The Libtech Orca Snowboard Review 

Angry snowboarder is THE only review I trust

Just got my Orca 159 this week, can’t wait to take Big Shamu on the mountain this season!

Just picked up a 153, can't wait for snow! 175lbs size 12.5 6'1".

Raving about a Libtech? Must be good.

Just took my 153 through New Zealand and was an absolute killer!

Gots mine 159. Cannot wait.

Just pulled the trigger on a 153. 2nd board I've bought based on recommendation from Avran.

One of my all time fav boards!

Hell yeah, I agree completely with your remarks. I rode my brothers 153 orca for a few runs in mammoth and I was sold. Just ordered mine two days ago and it arrives next Wednesday 🤟🏻

Got the late release 156 and I love it. This board just rips in all conditions, pow, groomers, hard pack, chunder and even ice.

A couple of questions 1)for the latest models, what is the flex like compared to the lib rig? 2)how do they handle groomers/would it be pretty good for typical east coast conditions/the days when we don’t get a dump? 3)How does it handle speed?

Yesss! I’ve been waiting for you to make this review as you make the best snowboard reviews 🤙 and I want to buy the Orca 😏

Great review. I've been riding this board hard all season. The Orca REALLY excels in the deep powder. I actually like it more than my Burton fish at this point in the deep stuff, and that's saying something. And it's also incredible (as you say in your video) in the crud and fast groomers. Totally agree there. It's a hell of a quiver board. I also ride a Burton Custom X and Burton Skeleton key regularly. This became my go-to board this year and it's been great. Totally recommend it if you are an expert rider. Not a good board for greenies.

Got to try the 2019 153 for half a day other half optimistic 154 2019(one of my faves) The orca exceeded my expectations. I thought I didn’t like c2x until I tried that board. Great through chop, quick response and got the ski shot out of turns. Loved it will get the 2020

Pre ordered my 153 in May and it showed up this past Friday. Putting a set up Rome D.O.D bindings on it and lets get some. This Orca will reside at Jay peak VT. Angry Snowboarder you should come to Vermont and play at Jay Peak. If you like the woods and powder Jay is the place to be. We would welcome you anytime man...

Basically the Never Summer profile though. Loved last years graphics way more

Would there be too much overlap in owning both the Archetype and Orca? Or could they serve different purposes in a quiver?

5'9" 150 lbs. All mountain/pow trees 147 or 150? Thanks, your reviews rock.

Now you can get a 156, which i did.

I'm riding mostly Burton Custom Camber 165W 2017 and just got 153 orca for this season. Excited to see the difference and jump into some narrow trees For reference 190bls 6'3'' 13 boot

Hey man, you are the only one to ask! Your opinion matters a lot. I'm 6'3, 227 lbs boot size: 11.5 Which one I should get ? Thank you, Best Regards from Lithuania / Norway Jet ski club Stavanger

Already preordered the 153!

Question... Has anyone noticed that 2020 version seems softer than the 2019 model?

Size recommendation? 180 lbs, 5' 10", boot size: size 10.5

Great review! Thinking about getting one for myself from this! Only problem is I can't decide which size should I get. :/ I'm 176cm ( around 5'7/5'8 ) and 70kg ( about 154). Can someone help this poor fella out ?

Thanks Angry. You are the best 🤟

5'8" 170-180 lb sz 11 boot. Would you steer towards the 147 vs the 153? Thank you for all of your great videos and reviews, and for putting up with all of our sizing questions!

I got a 2020 153 and heading to japan in February. Fucking pumped

Have my 159 ready to go...

I’m 5’7, 155lbs, and a US men’s 9. Should I get the 147cm or 150cm? Please help me out. Thank you :)

Hey @angry snowboarder, I'm 5'2 and 250lbs, I have a gimp left arm, a rash on my right nipple, and when I eat smoked salmon I get really bad farts that just get trapped in my bibs all day. What size board should I buy?

SUPER DOA or Orca for all mountain carving, little park riding, little powder mostly hard packed groomers?

Got a 159 orca. Just need some ❄️ 2020 snow season, come on iiiiiiiinnnnnnnnnn

Great review. Thanks

Hyped for this board but also worried. I picked up the 147 and I'm 5'7 160lbs with size 7 or 7.5 boots depending on the brand. Do you think this board its too wide for me? Help please and thank you.

I m into the ladies who have this same look bro

Just picked this board up today. Riding it tomorrow. Pairing it with some union flite pros. Think I’ll need to eventually get some all mountain style bindings?

i also have a size question. 185, 6'1 11.5 boot.

Great review. This Vs the bataleon surfer?

Picked up my orca for powder and carving this winter. Does anyone have any recommendations for a twin board to do the rest (side hits, butters, jumps, few rails and general playful riding)? looking at maybe a ride twinpig

Have the 147 Love the orca!!!! Got an email from lib tech and they are coming out with a 144 in November!!! 😁

Love the reviews man! 6'1, 170, Size 10.5 boots ... going to Japan this season. 153 or 156?

Just ordered one up after far too much wine .... Will be replacing a second hand Danny Kass Misfits Gnu board which i learnt to ride on last season. Now i need to explain to the woman why there is less money this month lol.

Hey bud, your reviews are awesome, best in the biz! I’ve got an opportunity to buy a 2020, 147. I’m an advanced rider, 160lbs w 8.5 boots. Is it too small or should I grab it?

Any suggestions for bindings for orca? I'm getting mixed reviews for Union products, so I am gearing toward Malavitas or Now Drive.

Rented it yesterday and my first time riding powder, I’m SOLD!

Huge fan of your channel! I’m 5’9 and 160lbs. Sizing on this board is tricky. What size Orca do you recommend?

Question about sizing : you rode 153 and you weight approximatively 190lbs. Lib tech on the website advice 159 over 150lbs... Im struggling chosing the size...

Thank you for the awesome review. Could you provide a size recommendation for: 6’6”, 190lb, size 13 boot? I’m a tall one.

My local shop is out of the 153 but 150 still available. I’m 6’ and 180 so was hoping for your advice on whether to go the 150 or find a 153 elsewhere. For use in Japan in the powder, among the trees and also some groomers. Thanks in advance

I'm waiting on delivery of a 159 after this review! Bring the snow.....

Hi Angry, I have been riding a 2014 lib tech Attack Banana 159 for the past 10 years and looking to get the Orca. I am 5,11 185 pounds and size 10 boot. Am worried the 153 will feel too small. Should I get the 156 or 153? Thanks - Anthony

Wondering about sizing. Currently ride an old 156 burton custom x. I’m 5’9 and 160lbs. Would you do a 153 or 150? Would the 150 have enough float? Love your videos! Thank you for the help. Goes a long way.

What size would you recommend? I am 6'3, 195-200lbs and size 12 boot. (153 or 156)

Whats up angry. Im 5 8, 150 lbs. 11.5 size boot. I have a 148 warpig that I rode in deep powder. Was fun but I was looking for more stability and float. I can get a used 153 orca. Will that work or should I wait to get 153? thanx

Angry snowboarder ... got the 53, wide photons, live in the trees hunting pow. Always had burtons strapping me in. Looking for a new feel, please hit me back with a few choice bindings to tame this whale.

Is there gonna be too much overlap between this and the Mercury/Slush slasher in my quiver?

look at the view count! These review videos are like sales forecast for the brand....

Will you be reviewing the GNu Finest anytime soon? Going to be picking up an Orca this winter!

Hey mate last question sorry. For niseko all rounder but mostly powder and tree runs and doing back bowl peaks etc with groom runs and hitting natural features occasional butter would you choose orca, superpig or is there another board you have in mind? Sleepless nights thinking. Thanks!!

Hey Avran, Orca or Super Pig? Mostly east coast. Looking for volume shifted board to rip turns, explore resorts, and for the few pow days a year. The ability to take a few Park laps would be ideal, but I already have a dedicated park deck, so it (obviously) wouldn’t be my primary ride for park days.

i tried orca today, did not really manage to engage the camber in carvs.

Hey man, love your videos! Thanks! I am 5’11” 200lbs size 12 boot. Should I get the 153 or the 156?

holy shit! yes, you guys are already at it again with reviews! Sweet fuck, getting my jalapano chips and binge watching. Are you finally gonne do the new YES greats review?

5'7 155 lbs, size 9 boots. currently riding Salomon Villain 150.... should I get 147 or 150?

150lb am riding a 148 warpig, should I get a 148 orca instead in order to smile MORE on slop?! ~ thanks

I just got my hands on the 159 Evil x Orca board. Should I get Union Stratas or Atlas? Gonna be for pow, trees and groomers.

Hi, love your reviews! I went with a gnu headspace for my freestyle board with the help of your review and agree with everything you said about it. Now I'm looking at the orca for powder etc. I'm 5'10 ,150lbs and wear size 10.5 boots. Would you recommend the 150 or 153? I do like stability for speed etc but it seems there is a jump in waist width and the 153 might feel slow edge to edge especially since I'm not too heavy . Your thoughts?

Were you able to try the 53 and 59? How do they differ? Thanks for the review

Man, I'm 6'1'' with 13 sized shoes but I weigh 165 lbs. Would the 153 be sufficient? They actually have a 156 model this year (as well as 150).

Hi. I'm 5'5" 175bls shoes size 8.5. Planning to use this board on east coast groomer and trips to west for some pow, Hopefully. What size do you recommend for me 147,150,153. Thanks. Love your channel

Nobody finds the Orca (very) inconsistent, especially on hard groomers/ flat stuff (due to the f*ng rocker and magne traction)?

Out of curiosity which bindings would you recommend pairing with this deck? I heard you say you rode these with the Indy's in the video, after riding it with those would you keep it the same? Thanks in advance for all the work you guys put in

Hey Angry, do you have a favorite camber profile and what is it if you do?

What do you think about the burton deep thinker vs orca ? Do you have a favorite? I have a burton process camber still a lot of fun all over the Mountain but it's mostly for park. So I want something for powder trees carving and going fast. What's your opinion?

Thanks for the review Angry! I am interested in the board. I hope that the season 2020/2021 is not already over. What size would you recommend? I am 6'25, 190-195lbs and size 10.5 boot.

Hey Avran, I'm currently riding a 2016 K2 Ultra Dream 161 as my daily (50ish days a season, living in Saas-Fee, Swiss alps) - it's pretty much the perfect board for me, apart from the waist width that's a tad too slim. I'm a US10 and I get some pretty heavy toe and heel drag when I'm laying a trench... Unfortunately they don't make it anymore and I can't find a used one anywhere otherwise I'd switch to a 159W. Would you say the orca is relatively comparable? I know the camber profiles are different but from what you're describing it sounds like they ride relatively similar... If not, what's currently on the market that matches up? I'm a huge fan of flat boards with early rise, flat kick, or whatever other mumbo jumbo marketing a brand can come up with. Look forward to hearing from you, thanks!

5foot10, 210 pounds... ride on the east coast so nothing that deep... usually ride a 157 DC Devun Walsh, would you suggest me a 153 or 159. Weight wise it would be the 159 but they say to size down on this board ... thanks !

Great video! Thinking about buying a 56. If I bought the Union Falcor bindings and Adidas Lexicon board boots, would they pair well flex wise for tackling icy/hard pack steep slopes as well as half slush cruisin?

I'm sure its quite a different board but which would be a better pow quiver board in your opinion, this or the Mind Expander? Seems ME more surfy due to the rocker. It's just the fact that they both can be sized down and be nimble (like the Yes Optimistic also). Guess I gotta test them out before deciding! It seems like to me I'd be after the 153 Orca / 154 Mind Expander (6'2 150lbs / Size 11 boots)

Just ordered a 147. Judging from the hype I'm afraid I may never ride my 2019 T Rice Pro again

Helping a friend pick his first snowboard after a couple seasons of rentals. He's looking for a quiver of one type board that he can take on trips to various IKON resorts. He has size 16 feet. Is there even a snowball's chance in hell the Orca works out for him?

Hello Arvan, Last time you board size reccommentadion was absolute on point. What side do you reccommend for the Orca? Weight: 155 lbs (70kg) Height: 5,7 feet (174 cm) Boot: Size 9 US Want to use it for carving (icy runs here) and chasing pow (i rarely see realy big mountains so about tree runner) Btw, will u review the 2021 Orca?

Hi Angry, Love your reviews man... Im 5'5 132 lbs, 8.5 boot size love the pow, love to carve. snowboarding 12 years, 8 days a year, intermediate plus level. My gear right now is never summer instagator 148 + step on Had a lib before and missing the magna traction What ORCA size will you recommend for me?

I’m a chunky boy at 5’11” and 230lbs with size 9 boots. With the volume shift can I get away with a 156? Or should I still be going 159? My other two boards are 160 but I’m hoping for something a bit more maneuverable in the trees so that’s why I’m hoping I could ride a 156. Thanks

I need a review of the super DOA

can you please do gnu mullair 2020

Does the 2021 version with C2X and horsepower construction. Ride much differently compared to previous versions, that had OP+ construction?

Speaking of 'alternative freeride' boards, ones that you can use pretty much everywhere from sunrise to sundown, how you would guys compare this with the Hometown Hero?, different boards but aiming at the same part of the market and the same type of riders maybe?

Would you consider this board as one to just add to a quiver? Looking for a main board that I can ride pretty much the entire season. Looks awesome considering I'm mostly trying to find powder pockets and hitting glades. Only worry is it looks like it can't really ride switch which I enjoy, or hit the park every once in a while

Looking for something to tackle said icy moguls of death, including toboggan-related side skidding...and my Angus just really doesn't fit in a lot of places. 6’2”/220, you think I can get away with a 153 or should I go 156? Or do you like another board for those conditions better if I might ask?

I'm 5'9 155ish with a size 10.5 boot. Was looking at either the 153 or the 150. Not a huge difference in waist width or nose/tail width (.2cm) between the two but for someone who likes hitting bigger jumps and drops into powder, will I notice a difference in float or landing gear/stability at all? Or is the only difference going to be the maneuverability in tight spots?

Hey man, what you think is better for all mountain riding, warpig or orca...size 13 boots, 6 and 187 lbs. Thanks!

Riding a burton process Flying V for 6 years, have become a pretty advanced rider in that timeframe. Looking for something with maneuverability through trees when there’s a lot, or a little snow, also looking for something to tank groomers on at top speed, good carving ability, great powder ability, truly looking for a one board arsenal as my burton process Flying V has been. I love to hit natural kickers, and some jumps in the park, maybe some boxes or rails while I’m at it. Would you recommend the SuperPig, Orca, or neither? 157lbs, 5’8, 10.5 boot, your help would be appreciated so much! Riding places like wolf creek, purgatory, Taos, and all other NM mountains.

Would you think the 2019 and 2020 are more of a quiver killer compared to the 2021??

Hey guys, I got a 153 this year. I’m 5’10” and about 190-195 pounds. Riding on the East Coast mostly. I’ve been riding Arbor Hemlock bindings since last year and was wondering what your opinion would be for throwing them on the Orca? Enough binding? If not, what would you suggest instead? Thanks in advance.

Hey Angry, i'm torn between Orca and Jones Hovercraft. i ride north east ice , but go out west twice a season. what would you recommend ? 190lbs 6'0'' and 10us boot

Late to the party here, 5’10” 175-180 depending on the day with size 9 foot. What size should I go with? 150 or 153?

5'4" 165lbs 8.5 boots. 144 or 147 orca? TY. Awesome review as always.

Many thanks for the review. 💪 Would it be fair to compare the Orca to the Burton Fish for (deep) pow & soft snow? How would it compare if yes?