good review !! Please, make a review of the Lib Tech BRD !!!

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Search is hard. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioKag4Kho6d4jKs

[@ivandrago5504]

Kevin’s BRD review is also dead on. Wanted to love my BRD but ended up selling it and replacing it with the Dynamo. The Dynamo just carves so much better. For me personally, it’s not even close between the two.

[@MegaCrush54]

@@AngrySnowboarder Any posibility of a new review made by you ? 🙂

[@johnnykruick]

@@ivandrago5504 how would you compare the float of the dynamo and BRD? Considering replacing my BRD with the dynamo also.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@MegaCrush54 But that has Kevin.

[@bricetolbert9601]

156w or 159w for 6’3”, 175lbs, size 11.5 boot?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

56 if you want it for more nimbleness, 59 if you want it for more outright hard charging.

[@bricetolbert9601]

@@AngrySnowboarder just snagged the 159w, thanks!

[@neil_b4_zod]

Hmm first time coming across this board. Your praise has me really curious. I was thinking Golden Orca or Yes Hybrid for a new deck, but I guess I should check this thing out before pulling the trigger.

[@Bertiemang]

Gremlin or Dynamo for carving/pow? Trying to compliment my already Riders Choice and Finest.

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Get the Gremlin.

[@daves1666]

@@AngrySnowboarder what categories are the Dynamo better than the Gremlin in?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@daves1666 All mountain use and being less specialized.

[@sotirisapostolopoulos9257]

maelstrom or dynamo?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Yes.

[@fizzled95]

What's your opinion of their TNT base vs. a sintered?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

That I don't pay attention to that shit.

[@rileyreynolds2663]

I bought this board. The base sucks. Everything else is good. If you are used to a sintered base from other companies you will be disappointed. Feels like you are putting on the brakes when you start flat basing.

[@fizzled95]

@@rileyreynolds2663 Interesting. I have the Box Knife & it has a sintered base - seems pretty normal from what I can tell. I had the Dave Lee model from a long time ago with the TNT base and I don't remember it being all that slow. But I could be mistaken. That was a loooooong time ago.

[@rileyreynolds2663]

@@fizzled95 its not terrible just worse than I thought it would be. Only matters for cat tracks and stuff. I've used a few waxes in cold and warm temps it feels the same. Poor glide. That being said i still ride the board because it does everything else well

[@AngrySnowboarder]

@@rileyreynolds2663 Go get a stone grind and put some structure in it.

[@ryanrainville1041]

Does it feel similar to the billy goat?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

Not really.

[@ryanrainville1041]

@@AngrySnowboarder billy goat stiffer and more aggressive?

[@AngrySnowboarder]

To a degree.