I want to get my girlfriend a new board for Christmas, but I've never bought snowboard equipment before. Any recommendations for boards, bindings, boots, etc.???
Buying a snowboard
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you have to keep in mind her height and weight. It matters greatly when you buy a board.
Also, consider binding type. You have your strap-ins and step-ins, generally.
Step-ins are convenient and quick, but they're not as secure as strap-ins, which are the more preferred choice. Strap-ins require most people to sit down and strap their boots into the board, whereas most people can just step into the step-in bindings, hence the name.
In terms of brand, they're all mostly good, really. If she's a beginner, I'd say to stick with Burton or Salomon.
You most definitely should go into a store and talk to people
Also, consider binding type. You have your strap-ins and step-ins, generally.
Step-ins are convenient and quick, but they're not as secure as strap-ins, which are the more preferred choice. Strap-ins require most people to sit down and strap their boots into the board, whereas most people can just step into the step-in bindings, hence the name.
In terms of brand, they're all mostly good, really. If she's a beginner, I'd say to stick with Burton or Salomon.
You most definitely should go into a store and talk to people
you have to keep in mind her height and weight. It matters greatly when you buy a board.
Also, consider binding type. You have your strap-ins and step-ins, generally.
Step-ins are convenient and quick, but they're not as secure as strap-ins, which are the more preferred choice. Strap-ins require most people to sit down and strap their boots into the board, whereas most people can just step into the step-in bindings, hence the name.
In terms of brand, they're all mostly good, really. If she's a beginner, I'd say to stick with Burton or Salomon.
You most definitely should go into a store and talk to people
Also, consider binding type. You have your strap-ins and step-ins, generally.
Step-ins are convenient and quick, but they're not as secure as strap-ins, which are the more preferred choice. Strap-ins require most people to sit down and strap their boots into the board, whereas most people can just step into the step-in bindings, hence the name.
In terms of brand, they're all mostly good, really. If she's a beginner, I'd say to stick with Burton or Salomon.
You most definitely should go into a store and talk to people
Shes not a beginner, her board is just older. I know about the height and weight issues, and right now she has Flow strap-in bindings. I just wanted to get her some new equipment.
there's enough womens-specific equipment out there nowadays that she would have a lot to choose from.
I know burton may be overpriced by my wife really likes her burton feather board, though its a few years old now.
Frankly, all the boards are mapped out based on height/weight/ and skill level. once you figure those 3 things out you should be able to find one that fits.
i would check the specs on her current board as far as width and length, and then set a price level you're willing to spend.
I know burton may be overpriced by my wife really likes her burton feather board, though its a few years old now.
Frankly, all the boards are mapped out based on height/weight/ and skill level. once you figure those 3 things out you should be able to find one that fits.
i would check the specs on her current board as far as width and length, and then set a price level you're willing to spend.
I would absolutely recommend including her in the purchasing process. I can understand wanting to make it a surprise but the most important consideration is personal comfort. This is especially true for boots/bindings, hut holds for the board as well.
Anubis
No Lifer
as a long time skier i agree, getting new equip is great but it needs to fit and such
best bet is to get her lile a gift cert to a place that sells equip, tell her you wanted to get her a new board but wanted to let her pick it out to make sure it was the correct fit/size/whatever
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