I get up to Tahoe two or three times a year. So I'm a very casual rider. I had an old Burton King board for about 20 years, but I didn't improve much over the years. I was kind of stuck in advanced beginner / low-intermediate mode. So this season I googled, "best snowboards for intermediate riders," found the Goliath on a list and purchased it. I took it up to Palisades for the first time this week for some spring riding. And the difference was incredible. It was instantly easier to control than my old board. My confidence increased exponentially after just a couple of runs. Turns were easy to initiate, but I was also able to ride without an edge. On my old board, I was in constant fear of falling if I gained too much speed. But the Goliath had my back. This board is a total game changer for me and I can't wait for next season. I'm 6-1, 155lbs and purchased a 161W.

Ok to be fair it's my first and only board, but after spending a lot of time with rentals, this board feels like a dream. It's responsive, it's fast and it's very forgiving for a beginner like me. It seems like you have to actively work to catch an edge, even though it properly grips as soon as you're on an edge. I'm sure I'll enjoy this board for many years to come!

Smooth like butter and holds an edge really well. Lightweight and sexy. Great intermediate board and a true jack of all trades

I swear both boards are amazing!! the pop is crazy and its just fun to ride all mountain and even the park!

Great intermediate board with good control and flexibility for fun in the park and navigating those steep blacks!