Discussion
I'm just booking the trip this year and considering buying my on gear this year. I used to go a bit as a teenager - long gap now I'm in my thirties I'm getting back to it and after hiring the last few times I'm thinking about investing for the next trip.
The problem is I have no idea where to even start looking, or what brands/models I should be looking at?? Or how much is ball park?
I'm an averagely competant boarder who likes a bargain
The problem is I have no idea where to even start looking, or what brands/models I should be looking at?? Or how much is ball park?
I'm an averagely competant boarder who likes a bargain
It really depends on what you do when snowboarding, I have 5 boards, all for a different reason and depending on the trip and weather expected I'll take 2 or 3 with me.
Ball park is £300 - £600 for a decent board but you'll find options below that which will probably do a job and then options over that which will excel in a particular area.
Picking a board will depend on height, weight, riding style, riding preference and conditions on piste/off piste (if that's your thing).
P.S I've never found a Burton board I actually like riding compared to others.
Ball park is £300 - £600 for a decent board but you'll find options below that which will probably do a job and then options over that which will excel in a particular area.
Picking a board will depend on height, weight, riding style, riding preference and conditions on piste/off piste (if that's your thing).
P.S I've never found a Burton board I actually like riding compared to others.
PHuzzy said:
It really depends on what you do when snowboarding, I have 5 boards, all for a different reason and depending on the trip and weather expected I'll take 2 or 3 with me.
Ball park is £300 - £600 for a decent board but you'll find options below that which will probably do a job and then options over that which will excel in a particular area.
Picking a board will depend on height, weight, riding style, riding preference and conditions on piste/off piste (if that's your thing).
P.S I've never found a Burton board I actually like riding compared to others.
I'm 173cm, 83kg, riding style is borderline out of control but trying to pull it off like it's easy and I'll play off piste but don't have the skill to take that seriously. Definitely just going to be 1 board so needs to be an all rounder. Looking for advice on bindings and boots tooBall park is £300 - £600 for a decent board but you'll find options below that which will probably do a job and then options over that which will excel in a particular area.
Picking a board will depend on height, weight, riding style, riding preference and conditions on piste/off piste (if that's your thing).
P.S I've never found a Burton board I actually like riding compared to others.
Always found
https://www.absolute-snow.co.uk/
To be very helpful, not pushy and run by real enthusiasts.
Not sure where you are but worth booking an appointment there where they will get you what you need.
https://www.absolute-snow.co.uk/
To be very helpful, not pushy and run by real enthusiasts.
Not sure where you are but worth booking an appointment there where they will get you what you need.
TheBALDpuma said:
PHuzzy said:
It really depends on what you do when snowboarding, I have 5 boards, all for a different reason and depending on the trip and weather expected I'll take 2 or 3 with me.
Ball park is £300 - £600 for a decent board but you'll find options below that which will probably do a job and then options over that which will excel in a particular area.
Picking a board will depend on height, weight, riding style, riding preference and conditions on piste/off piste (if that's your thing).
P.S I've never found a Burton board I actually like riding compared to others.
I'm 173cm, 83kg, riding style is borderline out of control but trying to pull it off like it's easy and I'll play off piste but don't have the skill to take that seriously. Definitely just going to be 1 board so needs to be an all rounder. Looking for advice on bindings and boots tooBall park is £300 - £600 for a decent board but you'll find options below that which will probably do a job and then options over that which will excel in a particular area.
Picking a board will depend on height, weight, riding style, riding preference and conditions on piste/off piste (if that's your thing).
P.S I've never found a Burton board I actually like riding compared to others.
You have many options to choose from but a lot will be dependent on the feel you prefer from the board, going back now for my first board I'd have aimed for something confidence inspiring, stable, less edge catchy and with a good turn in.
Probably something that is medium flex for your weight, I'd have picked either a flat camber or a camber rocker camber and a directional twin board.
The flat camber is nice for improving confidence and having stability but with good turn in but will be a bit slower.
The camber rocker camber is similar but a bit less stable overall and faster on the slopes.
The rule of thumb for board length advice is usually to your chin but I'd recommend dropping that figure by 3 or 4 cm for an easier turning board, it'll be a bit less stable at speeds but trying to mitigate that with the board profile should balance it.
Regarding boots and bindings, boots you'd probably want medium-stiff flex for the most feel and control but above all they need to fit well and be comfy.
The bindings again I'd opt for a mid flex but depending on the board you pick will change your options due to the mounting system.
I'll have a quick look in a bit at some 'recommends' but it is very personal and what I love, you may not etc.
Cheers for all the advice guys. I had a look on the absaloute snow website. Their physical shop hasn't reopened since Covid but they have a great questionairre that you give them all your info and they recommend a board.
They came to me with a few, this was their favourite...
https://www.absolute-snow.co.uk/V/Rome_Warden_Hybr...
They came to me with a few, this was their favourite...
https://www.absolute-snow.co.uk/V/Rome_Warden_Hybr...
Also try https://snowboardingprofiles.com/
Great site run by the world’s nicest guy - Nate. Just post your requirements in the comments he will come back with recommendations and answer any follow up questions. Completely independent advise - he doesn’t sell kit.
Great site run by the world’s nicest guy - Nate. Just post your requirements in the comments he will come back with recommendations and answer any follow up questions. Completely independent advise - he doesn’t sell kit.
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