I am going to take up snowboarding this winter and was wondering what was a good choice for a beginner. I have never been even on a hill so I am a little apprehensive and don't want to get ripped off. Thanks. ;)
2006-11-13 13:09:49 · 5 answers · asked by NadiaJ 2 in Sports ➔ Winter Sports
i started with a package deal.. a brand called axis.. it included the board, boots, and bindings for about 300.. its a great beginner board, i never had any problems with it.. if i were you id look into some kind of package deal like that.. if you go to a snow sports store and ask them about it theyll prolly have something for you...im not really a fan of the whole renting idea.. its usually espensive enough for the lift ticket, i wouldnt wana be spending another 20, 30 bucks a pop for a daily snowboard.. i mean if you wanted to see what snowboarding is like, that might be a good idea but if youre pretty positive your going to stick with it, buying you own is the way to go
2006-11-14 01:42:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always answer the same way. Rent First.
There are too many choices, and preferences in snowboarding.
The resort you go to will have a great beginner package. It will include top line equipment, expertly fit, and you get a fun safe lesson with happy people for almost nothing$ (seriously, resorts lose money on this deal) After you learn to ride you will be savvy enough to go shop on your own. When you do shop, put the investment in boots that really fit well.
Have Fun!!!!!!
2006-11-13 14:06:44 · answer #2 · answered by Ted 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First learn how to snowboard and see if you like it--- rent or borrow a friends... whatever..
I bought my board as a beginner. I bought a package (boots, bindings and board) for around $300. I have a Lamar women's board- which I am totally in love with. It's really flexible, which is awesome for powder and gives you more control on the flat stuff. Be sure to get boots that you're super comfortable in- it sucks to have a crappy pair of boots that don't fit as well as you'd like them to.
2006-11-14 12:17:41 · answer #3 · answered by purpleski 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Being a beginner, your concern should be with learning how to board and acquanting yourself with your likes/dislikes and boarding style (freeride, freestyle, etc.)... once you've become comfortable with that, then you can worry about which manufacturer you'll like your board from.
Which brings me to another point: Renting will afford you the flexibility to try out different gear and see how well it matches to you and your style.
However... I'm pretty biased towards Burton (I have two of them!)... Never Summer, Arbor, and K2 all make awesome boards.
2006-11-14 06:32:08 · answer #4 · answered by Wedding Crasher 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well I havea division 23 board but that is a pro board.....
try a medium sized board that you can get at a big 5 or a shop somewhere near you.
2006-11-13 15:19:20 · answer #5 · answered by austin b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋