Hey Avran, I loved that you commented on the durability of this board. I think it would be rad to have a durability section in your reviews. Living here in Ontario, we are usually being subjected less than ideal snow conditions and durability plays a huge factor in my board choices. I have owned many boards that rode amazing but sold them very quickly due to lack of durabiltity. I ride fairly heavy footed and some boards are basically ticking time bombs under my feet or I just tap a rock and the thing explodes. Either way, love your reviews. I find that our opinion of boards are very much aligned for the most part and you definitely help me with my board choices. Thanks for years of quality reviews. Cheers man 🤘🤘🤘
@@AngrySnowboarder agreed but warranty aside, there are still some boards that take a beating and others that don't mainly based on the materials used. That plays a factor in my board choices or when/how I will ride that board. I repair my own boards and it is nice when a board holds up so I'm not constantly repairing it when I do stupid shit on our stupid shit snowpack.
Once again it's user error. I see people bitching about the Ride Shadowban topsheet taking scratches and shit after 10 days. Yet here I am 100 days on mine and it's fine. Tells me they spend too much time in the beginner lift lines or don't take care of their shit.
@@AngrySnowboarder I'm not arguing with you. User error is usually why a board gets damaged. And I haven't ridden a beginner lift in 20 years unless it was to teach my kids, which didn't last long. They started ripping very early and we got tf out of there. I couldn't care less about scratches or topsheet chips. I've owned hundreds of boards. If you're telling me that some boards aren't more durable than others, well I don't know what to say to that. We can agree to disagree.
Very similar boards. I just sold a BSOD because I like riding switch far too often. Mercury rides great both ways depending how far set back your bindings are. BSOD is an awesome board and shape, just not for me tho.
Good afternoon Mr. Angry. (or Mr. Angry Fans), What size board do you recomend? - 153, 155, or 156 W. - Size 9 US, 62 KG, 173 CM. (in Freedom Units, 5'8, 138 lbs) - 15, -15 Duck, Carving groomers regular and switch, some light freestyle. (like a wanna be knapton) Don't want boot out :) but this would be my one and done board... quiver killer... hopefully. Thank you
Just picked up this board and debating between the atlas and falcor after watching your review of them. Primarily resort riding/ exploring the mountain, carving, side hits, and tree runs. Which would you recommend? Thanks!
I ordered a 159 but now thinking it may have been better to get the 157 after looking at the reference stance (23.4 on the 59) and waist width. I’m 175 pounds and size 9 boot. What is your opinion?
@@jculpyou'll be fine on either size. Just depends on how hard you ride. I was in love with my 157 merc at 165lbs. Now at 200lbs I am loving the 159 for daily rider and the 161 for steeps and deep pow days. Mega merc is more nimble with the core profiling, doesn't absorb chop as much, and feels less durable. Regular merc is solid enough board for 99% of riders. Hope this helps.
Hey Avran, I weigh about 210 lbs with gear. Got my eye on the 160w. I don't ride pow too much and if I ride pow at all, it's at an easy pace. Do you think I will face any durability issues as you point out in your video?
I have an older Merc that's a 158W (boot size 11). I only weigh 165 lbs and sort of wish I got a 157 or 159. Would I get toe/heel drag on the non-wide Mega?
I need a new category for boards - mid 40s, not a dad, not rad. So dad bod border :-D. Pretend to ride park, try to ride trees. Want to ride more, but dont want to die.
Cracked mine under front foot on the first day! Capita didn’t take responsibility for the slim core under warranty. They offered me 30% off instead. I’ve been riding capita boards for 11 years, this board is not worth the money.
SO many family reunions between rollers
Peak season they're there.
Loved the first version and got this one on pre-order. Favorite board ever!
A glowing review from AS. Not an easy feat.
Hey Avran, I loved that you commented on the durability of this board. I think it would be rad to have a durability section in your reviews. Living here in Ontario, we are usually being subjected less than ideal snow conditions and durability plays a huge factor in my board choices. I have owned many boards that rode amazing but sold them very quickly due to lack of durabiltity. I ride fairly heavy footed and some boards are basically ticking time bombs under my feet or I just tap a rock and the thing explodes.
Either way, love your reviews. I find that our opinion of boards are very much aligned for the most part and you definitely help me with my board choices. Thanks for years of quality reviews.
Cheers man 🤘🤘🤘
Durability is user based 99% of the time. People see "manufacturers warranty" and think that covers doing stupid shit.
@@AngrySnowboarder agreed but warranty aside, there are still some boards that take a beating and others that don't mainly based on the materials used. That plays a factor in my board choices or when/how I will ride that board. I repair my own boards and it is nice when a board holds up so I'm not constantly repairing it when I do stupid shit on our stupid shit snowpack.
Once again it's user error. I see people bitching about the Ride Shadowban topsheet taking scratches and shit after 10 days. Yet here I am 100 days on mine and it's fine. Tells me they spend too much time in the beginner lift lines or don't take care of their shit.
@@AngrySnowboarder I'm not arguing with you. User error is usually why a board gets damaged. And I haven't ridden a beginner lift in 20 years unless it was to teach my kids, which didn't last long. They started ripping very early and we got tf out of there. I couldn't care less about scratches or topsheet chips. I've owned hundreds of boards. If you're telling me that some boards aren't more durable than others, well I don't know what to say to that. We can agree to disagree.
Thanks for another great review :)
Skiers „jokes“ always entertaining 😂
Nice review. Gotta have a go on one of these soon.
Nice bro burrow Real nice bro 😎
Capita killing it in the graphics department.
Meh
I've been on the death cookies a lot lately
That's death cokies.
So which did you prefer? The mega merc on the assassin pro?
Would the Mega Merc and Mega Death make a good 2 board quiver or is there too much overlap? Thanks!
Too much overlap at that point.
Very similar boards. I just sold a BSOD because I like riding switch far too often. Mercury rides great both ways depending how far set back your bindings are. BSOD is an awesome board and shape, just not for me tho.
Good afternoon Mr. Angry. (or Mr. Angry Fans), What size board do you recomend?
- 153, 155, or 156 W.
- Size 9 US, 62 KG, 173 CM. (in Freedom Units, 5'8, 138 lbs)
- 15, -15 Duck, Carving groomers regular and switch, some light freestyle. (like a wanna be knapton)
Don't want boot out :) but this would be my one and done board... quiver killer... hopefully. Thank you
Base tune. 53. Eww gross no one should want to be Knapton, ever. Go be your own person.
@@AngrySnowboarder Lol, Thank you good sir. Swift response
Just picked up this board and debating between the atlas and falcor after watching your review of them. Primarily resort riding/ exploring the mountain, carving, side hits, and tree runs. Which would you recommend? Thanks!
Little more surfy Falcor. More precise Atlas.
I ordered a 159 but now thinking it may have been better to get the 157 after looking at the reference stance (23.4 on the 59) and waist width. I’m 175 pounds and size 9 boot. What is your opinion?
@@jculpyou'll be fine on either size. Just depends on how hard you ride. I was in love with my 157 merc at 165lbs. Now at 200lbs I am loving the 159 for daily rider and the 161 for steeps and deep pow days. Mega merc is more nimble with the core profiling, doesn't absorb chop as much, and feels less durable. Regular merc is solid enough board for 99% of riders. Hope this helps.
Hey Avran, I weigh about 210 lbs with gear. Got my eye on the 160w. I don't ride pow too much and if I ride pow at all, it's at an easy pace. Do you think I will face any durability issues as you point out in your video?
You going to rag doll and dig your tail in to stop? No? Then you're fine. Yes? Probably.
Love my 23/34 model. I think it's ugly as sin and looks like a rental... but it rips!
Really? I think the 23/24 model looks like an F1 car!
If comparing with korua otto plus, which one is better in carving and dampness?
Dampness Otto plus, carving this.
How does this compare with the 2025 Mountain Twin Pro?
That's more damp and forgiving and a little stiffer in the tips.
I have an older Merc that's a 158W (boot size 11). I only weigh 165 lbs and sort of wish I got a 157 or 159. Would I get toe/heel drag on the non-wide Mega?
Yep. I had a 159 with size 11 Rides.
Probably. Depends on the boot.
I have a 9.5 Photon boots and just upgraded from the MM 155 to the 156W. I have relatively small feet yet a 26mm waist is ideal.
Have you tested the funky abracadabra yet? And if yes what do you think about it?
Nope
Can't to ride my 23/24 cersion this year!
chop chunder chop chunder chop chunder
and frozen corduroy
I need a new category for boards - mid 40s, not a dad, not rad. So dad bod border :-D. Pretend to ride park, try to ride trees. Want to ride more, but dont want to die.
Skill issue
@@homealone5087 not denying anything
I'm in the same boat and just bought the Mega Merc. Havene't been on a board in 15 years. Used to ride the whole mtn. Wish me luck.
Go fast, take chances, ollie slow signs, spray skiers.
Cracked mine under front foot on the first day! Capita didn’t take responsibility for the slim core under warranty. They offered me 30% off instead. I’ve been riding capita boards for 11 years, this board is not worth the money.
You're not the first person that I've heard this from. In Avery's opinion, it's 99% user error 🙄
Only a grand?
How does the Mega Merc compare against the K2 Antidote? Similarities, differences between pop,dampness,carving transmission
Softer than the Antidote, doesn't have 3D at the contact points, more lively and not as damp. Easier to engage a carve.
Mega Merc or Mega Death?
Mega Choices.
@@AngrySnowboarder Mega Man
can it also be for the lazy old guy who wants to carve and jump without trying too hard? 😂
To an extent.
@@AngrySnowboarder Validation! ✅
capita mid
mid comment
Gilson fan boy
@@danm5023 no U
Yeah, i loved the capita mid life!
How does this compare with the 2025 Salomon Assassin Pro?
I’m also wondering
This is a little beefier. It has more snap and a higher end base finish to it.