Help me decide on my first snowboard?

Question

Alright heres the deal, ive been snowboarding a few times (3 days of full riding) and im wanting to get a little more serious with my riding.

Im looking to purchase my first real board setup for myself. Ive read everything i can find about getting a complete online and it seems pretty confusing.

Im about 5'9" 155-160lbs size 11 shoe.

My riding is going to almost exclusively be limited to freestyle jib stuff, you know, sliding boxes and rails, butters, bonks and presses, all that good stuff. I dont plan on doing big airs or bombing down black diamonds anytime soon.

From what ive gathered from all the articles ive read online, it seems like i need a freestyle board with alot of flex, is this true? And, just taking a guess, but should I be riding a board around 153-154? The rentals ive used were all 154's.

Lastly, im on a budget. I really dont want to spend over $300 on equiptment. Yeah i know snowboards can cost $400+ just for a deck, but theres some nice looking lightly used boards + bindings on ebay for under $300. Ive seen BRAND NEW TechNine "Classic" board and binding combos on there for under $300 from sellers with several thousand positive feedbacks, so they must not be that bad. Ive also found some lightly used burton's and forum's for around that same price as well. Would it be better to get a brand new board from a lower end name brand, or get a used board from a high end company?

Can anyone give me some good ideas of boards that would be good for me? I really appreciate any help I can get.

Answer 1

Yeah as you have said for the riding you want to do you need a board with alot of flex and a 154 would be a good size for you. Ive listed some boards which will suit your style of riding.
Ride Kink
K2 WWW
Forum Jiblet
Burton Dominant
Bataleon Evil Twin
Rome Artifact
Capita Stairmaster
Option Medenhall

Answer 2

I am almost 5'9'' and I ride a shorter board, size 147, for almost 6 years. Shorter is my preference. I would make sure look at the specs for the width for your board since you do have larger boots and you don't want to be catching your edge. They recommend for a women's size 7-8 foot, a good width is anywhere from 242mm to 246mm so you would probably want a wider board than that. One good thing for larger sized boots I have heard about is to get bindings with a toe strap, it reduces drag and keeps your toes in tighter. Burton has one out right now, the Stiletto. I have heard really good things on Roxy's ollie pop that "makes the park your plaything". Sounds like it would be great for what you want to do. You might be able to get on sale if you watch websites closely over the next few months. Have fun. There are some good articles on about.com in snowboarding about buying womens snowboards for the first time.

Answer 3

First Make sure you really like it. Try some rails and jumps. You might fall and get hurt and never go again. It is important to do that. My friend just wasted a bunch of money because he bought a burton punch and had never gone before. I would recommend a Lamar. You could fit your buget with this years model but i like the look of last years better. The boots and bindings verygood for a cheap price. 154 sounds about right for you. Just make sure the board goes about up to your nose. Lamars have good flex for manuals.Good Luck And Have fun!!

Answer 4

There are so many good snowboards to choose from. There are a few tips which you should keep while purchasing a new snowboard.

First and foremost thing while choosing new snowboard is snowboard type. As far as type is concern, snowboards are of three types. They are Freestyle, Ace or Flee ride. Snowboard’s style is also of three type’s .First one is free ride, second one is freestyle and the last but not the least is free carve. In terms of numbers, snowboard can be split into two types that are free ride and freestyle.

You know that skateboards are design by manufacture for each of the above mentioned styles of riding .So it is very important to know which type of skateboard you need.

Snowboard comes in various ranges. It can broadly classify into three types. First come entry level board. It is mainly designed for beginners or for riders who are less aggressive. This board is too strong in nature Then come mid range boards. This one is designed to satisfy occasional rider. Last but not the least comes Top of the line model. This board contains extra features. This board should be used for advance riding.

How you will decide, which size of the board you should buy. One thing is very sure that while purchasing skateboard you should look its length and width very carefully. Snowboard lengths are measured in centimeter. To find the correct length, which you should purchase, it’s wise to compare it with your height. A short board will come up between your chin and collar bones. Sorter boards will help you a lot in learning the skinning. This board is also preferred by an experience rider. A medium size skateboard will come between your noses and chin. This board is for advance rider who may ride a variety of terrains. Long size skateboard will go several inches above from your eyes

The main thing which you should keep in mind while purchasing snowboard is, to find the snowboard that will suit you the most .Every person need a definite size of the snowboard according to their body structure.

Answer 5

get a ride fleetwood

Answer 6

burtons are great first boards they are exalent