I rock the 07 Shane OT, and they are the best bindings I've ever put on. Definately pick the shanes over the sphynx. The shanes are like the sphynx, but have a few little features that make it a better boot in my opinion. Like the wrap around ankle that fits so nice and snug around your ankle. They are also so comfy they feel like marshmellows are molded to my feet. As for the size, if you fit comfortably in size 8 then I would suggest the 7-8 size. I like them to be snug and if you go with the 9-10, well a 9 is one size bigger than your foot really is. But see if you can't find a size 8-9 somewhere, this is the best time of the year to find some good deals and if your patient and surf the net enough you can find 8-9's. Now for the board, I have rode both so here is my input. If you liked everything about the 06 shane then go with the 08 shane its the same board different graphic. The PS3 felt to me like the slowest board I've ever rode. Slow just cruising, slow initiating your edge into the wake, and slow coming into the wake. That's not necessarly a bad thing but if you liked the shane then you will notice a huge difference in speed between the two. Both have great pop and good tracking. Well hope this helps and good luck with your new setup.
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