Just a heads up - the weight ranges listed on this website are not the same as what is printed on the sticker on the actual board I received. Not sure what's up with that. The board sticker says the 153cm is recommended for riders up to 158lbs not 174 and the 157cm is recommended for 174+ and not 191.

That being said, I bought the 153 based on what it says here on the website. Wanted to downsize a little for some quick cuts and a lighter board. I am probably about 190lbs with all my gear on and was worried when I saw the 158lb recommendation for the 153 board. Don't be scared! I took the board out for the first time today after my local mountain had received about 15" of snow throughout the week. Lots of rough snow combined with fresh pow.

I have to say, I am absolutely amazed at the difference a board like this makes in powder conditions and for all mountain riding. I've really only ridden park centric boards (flat-rocker, camrock, full camber) and I probably had the most fun I've ever had riding a snowboard today (outside the park, but a moot point really). The board is stiffer than I expected and absolutely has the backbone to carry me through hard charges even with the size 153. I'm glad I didn't opt for the 157 in reality because the shorter size makes it so much fun to whip through trees and moguls.

Take my review with a grain of salt since I have nothing to compare this board to in terms of volume shifted directional pow boards but this thing seriously rips. The huge nose of the board that's rockered combined with the camber in the back foot makes this a lay down, pop filled, powder floating machine. Even doing basic airs and grabs is so much fun on this board. Graphic is so cool too, throwback to the 80's where it all begin. RIDE THE VIBE!

Very impressed with the board. Has been great across the whole mountain

Picked up a 157 service dog, i got 5 days on it, couple good pow days, great float, was also impressed how well if carved on the hard pack, was able to dig a trench with this thing. Stiff than i expected which i like, overall great turning experience any conditions, i enjoy the set back surfy kinda feel. Great board great price. I have size 11.5 boots and this board has nice width no toe or heel drag.

Amazing board for pow days! This is my first powder board and it really feels amazing. I am very satisfied - Freaker you are next!!!

Non fatevi ingannare dalla scheda tecnica, mi sono innamorato di questa tavola più di altre ben più strutturate, perfetta sulla neve bagnata nelle giornate più calde e non scherza anche in pista battuta di prima mattina, mi rimane da provarla in fresca, ma wow che surfino!

Got it in the mail super fast and looks even better in person than online. Very satisfied

This board has an amazing flex, perfect for party boarding and smashing pow! Floats like a champ!

Got to ride this beaut in proper pow for the first time yesterday and it felt amazing. On the groomers and in the trails it was such a fun ride

I've now put a couple days on the 153. First day was super slushy and the diamond nose pushed right through it. Second day started a bit crusty then started to soften with ice patches underneath. I'm only a 9 boot but didn't find it much of a chore to roll from edge to edge and once you're up it can rip a carve. Holds pretty well on icier patches too. I'm in Ontario with a ton of ice so this wouldn't be a daily driver for me but on any day with halfway decent snow it's going to be great. Lots of snap out of the turn but not overly aggressive. Easy to ankle steer. I went from a 155 Gremlin to this as my party board and while the Gremlin might have it beat for balls to the wall charging icy runs this is a bit more fun and manageable as more of a laid back take it all over deck.

While there hasn't been pow in PA, the Rome Service Dog has still been one of the most fun, yet versatile, boards that I've ridden. It offers a very in control feel while being pressable. This board surprised me with just how good it's been in the park, too. It's also incredibly well priced for how much board you get. If it's available in your size, grab it.