Buying a Snowboard is not as easy as it used to be. There are lots of different manufacturers and even more of different models. It can get very confusing process.
There are many different types of snowboards all for different uses. Here are the most common types of snowboards.
:Freeride
:Park
:Rail
:Freestyle
:All mountain
:Powder
The snowboard has evolved from a simple design to many different styles and functions.
Purchasing a snowboard requires a few key questions to be answered, but guess what! We have the answersfor you right here. Your weight, height, foot size and riding style are the main factors that will define the appropriate stiffness, height, width and shape of the board you will buy.
So lets start with the first question.
Note down your answers so you can take them to the shop when you go to rent or buy a snowboard.
Your riding ability?
If youre a beginner, first time, newbie, taking a lesson, snowboarded 1-3 times.
Intermediate- board 3-5 times a year, ride switch/fakie catch some air, turns no problem.
Advanced- buttering up those 270s on to boxes?
What type...