VINTAGE 1985 WINTERSTICK SWALLOWTAIL W/ BINDINGS

A vintage 1985 Winterstick Swallowtail snowboard with bindings represents a significant chapter in snowboarding history, a testament to the sport’s pioneering era. Founded in 1972 by the visionary Dimitrije Milovich, Winterstick was at the forefront of snowboard innovation, drawing inspiration from surfing to create snow-surfing experiences. The patented Swallowtail design, conceived in 1972, quickly became an icon, its unique split tail engineered for unparalleled floatation, rapid turns, and a surf-like carving feel in deep powder. This revolutionary design profoundly influenced subsequent snowboard shapes. Even in their early years, Winterstick boards, including those from 1985, boasted relatively advanced construction, utilizing materials and techniques borrowed from ski and surfboard manufacturing like foam cores, fiberglass, and P-tex bases, distinguishing them from simpler wooden boards of the time. By 1985, as snowboarding began its ascent into the mainstream, the Swallowtail remained a highly esteemed design, particularly for powder enthusiasts. Bindings of this era, while more rudimentary than today’s systems, typically featured straps and buckles designed to secure riders to the board. Owning a 1985 Winterstick Swallowtail is more than just having an old snowboard; it’s possessing a genuine artifact from snowboarding’s formative years, embodying the early passion for powder riding and the innovative spirit of companies like Winterstick during a period of crucial development for the sport. Such vintage boards are often considered rare and highly valued by collectors, representing a tangible link to snowboarding’s rich heritage.

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