Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top vs Burton Blossom
Snowboards comparison — 2023-2024 season
How they compare
the Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top leans more powder, while the Burton Blossom leans more freestyle. The Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top uses a directional shape while the Burton Blossom is twin. The Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top has a rocker profile (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel), while the Burton Blossom uses camber (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise). The Burton Blossom is noticeably stiffer at 8/10 versus the Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top's 4/10, suiting more aggressive riding.
Ratings
Piste
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
2
Burton Blossom
7
Powder
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
10
Burton Blossom
3
Freestyle
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
2
Burton Blossom
10
Freeride
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
8
Burton Blossom
2
Stiffness
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
4
Burton Blossom
8
Versatility
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
5
Burton Blossom
5
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
Burton Blossom
Core Specs
TerrainPowder
TerrainFreestyle
ShapeDirectional
ShapeTwin
CamberRocker
CamberCamber
Flex4/10
Flex8/10
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
Stance
Stance
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
Burton Blossom
Women’s park/all-mountain Burton with a smaller used pool than the Feelgood. Listings titled Blossom Camber are the same family — still check the season and base, and do not overpay just because women’s sizes turn over slower.