Great All Around Board
Terrain Use: Half Pipe, Jumps, Boxes and Rails, Speed, Powder, Carving, Backcountry, Groomers, All Mountain
Pros: Durable, Easy to carve, poppy, Stable at high speeds, Popular model, Strong edgehold, Great value, Popular on mountain, Well known brand
Cons: Top sheet scratches
Other Thoughts: Before I upgraded to the '09, I was riding on my brother-in-law's '98 Custom. Until this day, his Custom is still in reasonable condition. Whether or not you're a Burton fan, if you just want a good all around solid board, the Custom is a great choice. Can't decide between park or pow? It probably won't excel as much as a more advanced board catered to your particular style (freestyle vs. freeride), but it still can handle both. Overall it rides well, plus it has the convenience of the ICS system. The top scratches easily though, I have a bunch on my tail and two gashes from someone in the lift line. It doesn't bother me though, if you ride, it's going to happen. If you want a board that can hold itself when you free ride but still do some justice when jumping or jibbing or hitting park stuff, the custom is a good choice.