The Response is a killer freeride board that goes into the flats well and has more of a snowboard feel to it. In which the continuous rocker gives you more flex to butter/tweek out your rails grinds with. If you want to go huge, go with the Response. Learn out to load with it and you will pop to the moon!
The Recoil Pops like a skate, fast and crisp. I like the Recoil because i like that instant pop from wake to wake or kick tricks in the flats. Also i think it is easier to load and pop with it since it has the 3 stage rocker.
Note with both boards: Fins make a difference!
Small fins- Faster,looser, Sits lighter
Larger fins- Sits deeper, more solid, better edge hold.
No Fins- Rails,butters, and pure fun...
Pick the right fin for the best ride!
Slingshot Boots-
07's are not as tight, so you should have no problems with size but the 08 boots super clean and have cut weight and size off of them. So just like a snowboard boot make sure you go to a local Slingshot dealer and get fitted. That is the best way to get the size your looking for. Once you pick one you can heat them up; but I have done this with other boots "snowboard" and have trouble because they get to big because of the heating process and then they don't fit. So if you have a big foot maybe don't heat them up and just let them wear in to your foot.
This should answer your questions but if you have any more please feel free to contact me anytime at
c.schey@slingshotsports.com Cheers
FlexNwake
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