Burton Backhill BBI Londonderry Snowboard

Vintage Burton Londonderry Snowboard BBI Backhill Snowboard
c. 1980
Wood, metal, rubber, nylon
51"l x 7.75"w
© Vintage Winter

Offered for sale is an original vintage Burton snowboard from c. 1981.  This board was ridden a few time before it was retired into the rafters of the original owners garage. We believe the wood color base helps identify it as a 1981 instead of a 1980 model. The side fins had been removed and are not present.  See photos for description and we're always happy to discuss and share what we know about the history of each board we have. 

Below is the text from the original 1979-80 winter season Burton Boards brochure.       

The Backhill model is the ideal all-around board.  Adjustable bindings facilitate learning the sport and enable the rider to handle difficult terrain and aerials.  A great board in deep powder, yet equally capable in slushy bumps and packed snow.

Length: 130cm(51")
Width: 19.7cm(7.75")
Weight with bindings mounted: 5lbs. 11oz.

• Removable power leash with molded pistol grip handle.
• Twin aluminum fins constructed of aircraft aluminum alloy, bolted to the board with stainless steel bolts and elastic stop nuts.
• Continuously adjustable front binding constructed of black neoprene rubber, fastened down by aluminum binding plates and stainless steel thumb screws, threaded into brass inserts (recessed).
• Rear binding constructed of pure gum rubber permanently fastened to the board with aluminum binding plates. Designed to accommodate any size shoe or boot.
• Anti-skid matting specially designed for use in snow, constructed of extruded sponge vinyl.
• Safety run away strap.
• Available in right or left foot forward position.  Left foot forward is preferred by 90% of all riders.
• Stiffer models available for those over 180 lbs.