Never Summer Soldier vs Rayne Demonseed

[h311idunno]

So I've been looking for a new DH board and I've narrowed my choices down to the Never Summer Soldier and the Rayne Demonseed. I'm about 6' 2" 180 lbs. I know the Soldier is slightly smaller, lighter, and more durable, but being as new as it is it doesn't have quite as many reviews as the Demonseed.

I'm hoping some people that have ridden both can give me some insight into some differences/their preferences, especially with respect to stability, turning ability and whatnot. Any help will be appreciated.

[h311idunno]

Ok, so maybe there aren't that many people who've ridden both. In the gear section there's only two reviews on the Soldier. Does anyone else out there have any thoughts on it vs. the Demonseed (even if you haven't ridden both)?

[bluewoodboarder]

Hey

Right now I'm using a soldier as my speedboard. The only other downhill board I've ridden much is the Evo so I cannot comment much on the Demonseed aside from stepping on my friends at time or two. I really like my soldier. I'm around 6ft and the platform does seem a little small to me though. I always feel nervous about my back toe slipping off the back corner of the platform while in my tuck. Regardless I still love the deck but if you like a longer platform you might lean toward the demonseed. I love the feel of the rocker on the Soldier. Seems to tuck your front foot down nicely and feels great. The concave is pretty minimal also. I wish it had a little more cave in the back of the platform.

Noah

[AFTT]

Check out the Nemesis as well.

It's a solid board that is quite versatile.

Downhill, Freeride, carving, commuting.

Also, the Landyachtz Switch, which is similar to the Nemmy, but a bit longer.