I get home from work yesterday after a fairly crappy day to a long, mysterious looking box sitting on my porch with "SBOL" on the sticker. GLEE! Finally made it to the living room after wading through 3 dogs that were more curious about the box than even I was, and proceeded to dig in...or try to anyway...I had to resort to using a knife because, let me tell you...Greco does NOT screw around when it comes to taping a box shut! I'll skip the 5 minutes of cursing and grumbling...Finally get the box open and slide out my new toys.

OMFG

After a pair of Salomon Snowblades being my only pair of boards, I had no IDEA what a real skiboard was. I was floored. These Revolts are SERIOUS looking pieces of equipment! I was expecting the length, which isn't MUCH longer than my 99cm's, but the width blew me away! No small wonder Snowblades are such a joke! And the quality? Wow. I looked them over for a good 10 minutes and the only flaw I could find was a practically invisible cosmetic scratch on the topsheet. I can tell you right now. The pictures of the Revolts on the site BARELY do them justice. I don't have the heart to cover up any of the artwork with the SBOL stickers I got, which are cool as hell, btw! I'll slap 'em on my helmet instead.

Now...The bindings. (Thanks for mounting 'em for me, btw, G!) NOW I see what people are talking about when they say Salomon bindings are cheesy. The Line FF Pro's...BAD...ASS! The bails on these things are thicker than the ones on my Salomons by a factor of three! MASSIVE! Everything about 'em says "SOLID". They were pretty easy to adjust, too!

I can't WAIT to hit the hill with these things!

Thanks again, G. Consider me a loyal customer! Great job on the Revolts!

Justin T., Chaplin, CT

Growing the sport... (From a thread on our forum. Click here to read the entire post)

Since the board was down yesterday and I needed some reading material, I visited skiboards.com or *********.*** and was wondering why they felt the need to censor this site whenever it was mentioned in a post.
Granted they may be competing business' however if they truly care about the growth of the sport than why censor.
Do they feel that they can't compete against this site / business?
I mean for the most part their products are different. While they both might carry some of the same products as far as little things go, for the majority the product lines are completely different to those of us that know the difference. There are no 8 hole boards on this site whatsoever, there are no Groove boards on their site whatsoever, etc etc. In fact the only simaler boards they have are the Canon's and Mix boards.
So instead of censoring the general public and hurting the growth of the sport, why not compete?

A year or so ago when I first got into skiboarding (which I thought was snowblading at the time) I did a search on the net. The first place I found was the other site, while it seemed bigger it definitely felt like I was going into a foot locker to buy sneaks. Where they attack your ass for a sale the second you walk in the door. I personally hate that, and I wasn't there to buy but to do research and learn what to buy. Thank GOD I am not one to settle as I did more research and found SBOL. Everyone here treated me with respect and I learned a lot about the difference in equipment, etc. Greco NEVER pushed me into a sale and ended up with my business (however small it may have been) and now he has me as a loyal customer. Maybe this is the reason the other site feels thay need to censor instead of compete.
Anyway, the whole point to the post is the fact that the censoring of another site / business isn't helping the growth of the sport in any way shape or form.
My hats off to Greco and SBOL for keeping it real and making a real attempt to grow the sport which can only lead to a healthier business in the end.

Just some reference on me so you can see where I'm coming from..

I am the founder of an online Mustang club (www.superstallions.com) which has been in
existance for over 5 years now and I would never censor any of the posts made in one of our forums because it suggested another website to look at. While my Mustang club is by far not the biggest, we have a great bunch of people which I consider to be like an extended family. In ways it's a LOT like it is on here just about cars and not skiboarding. While I may not be one to post a lot, I do read almost everything that gets posted. I'm not a great skiboarder, I can't do the tricks you guys do, I'm an 31 year old fat guy who loves to spend time on the mountain on skiboards. The fact that you all respect me for that and don't treat me like I'm just wasting space is really cool!! We are all here for one thing, we love skiboarding and IMHO censoring a website is just plain BS when all it does is hurt the sport.

Information weather it be good or bad is still information and should always be left to the one being informed to weather it's good information or not. Everyone has an opinion and it shouldn't be censored simply because it might cost them $1 or two.

Thanks for reading my rant, and once again

BIGGUPS to SBOL and Greco

The BEST DAMN SKIBOARD SOURCE ONLINE PERIOD!!!!

Wimp' (John)

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Canon M7 / Canon Bindings
Groove Skywalkers / Groove Bindings
Lange Boots

Thanks! I heard SBOL is the best -- now I KNOW you are!
You just gained a faithful customer!

Valerie O., Amsterdam, NY

Customer service was very helpful and informative when i was making my purchase. It's awesome that the people who work for you actually skiboard!
other sites were nowhere near as helpful. Thanks!

Andrew S., Brookfield, CT

Greco
5-10 business days? More like 3!! They have just arrived today. Incredible. The Brinton's look kicking as expected. The big surprise are the Bomber Elites. I can't get over the quality of materials and attention to detail. They are quite exquisite and look just at home on my mantelpiece as objects of industrial art. No one mentioned their range of adjustability. I like to pull the bindings back rather then have them centered (I find this works better for all mountain use) the Bombers allow a lot of scope for experimentation. Another nice surprise. I appreciate you can't comment here but they make the Line FF Pro's look like an afterthought. Previously I had seen rave opinions on the Bombers but thought they were overstated, I was wrong, they weren't. Thanks too for mounting them for me.
Finally, the sweet cheery on the top is the SB1 video which you kindly included. I shall enjoy that later this evening Again thanks for your great help, it has been a pleasure and I look forward to the next time I can buy something from you.

Rowdy B., London, England

I ordered the M7s from you guys and should receive them tomorrow.
They were shipped out in less than 24 hours of ordering. Thanks for the unbelievable service.
I am definitely going recommend skiboardsonline to everyone. Thanks again,

Fin N., Middletown, CT

The online chat function of the site allows anyone to have their questions answered immediately. That is one of the most helpful features of the site and certainly why i feel compelled to buy from these guys on this purchase. I've received so much help through that chat feature that i owe these guys this purchase. Thanks skiboardsonline.com. You're awesome!

Chris O., Los Angeles, CA

Hey,
I don't know if u remember me but I bought the line weapons a few months ago and man what can I say. I spent the last 2 days on the mountain and I had so much fun with these skiboards. I love them, they are great. I just took next week off so I can just go and have fun. Anyway just wanted to say thx.

P.S. I will send u guys some pic's soon of tricks and stuff :)

Tom M., Boise, ID

The bombers are to outfit my girlfriend's boards (Groove 82cm Retros). I have a set of bombers on my 90cm Groove Green Taxi's and I LOVE THEM!!!
I have a friend who is Mr. Snowboard and he is running a set of Toaster bindings on his race snowboard. So when I broke my Groove Bindings (the early ones this year) on the first day, I looked for better bindings. When I found the Bombers I was sold. I have skiboarded on my bombers since Xmas and I will probably break the boards, or ME before the bindings.   I found your page by doing a search on skiboards,  and you have the best price going on the bombers.  Even better when you figure your shipping rates! Thanks for the fast turn around, and I have you "Bookmarked" so I will be back.

Thank you.  Keep up the good work, and the professional customer service.  It's refreshing to see technology used well in a small business operation.

Steven L., Columbus, OH

Thank you so much for all your help. I will recommend you to anyone i know that is on the market for skiboards. I appreciate you taking the time to answer my questions
.....can't wait to use them!!

Leslie B., Ann Arbor, MI

They just have arrived.m (Canon M7 w/ Elite Bindings)
They're great!
And thank you for the free video tape and bindings setting.
Thanks a lot!

Minki K., Rokastaff, APO

best prices ever no other store is better than yours especially for someone just getting in to skiboarding

Christian G., Ann Arbor, MI

Hey,
Skiboards rock all I need is wax and snow :) They look sick as hell im getting my boots after work today :) By the way thx for the cd and video and stickers that was cool.

Tom M., Meridian, ID

i got my line's today i was really surprised to see a video with the order, you guys are great!
Thanks,

JK, Maple City, MI

Hey to everyone at skiboardsonline.com!!! U guys have awesome stuff!!!!
luv the lunch lady hoodie!!!!!!! later

Mat, via email

First of all i would really like to thank you a lot! You have been very kind in all the process of purchase with us. For me was a pleasure to buy my new boards from you, especially due to your kindness and your high level of professionality.

Emanuele Z., Genova, Italy

Hi Tom. How are you? I'm writing you just to tell you that i received today the boards! (Canon M7 w/Canon TD1 Bindings) They are really beutifoul!! I didn't expect that they were so beautifoul!! I want to thank you again very much! Next time i'll buy something from you i'll use my credit card,ok? Have a nice christmas!

Bye,
Emanuele Z., Genova, Italy

 

Here's a message posted to Drew's board regarding SBOL. Because of a glitch in our mail server our shopping cart didn't send a confirmation email and this customer became a little worried:

"Is this a good sight to buy stuff from, i just ordered my bomber elites from them...i never got a confirmation e-mail....i'm not screwed am i?"  -59 Racing (Garret)

And here's what the guys who hang out at Drew's message board had to say about SBOL:

"Dude, that was a bad call.... the guy that runs the site, this 'greco' guy, he doesn't have a clue about anything.... Damn man, you should do more research...

HAHAHA, seriously though, buying from SBOL is the best call you could have made. Greco's a great guy who's always here to answer my shit, and for that I'm thankful. He knows his stuff and I'm sure he'll stand behind it."  - Chacmool

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"I just wanted to echo chacmool's sentiments; I have never met anybody so selflessly dedicated to a sport. He deals in skiboards because he loves it, plain and simple. He is always here helping everybody out. I have never seen another vendor on this site, or any site, unless it's a shameless plug to buy their shit. I don't get a chance to buy stuff often, but when I do it's from greco."  - Griswald

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"Greco's is the real deal and anyone who has spent any time on this board will have good things to say about greco........support SBOL because Grecco supports skiboarders!!!!!" - Taber

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"59, Greco is always on this site answering questions. He knows his stuff. I don't think you can go wrong." - Lion

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" indeed, greco has been on the scene since the beginning. he's got industry contacts and he really knows his shit. SBOL is the official skiboard dealer of Drew's Skiboard Page ;-)" - Drew

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"fo sho. greco is the man." - Chipzaroy

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And finally here's 59 racer's follow up to the message thread:

"we'll he followed up on my problem thanks man! i guess what ya'll said
is true! " - 59 racing

and his personal reply to me:

damn dood....u kick ass....i should of bought my boards with u guys....f*ck
getboards.com, i'm shopin with u guys from now on - Garret

Greco,
Thanks a lot.
I am going to try them out this Saturday or Sunday of course after waxing them.
Thanks again for all the updates.. They are much appreciated.

Louis G., City of Industry, CA

SBOL,
I just wanna thank you guys for getting my order on time and ok. It is much appreciated how you all handled our order mess up when we ordered with check instead of credit card on accident. If we ever need anymore gear, we'll be sure to check out you guys.
Thanx,

Ben T., Louisville, KY

you guys are a great company, all the comments are true, thanks a lot for your time, have a good day.

Kevin P., Boulder, CO

Greco,
I just received my skibag! You made good on your promise for which I am
most greatful. I won't hesitate to shop with you in the future.
I noticed and appreciate that you didn't up charge me for the shipping.
Thank you very much!

Sue K., Derby, CT

I don't have any pics but I just wana say that you take great pics. I was on the site and i saw some of you doin tricks and also taking pics of other people (who by the way are pretty awesome) ummm......that's it.
Peace,

Keith U., Unknown

Thank you for the info and help...really appreciate it. My first year ski boarding and looking forward to it big time! Glad I found your sight! Thanks again and I'm sure I'll be back!

Chuck J., Renton, WA

Thanks Greco.
I’ve been showing off my new skiboards and they definitely attract attention. Too bad we’re still months away from seeing good skiing weather! If I run across anyone interested in buying a pair, I’ll certainly send them your way as you have been most helpful to me in making these purchases.
Thank you,

Wade B., Dickinson, ND

Greco,
Thanks for your quick and helpful response. I just ordered the Brinton's with
the Bomber bindings. To be honest I was leaning that way anyway and your mail
just made my mind up. If they are all everyone says they are then its going to
be a joy riding some really decent boards because the stuff you can hire in
Europe just doesn't cut it. Nice doing business with you.
Cheers,

Andy W., London, England

Thank you for the info and the quick response.
I will be sure to order from you all when it comes time to purchase.
The other sites I have visited will sell me anything and promise everything is great...etc. Their are just pushing the sell I guess.
Again, thank you for the help.
Have a good one!

Unknown, from Internet chat session

Greco,
The boards are here. You're a life saver! Thanks for the absolutely excellent service. I'm definitely going to send all my friends to your site to get their gear from you.
Have a great Holiday Season.
Regards,

Oliver D., Edison, NJ

Greco,
Just a little note of Thanks!! UPS delivered my package around 2pm Chrismas Eve. Just in time, even with time to spare to wrap it up. I really appreciate the hard work of you and your staff in getting me the new Canon M7's in time for Christmas. Thanks again!!

Oliver G., Oakridge, NJ
P.S. May you all have a prosperous New Year!!

Hello,
I receive today my order and i 'm happy. It's ok, thanks for the stickers.
I will advise you.

Eric M., Cagnes Sur Mer, France

Hey Greco,
My packet has arrived this morning.
Thank you!
So if anyone out there needs a new pair of skiboards, go with Greco and Skiboardsonline.com! :)
Best regards,

Janos M., Hildisrieden, Switzerland

Thanks a lot for all of your help in my purchase of my first pair of
skiboards. With your informative web site and useful forums, I've been able
to determine exactly which pair of boards was best suited for me. And even
though there was a delay in you getting the boards from the manufacturer,
you guys pulled through and provided constant status updates so that I could
make a decision about shipping options so that I'd get them when I needed
them. Having tried them out on the slopes, they triumph over the rentals
that I was introduced into the sport by as much as the original rentals beat
out my tried and true skis. Kudos for doing such a great job and running
such a great site!

Lee S., Germantown, MD

THANKS !
"We here at SBOL take customer service very seriously."
You're damn right !
I also want to thank you again, Greco.
My packet arrived a few hours ago and I'm glad that
everything worked out so well !
BIG THX !!!

Matthias W., Titisee-Neustadt, Germany

To Greco,

i just wanted to say thanks. You have helped me alot on selecting my skiboard and everything about skiboard. Few of my friends are planning to get a pair of skiboards, i'll let them know of you and skiboardonline.com. again, thanks for you help.

Kevin L., Brooklyn, NY

I love you Skiboardsonline.com

Yea, I order some canon td-1 bindings for my new line mike nick pros, and a groove skiboard bag and canon shirt, and it came. Anyways, you guys r0x0r5!!!

Alex M., Okemos, MI

Greco,

Thanks, I am not sure why the first email didn't go through. I did get the
UPS tracking number sent to both addresses, so go figure!! I am just glad
that the boards are on the way!

Thank you for shipping them so quickly! I would recommend your store to any
of my friends (although most of them are snowboarders, unfortunately... ever
thought of selling those? :) I am looking forward to trying out my new
gear this weekend!

Thanks,

Jeff N., Fort Wayne, IN

Greco

Sure enough they arrived yesterday at 11:57 just before I went to work at 12:00. They look fantasic and I am going to have them crystal glide finished on Monday ready for the slopes on Friday. Thanks very much for the fast service, I was dreading that they wouldn't turn up and I would have to rent again.

Thanks once again

Wesley H., Camberley, Great Britain

Greco,

As always, you have once again proven to be the most efficient person I've ever dealt with...
I really thank you for your attention and for your trust in my ideas for SBOL. If by any chance you need anything from the European sector please keep me in mind, I'd be truly glad to help.

Best Regards,

Marco L., Roma, Italy

Hey Greco,

Just got my new Brintons - they look sweet and the bag is awesome. I can't wait to try them out. Thanks for the great service.

Jeff D., Boston, MA

Thank you so much your service is unparalleled! I was so shocked, know that
I'll be buying here again!

Owen R., North Bay, Ontario, Canada

Dear Greco,

I was overconcerned... not even one hour after I sent the e-mail the package was delivered !  And it reached me in an excellent state. Only thing now is the snow and my winter vacation...

Hope I will enjoy the Snowjams as much as the people who tried them before me.

Thanks and sunny regards from the Netherlands.

Cecile G., Helmond, Netherlands

Hey G

I just received my Deeluxe Lemans boots yesterday and all I can say is AWESOME!!!!! Right out of the box they were the most comfortable boots I have ever put on my feet. Very solid and the adjustable lean is killer. I cant wait to have the liners molded to my feet and see how much more comfy they will be. Everybody should buy a pair of these boots...THEY ARE KILLER!!! and just as a side note I have to say that your service is top notch bro. I have never had a better experience buying product anywhere as I have at SBOL. Everything was excellent...boots arrived quickly with no problems at all. Thanks for everything G

Doug H., Huntington Beach, CA

This site is amazing, I ordered Groove boards on friday and they came on monday. You cannot beat the service. Thanks so much. You have a new lifetime customer.

Patrick M., Farmington, NJ

Greco

Thanks so much for the attention to detail with the recent successful delivery of the Fusion skiboards from Mix. They look great and Will was happy to see them. We're looking forward to trying them out this weekend..He agreed with me that they were worth the wait if not the hassle. Thanks again!!

Mike K., Chesire, CT

Skiboards are a blast...I'll admit a growing sense of fear as I drove up the mountain. I'm a big guy (6'7" 280lbs) with very little balance and sense of coordination so this felt pretty out there for me. I've also not tried any other snow sports other than boarding 11 years ago and that was a painful, miserable day of being totally out of control the entire time. No good.

My first time on skiboards (yesterday) was altogether different. I found single turns and stops to be completely natural. With a little practice over an hour or so I was stringing together multiple turns and switching edges on relatively flat terrain (green). It was an hour and a half before my first fall on some slightly steeper terrain. My brain didn't like how my body felt when I pointed the skis straight down the hill during a turn on the steep section of this run...so my brain threw my butt on the ground. After a few more turns again this seemed to begin working itself out. I just need to practice more.

Thanks to Greco for taking some time to chat with me late last week about some of the "how to" of riding. I'm hooked and buying a season pass this weekend.

Chris H., Redmond, WA

Greco,

Thank you very much for your help & your great customer service!!

Mark S., Scarsdale, NY

greco your so hot i want you..... jus playin bro, dude i just got home and got my new boards, (snowjam 90's) idk if you know exactly who i am but i was the kid that ordered these and wax plus a helmet.... thanks again you got me off my k2 fattys and on to snojams just by giving me a sticker, if your ever local for creek and you wanna ride im always open bro. (plus today is monday, if you get there soon those table tops at south are awesome they were just groomed that and the pipe is the best i have seen in 3 yrs) mad props to you "super-G"

peace bro

Joe Z., Port Jervis, NY

Received order - Outstanding Service!

Dan T., Wheeling, WV