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I've ridden the 12-13 162 WR about a season. I'm about 145lbs w/o pack and gear.

I think it's a worthy ride. The nose stays up well in pow although I might like another mm or two of nose height for super deep days (for skinning as much as riding). It does fine in corn and crap conditions. It's definitely on the light end of the spectrum which I like but I imagine it isn't as damp as some folks prefer. The light weight is absolutely awesome for the way up. For me it's a little bit stiff but not so much that I can't bend it and dork around a little. In split mode it skies decently, I think the camber towards the tail is helpful when I'm leaning too far back while skiing.

I think the 62 is the right size for me although the 58 or 65 would be fine. Those weight ranges are pretty general recommendations. I don't consider it a crazy shape that might warrant a huge departure from what you normally ride.

first day out on the 165 2012 whiteroom. Very impressed with the board so far. Breaking trail was no problem with the soft rockered nose. It's the biggest board I've ridden in 16 years of boarding and it felt a lot smaller than its actual size. Surprisingly nimble and still responsive pop. Definitely dig it.

Downside is the hooks.. don't work so well with karakoram bindings.

But yeah, I rode soft pow, mank, icy crap and a 3 mile cat track on it.. super smooth board love the feel. I have a Chimera coming and it's gonna be tough to put down the Rome.

Also, hit a lot of fallen trees as coverage was low. No rocks just branches and stumps. The base is primo, no issues. Overall an excellent first impression. We'll see about the durability others have noted on Rome boards but the sidewall construction and tight fit&finish have me confident.

fwiw I'm about 210lbs w gear

Their clip bolts are easier to strip than a vulnerable jack mormon.

hi, just trying to clarify what you are saying about the whiteroom and karakoram bindings...
do they not work well together or do you just need to switch the chinese hooks for k-clips?
still loving the board?

they don't work well with chinese hooks, switch to k-clips. Haven't ridden the w/r much since December, riding my other board a lot. My thoughts on the board are generally positive. It's a fun ride, good float and maneuverability that makes it feel like a 158 or 160, lightweight, definitely a backcountry style ride. Downside is quality of the materials imo, though the wear I've been unhappy with is cosmetic (topsheet).

wouls love to hear some more reviews on the whiteroom if anyone has more time on one