Snowboards comparison — 2023-2024 season
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How they compare
the Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top leans more powder, while the Burton Instigator Flat Top 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 Instigator Flat Top uses flat (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail). The Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top is noticeably stiffer at 4/10 versus the Burton Instigator Flat Top's 1/10, suiting more aggressive riding.
Ratings
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
Burton Instigator Flat Top
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