Pros: Great value, Popular on mountain, Well known brand

Other Thoughts: I've tried a few beginner's boards....by Burton & Ride, but I found this board to be the best for the money. It is soft flexing to help you learn to link your turns, which I credit this board to helping me do just that. And it comes with a sintered base..... try to find another board in this price range that has that.

Pros: Durable, Comfortable, Well known brand, Popular model, Easy installation

Other Thoughts: These are the bindings that I've stuck with. Comfortable all day. Good response. Great intermediate binding.

Terrain Use: Jumps, Powder, Carving, Groomers, All Mountain

Pros: Easy in & out, Boot hold, Durable, Well known brand, Easy installation

Other Thoughts: These were my first bindings. Paired them with a Burton Cruiser. Durable and dependable. Burton has done a lot to them since I owned a pair.......softer, more comfortable ankle strap, and a Luxcap toe strap. You'd be hard pressed to find a better entry level binding for the money.