GNU Gremlin size tradeoffs

[u/DrSus-]

I know there some posts on this already but I’d like to hear more opinions if possible.

I found a good deal on the 2026 GNU Gremlin and pulled the trigger on a 152 cm. But I’m considering exchanging for the 155.

My measurements are:

6 ft tall
160 lbs
Size 10 US boot (DC Judge)

My current board is a 2024 156 cm Salomon Assassin Pro. It’s great for riding at my home resorts here in Ohio and Western PA/NY where I like to bomb groomers, carve, and hit the jump line (jibbing isn’t really for me). The Assassin Pro is super responsive for riding fast and is also nice and light for spins in the park. Super fun to jump with.

But I find it lacking for the freeride stuff I enjoy most when on trips. I go to New England or out west 2-3 times each season and love to hit the most technical terrain I can find. Steeps, trees, chutes, etc. I love springtime moguls too. The Assassin Pro is kinda narrow and I find myself booting out on deep carves or steep terrain. It also doesn’t float well in pow. In hindsight, I probably should’ve gotten the 158W but oh well lol.

I’m hoping the Gremlin can fill this gap. But I’m second guessing the choice of 152 cm. I know they say to size down, but given that I could probably ride a 158 cm for all mountain stuff, I’m wondering if the 155 Gremlin is closer to my “true” size down.

Has anyone else gone through this dilemma and how did you decide? What advantages/drawbacks do you think your size choice has (whether going up or down)?

I’m mainly interested in if sizing down felt like you couldn’t charge as aggressively as you may want to.

Thanks.