Birthday Present

Excitedly and unexpectedly, my mom & dad bought me my birthday present a few weeks ago. I dragged them with me to go buy a snowboard, because I needed the ride and company. But they insisted on getting it for me, as a birthday present, and man am I excited for it to snow.

Spec:

Ride Solace 146

You can't see the detail, but this board is gorgeous. I love that a part of the wood is exposed and the graphics are enamel in-lay instead of completely painted over. Why paint over what's naturally well-made and appealing?

The board itself is all-mountain, perfect for my lack of tricks and jumps and desire to just carve down the slopes. With many falls in between.

Ride VxN bindings

Bindings don't get me excited, but at least they match the board. I never thought I'd care about things like boards and bindings matching, but, these are so feminine I couldn't help but let that side take over. Next thing you know, I might match my purse with my shoes...

Salomon Vigil Boots

Comfort is #1. Of all the brands I've tried, Salomons fit me best. The insides are made with slightly plushy material, making it all the more comfortable. Last year I tried on a pair that was made of velour inside; wish I got those as I can't find them anwhere now. Still, these moonshoes are all that I could ask for in a boot. Without heals.

Now, all it has to do is snow...

[Edit: I totally sound like I am in high school in the above post.]