3d vs 4x vs 2x vs EST

For the record it was actually Lib Tech that invented the 3d hole pattern. They realized the 4x pattern was more functional and universal and switched to it. Burton scooped up the 3d pattern and patented it.

Don't generalize all the slider's into one category as they are not the same. Capita's Freedom grove easily beats out Forum's I-Lock system in functionality and flex.

Also feel like throwing this out there.

On a 4x4 insert board there are 289 stance width Options with 3/16" increments. While boards that have the #D pattern only have 16 stance width Options in 1" increments.

Also on a 4x4 deck there are 17 centered stance Options in 3/8" increments. 3D pattern boards only have 4 centered stance Option sin 2" increments.

I'd gladly take the tiny extra weight of the inserts for all those extra stance Options.

ok after spending a season on the ICS/EST, I am not sure I can go back.  To those who say there is no need to easily change your stance, I used to agree.  But now that it is so easy I will change from a slightly set-back for a little bit of morning powder, to a centered stance at the park.  The flex is quite the improvement, although if you ride it without the EST bindings I didn't notice much of a difference.  I have ridden the X8, UnInc, and now the 09 custom ics and even though at times I think Burton is over-hyped these board/bindings setups are awesome.

durability of the ICS - great, durability of the rest of the board.......

seems this topic had been dead for awhile, needed some reviving.

If you get the EST bindings it is truly a great ride.  I am still questioning on the durability...also the hardware is pretty expensive. It will cost you approx $25US for a set.