How much does it cost to start snowboarding?

Question

Like a decent setup, board, bindings, boots? And how do you know what size board to get?

Answer 1

Remember that a rental shop will almost always put you on a board at the smallest end of your weight range. The best way to get sized up for a snowboard is to head into your local snowboard shop (not a big box store like Big 5, they don't know what they're talking about) and talk to the folks there. The length of a board has very little to do with how tall you are. Your weight, ability level, style of riding and the conditions you ride in all play a role in the length of board you choose.

By far, the most important decision you need to make is about your boots. Spend the most time here and if need be, the most money as well. Never buy the first pair of boots you have tried on and don't sacrifice comfort or performance to save a few bucks. There is nothing worse than boots that don't fit right. As far as fit is concerned, if a boot fits perfectly in the store then it is TOO BIG. A perfect fit is one in which you would think to yourself "If this boot were a bit bigger it would fit perfectly." Boots stretch after a few uses and you don't want your feet to be swimming in your boots.

As far as costs are concerned, snowboarding is expensive. There are definitely deals to be found but you can spend anywhere between $500 and $2000 just on equipment. Boards cost anywhere between $300 and $1000, bindings $100 to $500 and boots can be about that much as well. Remember, don't skimp on your boots and also don't forget to save some money for other important items. Items like gloves, goggles, pants, jacket, long underwear are very important. You could have the greatest setup in the world but may not be able to enjoy it because you can't see and are soaking wet.

Answer 2

Cost Of Snowboarding

Answer 3

i pesonally think all begginers should rent. that way if they dont like it they can quit without spending a ton of money and getting stuck with a setup you wont use. even though chances are you will like it. but let me tell you once you really get into it, snowboarding is not cheap. you gotta spend between 2 and 500 bucks a year just on a season pass. boards go between 100 (used) and the most expensive board i know goes for 900 new. mine is worth about 330. bindings go between100 and 500. boots are about in the same area as bindings. waterproof outerwear is about the same as boots and bindings. goggles are about 50- 200. i could go on all day if i wanted. the point is if you really get into snowboarding you will be spending a lot of money. as far as what size goes, a general rule is it should be between the bottom of you neck and the bottom of your nose, but it actually depends on your weight- the board doesnt know how tall you are, just how heavy. ask the guys at your local boardshop about that. have fun- i know i do

Answer 4

Dude I got a used rental board for 50 bucks with old 3 strap bindings, I bought new nitro clicker bindings and boots on ebay for 30 bucks then got gortex gloves ebay again for 10 bucks all that is left is like a helmat which run around 30 to 60 bucks for something that works. My advise is get hooked on the sport (which is real easy) then in vest some time looking for ski swaps and used equipment sales. You may not have the best equipment out there but you wouldn't know the difference when your carvin down the mountain. Ride ON!!!

Answer 5

The price may vary. When you start you might just want to rent. After wards you should buy a board with the binding all ready with it because it's probably cheaper. My first board was used but after a while I went and got a new custom board.

Answer 6

i might say for a crappy board kit approximately $500, or you will get extra useful kit for extra. a good board may be $3 hundred, bindings $a hundred and fifty, boots $a hundred and fifty, goggles around $a hundred, helmet $a hundred, gloves $40, pants $one hundred twenty, jacket $a hundred and fifty. Then with issues like first layer, socks, hat, etc ought to be approximately $a hundred. All at the same time you're observing approximately $1000 for each and all the failings you will possibly prefer to start using with, remember that in case you get good manufacturers you could desire to apply the comparable kit for quite a few years.

Answer 7

I spent $610 on Burton Bullet. Mission Bindings, and Burton boots, I forget the name of them.

Answer 8

go and rent a snowboard from the ski shop at your local slopes. they will tell you what size you need. then you can write it down or remember it for next time and you can get your own. also the ski shops will help you out too. many times ski resorts will sell thier used snowboards for much less than a new one so check that out as well.

Answer 9

you can rent a board and you should probably buy a helmet