The 2023 Lib Tech Golden Orca Snowboard Review

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  • Опубліковано 7 лют 2025

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  • @PaulWinnMusic
    @PaulWinnMusic Рік тому +3

    This is such an amazing board. I tried a bunch before I rode the goldmember(older version)...couldn't find a goldmember so bought this which libtech said was the closest to the goldmember...I love it...never using my old board again. I got the 157 . I am 6ft. I have tried it in most conditions so far except deep powder and it is so stable and easy to ride

  • @jfanoe
    @jfanoe 2 роки тому +12

    I spent four days riding this in Montana, mostly in knee deep or deeper powder, along with some soft groomers. I'm 205lbs with a size 11 and rode the 153. Compared to the standard orca, this didn't float as well, but I liked having the extra tail for landings. It was a trade I'm not sure most people are going to want to make. I totally agree about the carving limitations that Avran called out. It's super nimble and stable in steep terrain, but I can't say it has a real place in my quiver. As an all mountain board, I think it falls a little short of other boards in the category, especially if you're more accustomed to camber. As a powder only board, I think I prefer the standard Orca between the two, at least for low/medium angle. It did its job in light Montana powder, but I'm not so sure about how well it would fare in Tahoe. For me, I think it will be something I take out a few times a year, as it feels like it is best suited for fairly specific conditions, soft and steep. Considering where Travis Rice rides, the board makes a lot of sense. I just don't see myself often needing a board that's really a Baldface/AK charger.

    • @energ8t
      @energ8t Рік тому +2

      Personally, I would have gotten a 157 at that weight. This board isn’t volume shifted like the normal Orca. Rice is 190lb and rides this board in a 157 and 161. He states that on the Lib Tech product page video.

    • @jfanoe
      @jfanoe Рік тому +1

      @@energ8t I agree. I was going on a trip and my emotions got the better of me. The shop only had 153s, so I got that thinking it would be fine. In retrospect, I should've stuck with another of my decks and saved the money. Even at 57 or 61, I think I'd rather ride the standard Orca in pow.

    • @hapellon9604
      @hapellon9604 Рік тому +1

      For all mountain board what would you recommend ? With some ice tech , ok to pop on natural and flex for small play butter and ofcourse cruize , carve and pow ? ( if you put aside parks basically)

    • @planteroni22
      @planteroni22 2 місяці тому

      Im riding a 157 and im 165 lbs. This isnt volume shifted like the orca so would def stick to your normal size. 153 way too small for ya. Might even try a 159 on if i were you.

  • @012398ab
    @012398ab 2 роки тому +7

    Nice ref to "Liberace" at the end

  • @TheDp1965
    @TheDp1965 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome Great to see you reviewing some Lib Tech Boards. Love My 2021 Golden Orca. Keep on Keepin on. Cheers.

  • @Bohdisattva326
    @Bohdisattva326 2 роки тому +4

    Nice Bromuda Triangle. Real nice bro.

  • @jackv7094
    @jackv7094 2 роки тому +2

    I love my Golden Orca! I'm rocking a fun.kink w Stratas for all-mountain freestyle days and the GO with Falcors for freeride/pow days days

    • @sicomono707
      @sicomono707 2 роки тому

      What sizes & what's your specs?

  • @funkysafa
    @funkysafa 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the review! Looking forward to the Ride Peace Seeker review.

  • @oldgold8236
    @oldgold8236 Рік тому

    I ordered one today I’m stoked 🤙🏻

  • @BobJackson-zv1fh
    @BobJackson-zv1fh 2 роки тому +1

    I need to get me one of those ASAP !! Get me some cutty !!!

  • @george745li
    @george745li Рік тому +2

    Great review. Definitely going to purchase this beauty after watching this video.. what size would you recommend. I'm 6'1 195lbs size 13 ride boot

  • @goerdn
    @goerdn Рік тому

    I have this board in a 157. It’s a little too big for me. It floats okay but you have to work. It rides switch in the powder very well though. This board shines when doing big drops, the extra tail makes you feel very secure. Not the best board in the trees for me, felt a little sluggish but that’s mostly because it’s on the large size for me. I think this board is great for doing jumps in the back country or even the resort on an icy day. The regular orca is likely a better choice for most people

    • @stevros48
      @stevros48 Рік тому +1

      What's your boot size and weight ?

    • @DisloyalOrder3
      @DisloyalOrder3 Рік тому

      In theory a longer board would be faster instead of sluggish.

  • @marcusmutzelburg218
    @marcusmutzelburg218 2 роки тому +2

    Hey, I am 6‘3 and 200lbs with a size 11 boot. Wondering if I could get away with a 153 for a very playful ride or if that would be pushing it too much and the 157 would be better? And thanks for all the work you’re putting in, really invaluable with so many boards to choose from! Cheers from Germany!

  • @randallmarshall6068
    @randallmarshall6068 2 роки тому +1

    For the same rider these end up being bigger than a normal orca, and maybe aren't as maneuverable with a bunch of retraction skidding, because you need to wait for that symmetrical tail to come around. For me it carves better, is somewhat less maneuverable in tight places, and of course is night and day for switch. Trying to ride switch on a normal orca is definitely an acquired taste.

  • @Tom-ff6tv
    @Tom-ff6tv Рік тому +1

    Hello, great video.
    If you can, how would you compare this to T. Rice horsepower in terms of playfulness, forgiveness, butteriness and pressing?

  • @Hoschik
    @Hoschik 15 днів тому

    Helle @Angry Snowboarder. is the Golden Orca more flex than a Rasman ? Lib Tech Claims the Opposite, Tests describe the Rasman mostly as a above medium flexing board, the Orca as an Medium flexing Board. Pretty confusing and hard to decide as i dont want a medium stiff board. The shape of the Rasman would suit me more, but only if its a above medium stiff board. What do you think is better suited for an heavy aggressive Rider only riding at the Alps ?

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  15 днів тому +1

      Full camber

    • @Hoschik
      @Hoschik 12 днів тому

      @@AngrySnowboarder Thnx for you r answer. been on Full Camber for 30 years, liked the C2X on test rides. And want to give it a try for a longer time on my own. Saw that the Orca has a lot of Taper..., so went with the Rasman, its even beefed up a little for 24/25 with the ORG Throttle.

  • @ReggieRansaw
    @ReggieRansaw 2 роки тому +1

    Happy holidays I've been riding the 2011/2012 Trice Pro Horsepower (153) and now looking at the 2023 Trice Pro and the 2023 Golden Orca. I mainly carve and bomb groomers. Any suggest of one over the other would be greatly appreciated.

  • @hapellon9604
    @hapellon9604 Рік тому

    Hello there ! Is it forgiving at all ? I snowboard for 20+ years but im no expert… I m looking for a intermediate/advanced lvl board , easy to cruize at slow speed while waiting for beginners friends and just playing a bit on natural terrain pops and butters/flat …. but also sometime bomb and carve when alone or just go on pow backcountry once in a while or look for pow on the side/trees … i dont not care much about parks.
    …the main aime would enjoy ride / mostly groom resorts / a bit of backcountry and pratice carving and powder… i also need some « ice tech » in there cause east coast as much ice and its tiring … so i noted the golden orca / the arbor crosscut / this one / the harpoon ? Some sais gnu antigravity … im not sure if im missing the « one « board i need in this list cause there are so many …. Thanks

  • @wigg3k
    @wigg3k Рік тому

    I'm 6'1 with a size 11.5 boot, 180lbs -- my current board is a jones explorer 161W and I love the width-feel of it -- for this board since it's volume-shifted, should I downsize to a 157 or go with the 161? I do love a good carve so I'm eyeing the wider waist on the 161, but I know the recommendation is to downsize 1-3cm. Thanks your channel is the best!

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  Рік тому +1

      I'd downsize to get the most out of it.

    • @wigg3k
      @wigg3k 3 місяці тому

      ​@@AngrySnowboarder btw i got the 157 from your recommendation and love it, my go-to board for pow days and tree runs, plus it slices through ice, thanks mr angry guy

  • @tomjones1967
    @tomjones1967 2 роки тому +1

    Good review! Can’t wait to hear your opinion on that T Rice Pro. I got it for this year.

    • @kevinsimard
      @kevinsimard 2 роки тому +1

      I don't think he will be reviewing it. He reviewed the 2019 model I believe. He said it was alot of board and you always need to bring your A game. For advanced riders who are looking for something extra.
      I would have to agree. I own the 2021-2022 model 161 I'm 5'10" 185 size 10 boots. I'm satisfied with it but it's definitely a board I should have gotten 10 years ago. Most of my riding is done with my kids I will be getting an other board something very mellow. It's wonderful when I'm out with the boys and I want to go hard but not so much when I want to cruise around with the kidos the thing wants to go Mach 10 and stomp 80' table tops

    • @johnsutcliffe3209
      @johnsutcliffe3209 2 роки тому

      Hes just done one.

    • @tomjones1967
      @tomjones1967 2 роки тому +2

      @@kevinsimard I’ll scope it out. If that’s the case I’m looking forward to it. After a couple mellow freestyle decks I’m looking forward to it! I’m 6’4” 225 with a 13 boot & 30 years of riding.
      I need to turn it up because my one daughter’s getting really & started competing last year. She copped 10th place in her division at the VT Open in 22.
      Thanks for the feedback!

  • @ekramhossain1982
    @ekramhossain1982 5 місяців тому

    I am hearing this idea that we should ride longer boards on internet now-a-days. aA 5'5" and 143 lbs I use 142 cm Ride Peace seeker last season. But I bulked up this season and now I am 160 lbs. Should I look for a 161 cm board or the 142 will be good enough? I am planning to venture into off-piste shredding coming season! boot size 8.5

  • @NNevil
    @NNevil Рік тому

    Hey angry! I’m 5’7, 165lbs, size 9.5 boots, what size would you recommend

  • @libertobrospainting2277
    @libertobrospainting2277 Рік тому

    I’m also 6,3 210 lb I have a 157 in the mail! I would of got the 59 or 61 but it’s the end of the season my rep at curated said this I a good board to size down. Let me know what you think.thanks

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  Рік тому +2

      You asked your rep at Curated, anything I say doesn't matter. Clearly they're the experts you value.

  • @Dan-uc7kt
    @Dan-uc7kt 2 роки тому +1

    Is lib tech and never summer the only companies left doing this style double camber with v in the middle not sure what exactly it’s called ?
    Never made sense to me but I never tried one either. Traditional camber with a little rocker in the tips makes the most sense I think.

  • @stevros48
    @stevros48 2 роки тому +1

    Heya Avran what size did you test on ? It said 159 ... I presume you were actually on the 157 ? Still meant to downsize on this like the regular orca ? Seems there's a bit of debate on that issue on whether to go smaller like the reg orca

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому

      53. I say you can do 3 to 5cm's smaller on these they say 2 to 3cms.

  • @User_R4nD0MnUmb3R5
    @User_R4nD0MnUmb3R5 2 роки тому +1

    Snapped my Bataleon carver on day10, replaced it with a party wave plus, cracked the sidewall on day 7. Lost faith in bataleon, would the golden orca be a good replacement for my party wave plus? Really love that board.

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому +8

      I'm more curious as to why you're cracking boards.

    • @User_R4nD0MnUmb3R5
      @User_R4nD0MnUmb3R5 2 роки тому

      @@AngrySnowboarder yeah, I wondered the same, the carver, I rolled over the nose in some moguls, the top sheet cracked half way across the board, right outside of the front binding. The party wave plus sidewall separated from the metal edge, then the core got wet, and expanded, this is right under the heel side of my back binding, I like high speed carving, that could’ve cracked the glue I guess.

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому +2

      @@User_R4nD0MnUmb3R5 What binding are you on?

    • @User_R4nD0MnUmb3R5
      @User_R4nD0MnUmb3R5 2 роки тому

      @@AngrySnowboarder the Burton step on

    • @thedude5510
      @thedude5510 2 роки тому +1

      @@AngrySnowboarder me as well. I've owned a One,Surfer,Party Wave Plus, and a Camel Two. As well as have a buddy who has owned a Carver and a One for 3 seasons. We also like to "High speed carve". I've had nothing but good things on all of my Bataleons. This has to be a fluke issue. Not saying it didn't happen, but I would not think it's a across the board issue. I will however say that my Party Wave Plus did come from the factory slightly imperfect build wise.

  • @Planck92
    @Planck92 Місяць тому

    Hi, looking at this, bsod or gnu gremlin. Ride in (icy) sweden. Dont do park.
    Im 230 lbs, 10,5 boot, 6’0. If I get the golden orca, 157 or 161?
    Thanks Avran!!

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  Місяць тому

      You probably want the Gremlin honestly. Best edge hold out of the three for ice.

  • @LeoG4lebe
    @LeoG4lebe 2 роки тому

    What do you mean when you say i dont need an orca? Even the golden orca?

  • @spikespike7184
    @spikespike7184 Рік тому

    What up Angry. Im 5 8, 150 with 11.5 boots. I have a 148 warpig that I rode in deep powder. It was good but I was looking for more stability and float. I can buy a used 153, should I, or wait for a 150. Thnx.

  • @chasebrooks5784
    @chasebrooks5784 2 роки тому +1

    What are the criteria of the 3 binding recommendations on each of these reviews? I noticed they are always different and i can't quite figure out what makes you choose them

  • @jeffstewart4162
    @jeffstewart4162 2 роки тому

    My favorite board of all time is the Burton Supermodel X, I’m currently riding a NS Chairman. Is this board in that category? If not do you have any recommendations? 6’2 210 riding for 30+ years

  • @mikemackenzie3305
    @mikemackenzie3305 2 роки тому

    Angry would you pick the golden orca or jones flagship for resort ripping rad dadding. For ripping with the boys or cruising with the kids

  • @kruzsimons6756
    @kruzsimons6756 2 роки тому

    Is the apex worth the hype? Or does the golden ride just as well?

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому

      Honestly haven't been on the Apex so couldn't tell you.

  • @yrre7
    @yrre7 2 роки тому

    I have a Capita mercury. How does this compare to the mercury?

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому +1

      You ride it smaller, it's got center reverse which changes how it flexes, magnetraction for a different type of grip, basically some overlap but sits in a slightly different category.

  • @Frank020
    @Frank020 7 місяців тому

    Liberache? That man took it off a cliff--I believe--at Malibu Canyon.

  • @Kyeuss
    @Kyeuss 2 роки тому

    What’s a good board to pair this with?

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому +1

      Something not volume shifted and camber.

    • @Kyeuss
      @Kyeuss 2 роки тому

      @@AngrySnowboarder BSOD?

  • @brundimisfits5066
    @brundimisfits5066 Рік тому

    Hey,
    Can you tell me pleas what is the main difference between Orca gold and Travis Rice hp, i cant decide what to get?

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  Рік тому

      The shape and flex.

    • @brundimisfits5066
      @brundimisfits5066 Рік тому

      @@AngrySnowboarder thank you! i had tavis rice HP, and i sold it becouse it was little bit to stiff for playing ollie and some jibbing and bought Jones Mountain twin, and want to go back to libtech! love to go fast and have little more playful snowboard

  • @user-pz2lb1lq5m
    @user-pz2lb1lq5m 2 роки тому

    I’m 5’8 about 150 lbs, size 9 foot, trying to decide between 147 and 150 for the orca?

  • @nathanAmendez
    @nathanAmendez 2 роки тому +2

    Love this board. Have a 157 2022 and a 161 2023.

    • @ralvatan
      @ralvatan 2 роки тому +1

      Mind sharing your height/weight/boot size?

    • @nathanAmendez
      @nathanAmendez 2 роки тому +1

      @@ralvatan 6ft 220lbs
      Size 11.5 boot in DC, Ride
      Size 11 boot in adidas, K2

    • @devenbenard7582
      @devenbenard7582 2 роки тому

      @@nathanAmendez Have you ridden both? Notice any difference between the two? I am 5'11" 10.5 boot and about 190lbs. Torn between the 157 and 161. Looking for an freeride/freestyle powder board. TIA for the help.

    • @nathanAmendez
      @nathanAmendez 2 роки тому

      @@devenbenard7582 yeah I think picking between those two sizes your weight would be the most important factor. I’m 6ft 220lbs and size 11.5 boot. Both sizes have the same waist width. 161 is better for pow based on my weight

    • @mattpowell5797
      @mattpowell5797 2 роки тому

      @@nathanAmendez I’m also b/w sizes- wish there was a 159. 6’1” 187lbs in gear, size 11, expert+. Usually ride 160/161cm directional twins. Leaning towards the 161 G.O. as the 157 just looks/feels small standing on it. Only taking an occasional park lap, mainly getting it for resort pow days (SV, Kirkwood). If I’m not in pow I’m railing turns b/w side hits. Do you feel much of a difference b/w 157 and 161 given same sidecut, 2mm wider, a couple more cm effective edge?

  • @gofilmyourself7919
    @gofilmyourself7919 2 роки тому

    Love Lib Tech and GNU boards. Looking for an all around that I can enjoy in the park as well. Would this be a good fit?

  • @konorrockhill6191
    @konorrockhill6191 2 роки тому

    What do you think about golden orca vs kazu pro? For free ride powder daily driver but also wanna hit some kickers and slight mixed resort riding

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому

      They aren’t even in the same category.

    • @konorrockhill6191
      @konorrockhill6191 2 роки тому

      @Angry Snowboarder Interesting haha I thought they were both free ride boards? Help me understand?

    • @konorrockhill6191
      @konorrockhill6191 2 роки тому +2

      @Angry Snowboarder I guess perhaps I'll tell ya more what I'm looking for in a board and perhaps with your awareness of so many boards you might help point me in the right direction. I've been riding for quite a long time but never really got into the know-how of all the tech to really understand what I want out of my riding experience.
      The quiver I'm building right now (sold both and looking to buy 3 new)
      1. Split hovercraft for diverse splitting
      2. Bataleon surf for straight powder dump ripping
      3. Was thinking the golden orca for my daily driver that's mainly oriented for powder/freestyle so if its not ideal powder days it can still rip around the resort and hit some kickers or play in what powder is there.
      My main riding style is I love powder ripping first and foremost. I don't need to go super big off insane cliff drops or crazy backcountry freestyle for the most part but donlike to get a little sendy and tricky with it too and possibly progressinto bigger hits or just keep it chill. But if I can't rip the powder or it's all tracked out to be able to handle the chunder and hit a couple kickers for fun but I'm not as much a park junky anymore but I still love some good kickers and would still enjoy a backcountry kicker to practice all the flips into powder.

    • @MixedByDavey
      @MixedByDavey Рік тому

      @@konorrockhill6191how did you go?

    • @konorrockhill6191
      @konorrockhill6191 Рік тому +2

      @Mixedbydavey neither ha I did try the golden orca and I ended up with a capita mega merc, bataleon surfer, jones split hover craft. The mega merc packs a lot more into a board for the price than the orca imo

  • @koahawaii
    @koahawaii Рік тому

    Have you had a chance to check out the new LIB TECH RIG

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  Рік тому +1

      Shows up next week I believe.

    • @koahawaii
      @koahawaii Рік тому

      @@AngrySnowboarder dope I’ll look out for your video before making a move ! Thank you

  • @LeoG4lebe
    @LeoG4lebe 2 роки тому

    What goin on brotha. My name is Leo and im looking to buy my first board. Ive been rippin it for almost 10years now and my style is more of an agressiva free rider. Im 6,2 180lbs looking to find a good size for me on either golden orca or the regular orca. Ive been tripping over which one to buy this one or the normal one just because I feel like I want to have to og one with a new crazy orca design. Ur input on this would really help on which one I should go with as well as the optimal size. Thank you so much brotha!🤙🏼

    • @LeoG4lebe
      @LeoG4lebe 2 роки тому

      I also wear a size 10,5 boot

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому +3

      You don't need an Orca.

    • @LeoG4lebe
      @LeoG4lebe 2 роки тому

      @@AngrySnowboarder including the golden orca?

    • @LeoG4lebe
      @LeoG4lebe 2 роки тому

      Also id love to get ur opinion on the gentem stick mantaray.

  • @neiltravanti7229
    @neiltravanti7229 2 роки тому

    Was that an apex orca in the background? (Since I didn’t see a review on patreon), what are your thoughts between the apex and golden?

  • @redbeard7196
    @redbeard7196 2 роки тому

    looks like a fun board but how is it on rails?

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому +1

      Why the fuck you hitting rails with this!

    • @redbeard7196
      @redbeard7196 2 роки тому

      @@AngrySnowboarder lol no idea i was just wondering.

    • @redbeard7196
      @redbeard7196 2 роки тому

      @@AngrySnowboarder ive had the same shitty board for like 16 years so ive been looking into getting something new

  • @CapsuleFilms
    @CapsuleFilms 2 роки тому

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

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому +1

      Kind of dealers choice. 50 for more playful, 53 for more charging.

  • @josephhagg3746
    @josephhagg3746 2 роки тому

    I’m 6’ 1” 205lbs 11.5 boots. Looking at 161 vs 157 any advice is appreciated

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому +1

      You do realize this is meant to be sized down 8 cm from your normal size right?

    • @ralvatan
      @ralvatan 2 роки тому +1

      @@AngrySnowboarder I thought libtech's website says 1-3cm for the golden orca. 8cm might just be for the regular orca.

    • @alexhorton7371
      @alexhorton7371 2 роки тому +1

      @@ralvatan 157 me thinks.

    • @or-ian6973
      @or-ian6973 2 роки тому

      We’re similar sized and I’d pick the 153 personally

    • @ralvatan
      @ralvatan 2 роки тому

      @@or-ian6973 at 205 lbs? What size board do you normally ride?

  • @djhappybird1314
    @djhappybird1314 2 роки тому +2

    Is the red on your nose and cheeks glare off that topsheet?

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  2 роки тому +3

      No, I'm an alcoholic and that's my jolly cheery red cheeks.

    • @johngacy6367
      @johngacy6367 2 роки тому

      @@AngrySnowboarder Zima all the way!

  • @Rolling2Quarters
    @Rolling2Quarters 2 роки тому +1

    💙

  • @TJ0614
    @TJ0614 2 роки тому

    I’m 160 lbs 6ft but for some reason I got the 157 in 2021. Lol

  • @aaronemmett3480
    @aaronemmett3480 2 роки тому +2

    Pass

  • @alphafiveone5044
    @alphafiveone5044 11 місяців тому

    The Lib Tec TRS is way better…

    • @AngrySnowboarder
      @AngrySnowboarder  11 місяців тому

      And is a completely different riding board. Thank you for your insight.