Burton Custom vs Jones Mercury FASE
87 facts in comparison
Based on 589 Reddit opinions. Close raceโBurton CustomBurton Custom edges ahead.
589 opinions
Burton Custom leads by 3pts
VS
Reddit's Pick
76%
B
Based on
988 Redditors
Winner
Burton Custom
~$669.77
395 opinions
tldr; The 'Honda Civic' of snowboarding - reliable all-mountain camber board. Solid everywhere, exceptional nowhere. Beginner-friendly progression board.
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73%
B-
Based on
514 Redditors
Jones Mercury FASE
~$359.95
194 opinions
tldr; The Jones Mercury FASE receives mostly positive reviews on Reddit (72% positive across 515 mentions). A solid choice in its category.
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๐ฏEDG
63
Points
76
Points
Score by Category
Flex & Feel
42%100%
Terrain Suitability
77%50%
Durability
56%70%
Comfort & Fit
100%62%
Edge Hold
62%โ
Why is Jones Mercury FASE better than Burton Custom?
- Better value (100% vs 42%)
- Better durability (70% vs 56%)
- Better flex (100% vs 42%)
Based on 1,502 Reddit opinions
Too Close to Call
Reddit prefers the Burton CustomBurton Custom
Winning by 3 points (76% vs 73%)
Better comfort
Better terrain
Flying V or Camber profile options
High confidence (1,502 mentions)
๐ฌReddit Sentiment
Based on 1,502 Reddit mentionsOverall Rating
Burton Custom
7.6/10
988 mentions
Mercury FASE
7.3/10
514 mentions
COMFORT
Burton Custom10.0/10
Mercury FASE6.2/10
FLEX
Burton Custom4.2/10
Mercury FASE10.0/10
TERRAIN
Burton Custom7.7/10
Mercury FASE5.0/10
VALUE
Burton Custom4.2/10
Mercury FASE10.0/10
DURABILITY
Burton Custom5.6/10
Mercury FASE7.0/10
EDGE HOLD
Burton Custom6.2/10
Mercury FASEN/A
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Head to Head
| Topic | Burton Custom | Mercury FASE |
|---|---|---|
Comfort | 100% | 62% |
Flex | 42% | 100% |
Terrain | 77% | 50% |
Value | 42% | 100% |
Durability | 56% | 70% |
Edge Hold | 62% | N/A |
Category Wins
Burton Custom: 3|Mercury FASE: 3
Head to Head
Burton Custom: 3|Mercury FASE: 3
ComfortBurton Custom
Burton Custom100%
Mercury FASE62%
FlexMercury FASE
Burton Custom42%
Mercury FASE100%
TerrainBurton Custom
Burton Custom77%
Mercury FASE50%
ValueMercury FASE
Burton Custom42%
Mercury FASE100%
DurabilityMercury FASE
Burton Custom56%
Mercury FASE70%
Edge HoldBurton Custom
Burton Custom62%
Mercury FASEN/A
Burton Custom
76%
73%
Mercury FASE
Burton Custom76%
Mercury FASE73%
Close race - Burton Custom edges ahead by 3 points
Key Specs
| Spec | Burton Custom | Jones Mercury FASE |
|---|---|---|
| Bend | Camber or Flying V | โ |
| Shape | Directional Twin | โ |
| Flex | Twin | Medium-stiff (4/5) |
| Core | Super Fly IIโข 700G Core with Dualzoneโข EGDโข | โ |
| Fiberglass | 45 degree Carbon Highlights | โ |
Key Highlights
Burton CustomWinner
๐ฟ Flying V or Camber profile options
๐น True twin all-mountain shape
๐๏ธ Beginner-friendly progression board
๐ฐ Often discounted - good value used
โ ๏ธ Outgrown quickly by progressing riders
Jones Mercury FASE
Solid community reputation
Frequently recommended
Topic Battles
Burton Custom: 3|Tied: 0|Mercury FASE: 2
โญFlex & Feel
Mercury FASE winsBurton Custom
42%
Mercury FASE
100%
โญTerrain Suitability
Burton Custom winsBurton Custom
77%
Mercury FASE
50%
๐งDurability
Mercury FASE winsBurton Custom
56%
Mercury FASE
70%
โค๏ธComfort & Fit
Burton Custom winsBurton Custom
100%
Mercury FASE
62%
๐ฏEdge Hold
Burton Custom winsBurton Custom
62%
Mercury FASE
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Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories
๐Where They Rank
๐ฌWhat Redditors Actually Say
What Redditors Say
Best praise vs top criticism for Burton Custom
Best Praise
+186 ptsโIt's rare on this subreddit where I see one of these posts and think 'hmm yeah that's probably worth it.' A relatively new Burton Custom with step-ins should reasonably resell at $300. One condition is If the bindings are too small by two sizes then it's probably too small for you though. Meaning, if those are size small bindings and you need size large, my eyeballs say they're not fitting on there.โ
r/snowboarding
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+22 ptsโItโs hard to believe that new custom isnโt AI artwork. I like it but definitely has that AI slop feeling to it.โ
r/snowboarding
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What Redditors Say
Best praise vs top criticism for Jones Mercury FASE
Best Praise
+11 ptsโIโve never been quicker strapping in from the chair with my faseโฆ they are absolutely a convenience feature. Which I love and support. You know when you trying to strap in and you step on your angle strap and then you have to find the hole for the buckles to strap in and your there fidgeting.. Yh it helps with that and if you miss that they work like that just the same so nothing loss more to gain๐ซก I really like mine. You might really like yours. Send itโ
r/snowboarding
ViewTop Criticism
+48 ptsโThis does not look like a FASE issue. This looks like a general snowboarding skill issue. It looks like the rider in the video has less than a week ever on a mountain.โ
r/snowboarding
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Sentiment Over Time
Burton Custom
Jones Mercury FASE
๐Historical Price Data
Burton Custom
Jones Mercury FASE
Burton Custom
All-time low: $475.95(2026-03)
Jones Mercury FASE
All-time low: $359.95(2026-01)
$4 below 90-day avg
Which is Better?
Burton Custom Wins
76%
Custom
vs
73%
FASE
Close race, but Burton Custom edges ahead by 3 points based on 1,502 Reddit opinions.
Why Burton CustomWinner
- ๐ฟ Flying V or Camber profile options
- ๐น True twin all-mountain shape
- ๐๏ธ Beginner-friendly progression board
- More discussed (988 vs 514)
Why Mercury FASE
- Better Value for Money (100% vs 42%)
โค๏ธThe Love/Hate Breakdown
Sentiment Breakdown
31%Positive
Positive
31%Neutral
60%Negative
9%Based on 988 Reddit opinions
Sentiment Breakdown
27%Positive
Positive
27%Neutral
62%Negative
11%Based on 514 Reddit opinions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Burton Custom or Jones Mercury FASE?
Based on 1,502 Reddit comments, Burton Custom has a slight edge with 76% positive sentiment vs Jones Mercury FASE's 73%. The difference is small, so both are solid choices.
Should I buy Burton Custom or Jones Mercury FASE?
Both have similar approval ratings (76% vs 73%), so focus on specific features, pricing, and what matters most to you.
What do Redditors love about Burton Custom?
Reddit users highlight: Flying V or Camber profile options. True twin all-mountain shape. Beginner-friendly progression board. With 988 mentions and 76% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say about Jones Mercury FASE?
Jones Mercury FASE has 514 mentions on Reddit with 73% positive sentiment. It's frequently discussed as a solid option.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 1,502 Reddit comments: 988 about Burton Custom and 514 about Jones Mercury FASE. Data was sourced from Snowboarding Gear community discussions.
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Well-discussed products with many mentions tend to have more reliable scores than niche items with fewer data points.
Why trust Reddit over professional reviews?
Reddit users bought products with their own money and have no incentive to mislead. You're seeing hundreds of real opinions across different use cases, not just one reviewer's take. This crowdsourced approach surfaces both common praise and recurring complaints.
589 Reddit opinions analyzed ยท Last updated 5/25/2026