Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top vs Burton Hideaway

How they compare

the Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top leans more powder, while the Burton Hideaway leans more all mountain. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. 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 Hideaway uses flat (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail). The Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the soft range.