The 2024 Capita Mega Merc Snowboard Review
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Great review!🔥
Awesome review! Trying to decide on this vs the Yes Standard UNINC. Ride east (ice coast), rarely park but looking for something that can still be fun at slower speeds with less experienced friends.
Just got this in 160W and am torn between the new Now Drive Pro or the 23 Atlas Pro. Dealers choice? (6’1” muscular build, 195lbs, size 13 boot, all mountain aggressive rider: hard carving, side hits, many pow days, small to medium jumps) You’re the MAN!
Drive Pro is a little much for that board.
Mercury’s on the mega merc. Makes sense
Shelled out the cash and bought a Mega this year. Trying to decide between the Union Atlas Pro or the Bent Metal solution for a binding. Looking for something super stiff and responsive to charge hard through pow and cliffs. Also will be riding in some banked slalom comp with this board/ binding settup. Unions are made in china, Bent metal in Washington so if they were a tie I would go with Bent Metals.
No Bent Metals are made in China, the cover plate is made in WA.
@@AngrySnowboarder Ok I think the Atlas Pro is going to be the best binding to unleash the potential of the Mega Merc for me. Thanks G.
China boys are better than Americans at making snowboard gear anyways lol
Push out the 2024 BSOD review. We know you have it already, give the people what they want!
Is this how you ask for things? Rude!
I just talked to my chase , chase sapphire!🎉 bought it…
You suggested stiffer bindings for 2024 model and bit softer bindings for 2022. Does the 2023 model have same flex as 2022 or 2024?
@AngrySnowboarder-Awesome review and thank you for making these! I’ve been on the fence on getting a 2024 MM and only due to the reviews on the Mega Death and BSOD. What are your thoughts between those 3 and what would you say differentiates them? Again, thank you for the great reviews!
Would the Ride C8 be fine too? Thanks for all the amazing reviews!
Sure.
Merc or Mega Merc?
I only ride two weeks a year since I don’t live near a mountain. I am looking to replace my T.Rice Pro 2016. I mostly carve on groomers, but I the weather allows it I will be chasing pow. I want a board the can take my carving skills to the next lvl and where I can improve my switch and Jump/spin skills. I can ride switch but it is not pretty. I am still working to stomp the 360 on a medium jump. But I basically want I board where I can make both quick and long carving turns and FAST. That can ride switch, it does not need to be a perfect board for switch. Where I can jump off anything and make progress in getting more comfortable at bigger jumps and improve my spinning.
I have narrowed it down to the MERC and MM I just don’t know which one is best for and though you maybe had some input that could help me decide.
Best regards
Peter
Just get the regular Mercury.
Hey, great show guys! I ride icy Apex ( lol) currently on a 163 wide , l am 220 lbz and 6’1” fit not flab aggressive intermediate been skiing forever and boarding for 8 years. Looking at 160W either merc or mega merc. What would you recommend?. I try to do as much sled boarding (pow) as possible but want something that’s good on steep Mowgli terrain as well. Thanks, l hope someday to rail corners like you do on your videos!
Either.
Trying to decide between this, the Nitro Alternator, and the Korua Transition finder.. what would you recommend for a quiver killer to haul ass, rail euro-carves, bank turns in the trees, and boost side hits?
All of the above.
Would the Cartel/Cartel X be a good binding for this too? Looking for a burton binding that can work for both Shadowban and Mega merc, but cant decide between cartel or cartel x. Would appreciate your opinion which will be optimal.
They'll work.
What are the main differences between the mega death and mega merc? (I appreciate it's directional vs twin & slightly different camber profile)
But which is more aggressive, speed, pop, damp etc?
Megan death is the MEGA version of the BSOD. So that being said the Mega death is going to be the more aggressive board. Speed, pop and dampness should be pretty similar.
Hey Avran! Watched this and the mega death, is it me or do they seem to target a similar type of rider (explosive / aggressive, powder board with great backcountry freestyle capabilities). How would yo differentiate the two?
There's some overlap. All mountain freestyle you go Mega Merc, more groomer carving and a high end ride Mega Death.
Trying to decide between 155 or 157. Im 175lbs 5’10. Would you share your thoughts? Looking at all mountains and park riding. Currently on 155 huck knife pro for reference. Cheers
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Hey Angry, I had a 21-22 Mercury and loved its bombing and carving ability but when not laying it over I found the turn initiation to be quite sluggish. Does the Mega Merc have the same feel? Are there other twin/directional twin boards that are damp and good for bombing, carving, side hits, and tearing up the mountain but also better turn initiation to be able slow it down and navigate around slow skier families?
Check out the Korua Otto
@@AngrySnowboarder Those boards look pretty sweet. Is there a board that is a bit more damp and better for the icy conditions of the northeast that will still suit my needs? Would the TRS, Manifest Team (if i can find one), or Arbor Candle work better?
Rad Air Tanker.
@@AngrySnowboarder Interesting. Not what I was expecting. Wow those are some big boards. No camber too? Are you putting out a review on them soon?
Have difficulties to decide between this one or the Black Snowboard of Death, mainly because I was never really invested in the "gear side" of snowboarding. The way I understand, the Mega Merc is right in between the BSOD and the regular Mercury in terms of ride feel, strengths and weaknesses? I have been riding a 2013 Bruton Antler until that old thing got stolen last year for some reason, which now presents a good time for a well needed upgrade. I mostly ride groomers with the occasional side jumps, ollies and even less so butter tricks. Im only rarely in the park but absolutely have to take every powder opportunity that presents itself. From the marketing texts and reviews both the mega merc and the BSOD seem to fit my riding style rather well, which is why I just cannot decide. Any help would be appreciated
Probably want the Mega Merc honestly.
Hey Angry, thanks for the review. currently got a 2024 assassin with 23 union forces. lookin for somethin thats more stable, better for carves, pow and trees. Got the chance to pick up a like new second hand mega merc, will the union forces be compatible or are they maybe a bit too soft? Cheers!
Bindings are compatible and that's definitely going to be a more stable stiffer ride.
@@AngrySnowboarder sick, thanks heaps 🫡
Looking at a couple of stiff twinish freeride boards, Mega Merc, Jones UMT, Juggernaut, maybe even BSOD. For refrence I have an aviator 2 thats way too soft in the nose and folds on landings, and a UMT that I loved but snapped landing into a bomb hole. I can get shop rate on every brand except Jones (fuck vail) so what are my options?
I'd honestly go Rossignol.
Bought it first year out and now I don’t have any excuse to buy other board 😢 one board to ride them all…
just out of curiosity what does the negative sidecut mean on the spec sheet? Does it means the radius progressively shortens upto 1.5m towards the middle?
It's the little bump, like magnatraction, between the feet. You can see it clearly.
Hooger Booger litewave or Mega Merc with Excel bindings
Rad Air 203 with Plate Bindings.
Semi unrelated but I just picked up a lightly used 1st gen flat-to-rocker navigator 2020 from a homie who was moving.. ever ridden it? 👍 or 👎? Plenty of cambered pow boards here, thought this could be a fun wildcard
I loved that one.
Hey Avran, I usually rather have more damped bindings so Aluminum ones are usually not an option. from the C Ride bindings line which would you recommend to pair with the MM? Thanks
8's all day.
@@AngrySnowboarder thanks !
Trying to decide between this, the Super DOA and Never Summer Proto Ultra - I'm an advanced to expert level rider. I ride in the Tahoe area and looking for a everyday resort killer. Ripping groomers, side hits, boosting off of rollers, trees the day or 2 after a storm. I like butter but no crazy flat land tricks. I will definetly be riding park mostly jump lines small to large, boxes and maybe a few rails. I have a dedicated board for deep days so performance in that type of condition isn't a huge concern. Rode a Custom flying V last year and want something a little more confidence inspiring when really pushing. I'm 5'11" 180/185lbs and size 10 boot. Thinking 156 in the Super DOA, in the mega I'm not sure if the 155 or 157 would be the better choice. Would love to get your opinion. Thanks!
If you're an expert rider one would think you'd know not to look at anything from Never Summer.
@@AngrySnowboarder lol noted. Never had a chance to ride one and discover that. So between the 2 Capita boards do you have any recommendation?
Honestly you don’t need the super or the mega. You just need a board with camber to correct all those bad habits you picked up riding Flying V.
I've ridden several full camber and hybrid camber through the years, I think I'll be ok after one season on Flying V. @@AngrySnowboarder
@brentwilliams3316 Mega Mercury in 157...I have one for sale from last year brand new..
I've got last years and love it! You pretty much summed it up!
@johnnyscott9195 are you able to butter with it?
@@JohnnyEase yeah, to an extent. It's not the most buttery board I've owned, but it's not supposed to be. But if you know who to butter, you can butter it.
Thoughts on Bent Metal transfers on this guy? Underpowered or good amount of binding?
It’ll work
Hi! I am looking for advice regarding size of the Mega Mercury (155 or 157). I currently ride on a Amplid Paradigma (2010) 159. I mainly ride on groomers, carving and some jups/side hits. Sometimes powder but not often in park. I am 6" tall, weigh 170-175 LBS and have shoe size US 9. I am leaning towards the 155 due to my shoe size but do you think that I will have enough stability on higher speeds and length for carving as I come from a 159 board (flex 6, directional twin, camrocker and waist widt 250mm)? On the other side the 157 might be wide and feel to big. Thank you in advance for your advice! Kind regards, Sander
57 would be more logical to me coming from a 59 while the 55 would probably be too short for what you want.
Thanks a lot! @@AngrySnowboarder
Anything noticeably different between the mega merc and nitro team pro?
Yeah.
dude these videos... but with a surfboard in front of you. same commentary. would be gold.
Surfing sucks.
I have had this board for a while (black/yellow, previous year model, 159). 5’10, 175+ lbs, size 9W boots, Union Falcors.
I love almost everything about it, but am looking for a 2nd board better for the deeper powder days (Wasatch Mts etc) while not compromising performance on steeper/technical terrain too much. I have been considering the Korua Dart, Korua Dart Plus, BSOD, Jones Storm Chaser, Ultra Flagship, etc.
What 2nd freeride, more powder-capable board would you recommend pairing with my Mega Merc?
Why not just get a real powder board. Out of what you have listed the only one that stands out is the Storm Chaser and that's probably too far into the powder spectrum than you want to go so I'd say go to the Storm Wolf instead.
hi! i'm old...(53) ans and i've been riding for 34 years . I had many boards but curiously , I always "come back" with a Custom X (at least the last 15 years). what do you think about changing for a Méga Merc ? ( "agressive" all moutain utilisation). Merci.
I think you should do what you want.
OK , nothing special to say i guess, so i stay with custom X . Thanks .@@AngrySnowboarder
Hey Averon,
Need your awesome advice please.
Am looking to buy a Mega Merc, but not sure if I should get a 156W or 158W.
I'm 5'11, with size boots 11.5 - 12 (depending on the brand).
Currently have an old 157 Inca Freeride board, which I've out grown experience - wise and kept booting me out .... due to my boot size.
Cheers
I have no clue because you could be 350lbs or 125lbs.
I'm about 209lbs@@AngrySnowboarder
58w.
Thanks heaps
what feels like a smoother ride this or the mega death?
About equal.
isn’t this board also comparable with the old jones aviator (2016) too?
If you want to.
I've got Union Strada bindings can I work on this board with these
You can do anything you want. In my opinion it's a little under performing for it.
Size 10 boot, 185lbs, riding at Brighton Resort. What size should I get?
More freeride 59 to 61 more freestyle 57.
I've been riding lib tech for a while got the t rice pro 164 just bought the 159 mega mercury 2024 excited to get it love all your info you give appreciate what you do
Whats the difference between this one and the 21-22?
color. -TC
Do you get the hooky feeling that folks talk about on the normal Merc with the Mega?
No
between mega merc and mega death, which you would choose ? why ? i want a board that can be used in all situations
Mega Merc because unless you're a Oral Surgeon with money to burn you don't need a Mega Death.
Currently riding Goliath +..would the mega merc be worth adding to the quiver?
Kind of a lateral move.
@@AngrySnowboarder that’s kind of what I was thinking but so tempting to try it out. The Goliath + is amazing but could use that little bit of extra edge bite on shorter radius carved turns since I feel like I hit the limitations pretty easily with the Goliath+.
Kazu 2024 review??
No Mega Merc 2024, title should have specified that.
Hi Angry, what would you say are the top 3 boards that you would pair up with the MM in a quiver?
Nitro Quiver Cannon 203. Spring Break Resort Twin. Ride Superpig.
can you/shall you wax the megadrive base? Is there a risk to damage its zipper design?
Once you buy it you can do anything you want.
If you don't know the answer, that's perfectly fine, you can say so.
Do mine for a year, no problem
I am getting the 160w, cannot wait. Am coming from a Yes Greats 159. Will be interesting to see what the difference in edge to edge speed is and really how different it will be to butter. I was looking for more speed, more dampness and float in powder but I still hope, I can pull off some of my favorite butter variations
This isn’t to scare you because this board is probably one of the best boards on the market but this thing is not going to butter. It’ll only butter going fast as hell on a super steep slope and all of your weight over the tip. Then maybe, just maybe you’ll get it to press.
I find the tips are softer on the Merc, just my opinion, it definitely is faster, damper and floats better but overall it's super light so feels like nothing underfeet. I've selling the greats keeping the Merc, the only thing I felt the greats did better was actually the edge hold.
@@V1NC3J interesting, thanks. Yeah, that midbite of some Yes board really is quite something. And I'd argue the edge to edge speed of the Greats is a bit better too given its very narrow width. But then again, the Mega Merc has some aspects going for itself in that regard
@@henryviz Thanks. In terms of butterability, there are many different perspectives out there. Some say, it butters even rather easily. Some say, it's very difficult. As I have been riding for 20+ years on many different boards, I am pretty sure I will pull off some butters - maybe I'll not be holding them as long as with my Greats. And even if that is not the case... it sure is a trade-off between playfulness and dampness/speed
Great review. Will you review the Kazu this year? Seems like there’s some changes from the previous model. Thanks 🤘🏼
Yes.
Did you enjoy yourself more on this or the Alternator? Seemed to like both. Looking for a all mtn carver
I typically enjoy myself on whatever board I'm on that day.
Quick question can u wax this board?
If you buy it you can do anything you want to it.
I wax it ,I was skeptical Abt it cause the moonshot base never seen that on a board before
Is there a difference between this years and last years? MAterial wise or other?
Tweak to the base finish, otherwise still the same.
@@AngrySnowboarder Cool. Thanks
I am in between this board and the Capita Aeronaut. Could you share what the main difference between these two would be, seem similar per both the reviews. Thanks for all these reviews btw!
Camber profile, shape, flex.
Custom x or mega merc?
What are two snowboards from two different brands built in two different factories for $200 Alex.
@@AngrySnowboarder is the custom x still a good all mountain selection?
If you like mediocrity.
I’ve got the regular mercury 160w from last years and i really love it but i want something with more pop and little bit more stiff for all mnt freestyle/ freeride-powder . So should i go with the mega merc or the mega death?
I will keep my reg merc for park riding
- i’m 220lbs with 12 size boots
Thanks for your review Avran
Probably just want the Mega Merc, Mega Death seems like it might be overkill for you.
That's what I thought.
I'm an advanced/expert rider but I'm lazy sometimes 😂
I ride last year's. This ride is a charger. The only time I've gone over the handlebars was on the last gate on a banked race that I was trying to shave some time on😂. Other than that, it took a second to get used to only having a camber in the middle, but that's just me.
Highly recommended..
MM OR BSOD?
LMNOP
@@AngrySnowboarder Hey angry I know it’s not your problem but what would make a better one board quiver I suppose I would have a DOA in the backup but I plan on riding the MM or BSOD for a few seasons most days. I want a free ride demon I can take anywhere and still get some air
MM is more versatile for an all arounder, BSOD is for charging.
I have never ridden before this definitely the board i need. Quack😂
Baaaaad Idea ;)
I have been riding a board with old school camber you could drive a car underneath but I think Capita needs to work on its edge disruption. Not the best edge hold
My ego keep telling me I need one. My ability isn't 😅
I was fortunate enough to ride that board over this past weekend. And it honestly unlocked another level of my riding. Having me believe I am way better than I am. I'm getting one after riding it. Absolutely a rocket for a board
@@paulpadilla3691 cool! Ty for the input🙏
I got the 2023 version, just took it to it’s first week in Val Thorens and WILD! As he said, it’s a Ferrari and it wants to ride fast.
@@weonboard9430same as Paul above. I test rode a friend’s the other day and it felt like I was cheating. It made everything so effortless. Carving through chunder felt amazing, ice wasn’t an issue either. I was even popping off some stuff and I never get airborne. I think this is a board that you can “grow into”.
Yo Angry. Scooped up last years orca for dirt cheap. I have a pair of last year’s malavitas and Rome DODs. I get you not an orca fan but between the two bindings what would you throw on the Orca
Orca's a fine board, it's the cult around it I'm not a fan of. I'd slap the DOD's on it, give you a little more power out of a turn and less likely to crack your topsheet than the Malavitas.
Thanks brotha! Been back and forth on this and figured I’d turn to an expert that knows more than the adolescents at evo. Enjoy the season
So this or Aeronaut?
Sure!
If you’re a advanced freestyle rider who wants to boost into outer space and then some. That wants a slightly (0.5cm) set back board. Get your $850 together and never look back. You’ll love this board.
It’s fast, it’s light, death grip gives you a little bit better edge hold, there is 0 chatter in this thing. It’s the best thing on the market. But it’s not for the faint of heart. Simple as that.
Hey Angry. You use M/L or L/XL black labels? I'm your size and size 10 foot, low end of L/XL so was leaning towards those
I actually have both, but prefer the m/l.
@@AngrySnowboarder thanks bro!
Hello, what would you choose between Mega Merc and K2 Antidote?😬reasons? Thanks!
The one that I want to ride. Because I’m a man and make my own decisions!
Algorithm comment
Better float: 155 Mega Merc or 157 Antidote?
Antidote.
Will you be reviewing the DOA anytime soon?
It hasn't changed since the last time I reviewed it.
If you bought a Mega Merc would you rail it?
Yes
All damn day
So what’s the difference between the mega death and mega mercury
Got so excited you asked this twice? Shape, construction, sidecut, flex, base finish, and purpose.
@@AngrySnowboarder oh yes I did by the accident, because the internet…
@@AngrySnowboarder I don’t know how to choose between this 2 boards… because the specs are so similar…
@@dannywu3287 more all mountain freestyle Mega Merc, more balls to the wall charging and want to tell people you have no regard for financial stability then Mega Death.
@@AngrySnowboarderhow about the AERONAUT and mega mercury? Could u please help me out with that too? :)
Which board is better to hard charge and carve... mega merc or mega death?
Mega Death.
I am gonna have so much fun on this board🏂💨 Pocket bacon!!!
Just got mine a few days ago ! Can't wait to try it out :)