Trip Vs Helix Vs Substance

vegeta12345 08-13-2003, 2:51 PM

I ride the trip right now. I was wandering if the helix or the substance is a better board. I'm learning inverts and 3's now. would these boards help me more or should I stay with the trip

norcal_99 08-13-2003, 5:37 PM

Demo them. That's the only way to know.

(superairdawg) · (superairdawg) **Join Date: May 2003** 08-14-2003, 3:45 AM

Whether either of those boards is "better" is subjective. I used to ride a Trip and just changed to the Balance. I notice more pop with the Balance, most likely due to the 3-stage rocker (vs. continuous on the Trip). I believe the Helix has even more aggressive rocker than the Balance. There's benefits any way you go, so the only way to be sure what's best for you is to ride them and THEN decide!

(thane_dogg) · (thane_dogg) **Join Date: Jun 2002** 08-14-2003, 7:37 AM

If I could give my two cents I would say don't waste your time with the Helix. The Substance is Watson's new pro model and it is drastically improved. The Substance is a good board, but if you're looking for more pop and really like your Trip, try the Balance, and maybe the Subjekt first.