Before buying a snowboard…
Before falling for a particular snowboard because of the way it looks, first make sure it is suitable for your weight and the type of terrain where you plan on getting your thrills. This is the recommendation of Étienne Chartier, a sales representative at Burton Snowboards.
Faced with the number of boards available on the market, it is important that the style you choose fits your body type, weight, the size of your feet, and so on. To better accommodate the needs of all riders, and quite rightly so, for some years now manufacturers have been making boards just for women. These feature special narrower, more flexible designs.
The other factor that you should take into account is where your main winter playground will be. If you go to snow parks, consider setting your sites on freestyle boards. These somewhat shorter boards give you better control on rails, in the Pipe and on Big Air landings. Some of these boards even have heavy-duty edges that provide longer resistance to the wear due to rails and other kinds of runs. It should be noted that manufacturers also recommend these types of boards for beginners.
If you’re planning to go in search of some high-altitude powder, however, then freeride styles are for you! These wider, longer boards are expressly designed to ramp up your speed while ensuring stability and matchless flotation on snow. Their versatility also means you can use them when you’re off to have fun at your favourite snow park.
