I want to buy my boyfriend a snowboard for christmas but i have no idea what I'm doing. He is 5'11" and 160 lbs and he is pretty experianced with snowboarding. Please Help!
2007-11-05 11:56:22 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Winter Sports ➔ Snowboarding
There are several things to consider. Most manufacturers list weight ranges for each size within a particular model so check those when shopping for a new board. If your height and are proportional, you can follow the general rules of sizing. Normally between your chin and nose, but that is just a general rule if you are height / weight proportional. If you are heavier, get a longer board - if lighter, get a shorter board.
Where do you like to ride? A shorter board will be easier to make quick turns in the park but won't ride as nice at higher speeds out on the runs.
How big are your feet? If you have size 11 or larger, you will probably need a "wide" board - you don't want your toes and heels to drag when turning. If you are right at size 11 like many of us, put your boots on the board and see how far they hang over. You can get bindings with "lifters" built in that lift your boot higher off the board and prevent your boot from touching in most conditions.
Good Luck
2007-11-06 03:56:52 · answer #1 · answered by TahoeT 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if you go to a store like sports authority, or like burton,or any snowboard place. Just tell them that information and they will chose a good size. And if he is good, then they will choose him a good kind. like in burton, for really experienced riders, or pros, they have the vapor (last year). But it cost 1,000 $, but they could find you a good board for him. that will fit the description that you gave here. Hope he likes the board you get him=)
2007-11-05 20:07:00 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just let him pick one out. There's so many good choices when it comes to buying a board these days, you most likely want get the one he really wants.
If you must buy one with out him knowing then fine out what size boots he wears, that plays a major role! Also fine out what kind of riding he does, ex. park,pipe,back country etc.. Then post another question with this info.
2007-11-06 02:08:57 · answer #3 · answered by b h 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just get him a gift card. Alot of people have their own opinion on what is cool and if you get him something stupid he'll feell bad that you got it andbe forced to write it.
Gift card to a core snowboard shop is the way to go. Don't go to Chicks or sports chalet. Go to a real shop
2007-11-06 16:34:59 · answer #4 · answered by Cheri H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i told u i dont want a snow board...just get me a barbie will ya....
2007-11-05 20:07:30 · answer #5 · answered by Sean Lawlor 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋