Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top vs Burton Retro 1996 Dolphin Camber
Snowboards comparison — 2023-2024 season
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How they compare
the Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top leans more powder, while the Burton Retro 1996 Dolphin Camber leans more freestyle. The Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top uses a directional shape while the Burton Retro 1996 Dolphin Camber 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 Retro 1996 Dolphin Camber uses camber (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise).
Ratings
Piste
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
2
Burton Retro 1996 Dolphin Camber
7
Powder
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
10
Burton Retro 1996 Dolphin Camber
3
Freestyle
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
2
Burton Retro 1996 Dolphin Camber
10
Freeride
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
8
Burton Retro 1996 Dolphin Camber
2
Stiffness
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
4
Burton Retro 1996 Dolphin CamberN/A
Versatility
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
5
Burton Retro 1996 Dolphin Camber
5
Burton 1987 Elite Flat Top
Burton Retro 1996 Dolphin Camber
Core Specs
TerrainPowder
TerrainFreestyle
ShapeDirectional
ShapeTwin
CamberRocker
CamberCamber
Flex4/10
FlexN/A
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
Stance
Stance
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
152 — dimensions in mm
Camber Profile