| Rider Height (in) Rider Weight (lbs) Snowboard Size (cm) | 5ft 4in 135 – 145 144–152 | 5ft 6in 140 – 155 149–157 | 5ft 8in 150 – 165 154–162 | 5ft 10in 160 – 175 159–167 |
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How long is a typical snowboard?
| Rider Height (ft/in) Rider Height (cm) Snowboard Size (cm) | 5’1′′ 155cm 130-140 | 5’3′′ 160cm 135-145 | 5’4′′ 163cm 140-150 | 5’5′′ 165cm 145-152 |
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How do I determine my snowboard size?
Snowboard lengths are measured in centimeters (not inches) from tip to tail
. You can get a general idea of the length you will need for snowboard sizing, by standing a board up vertically, and comparing the height to your chin.
Does length of snowboard matter?
Ability Level.
Beginners should choose a shorter snowboard than they otherwise would if they were more advanced
. A shorter snowboard is easier to maneuver and easy to manage when you are just starting out. As a rule you should take between 3cm and 5cm off of the length of your snowboard.
What if snowboard is too long?
The wrong size board could make your board harder to control than it should be, hindering your improvement as a rider. A board that is too long
becomes difficult to manouvre
, too short and it will become unstable to ride as your speed gets higher.
What size snowboard should I get for my height?
Since most snowboarders ride a board that is 85% to 92% of their own body height, plugging a couple numbers into a simple formula can tell you the board length that might fit you best. The formula is as follows:
Your Height (in inches) X 2.54 X 0.88 = Your Recommended Board Length
.
Is a 159 snowboard to big for me?
159 snowboards are
typically made for male riders with average to large foot sizes
. The board that you have has a waist of 25.4 cm. It is likely in the neighborhood of 26.4 at the inserts where you will ride.
Is a 154 snowboard too small?
So for example
if you’re a freestyle rider you might take 3-6cm off that and go with a 154-157cm board
. If you are a beginner you might go with a 155-157 and if you are a dedicated free-rider then you might bump it up to 162, 163 or 164.
How tall is a 155 snowboard?
| Rider Height Range of Board Length (Centimeters) | 5’8′′ 147 -155cm | 5’10” 154- 163cm | 6’0′′ 157-165cm | 6’1′′ 160-168cm |
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Should a snowboard be up to your chin?
A common answer is that
the board height should be between your chin and the tip of your nose
. And while this is a good guide, there’s more to it. In reality, a correctly sized snowboard could fall anywhere between your collarbone and forehead.
Is weight or height more important for snowboard?
When I worked at my local snowboarding shop, the most frequent question I always received was whether weight or height matters more for snowboarding. When it comes to choosing your snowboard size,
weight is a far more important factor than height
.
What makes a snowboard good?
The effective edge is always shorter than the length of the snowboard
. A longer effective edge provides stability at high speed and good grip in turns or when descending icy slopes. A shorter effective edge creates a board that is easier to turn and spin.
Is it easier to ride a shorter snowboard?
A short snowboard is easier to turn than a long one
but a longer board will be more stable at speed when it will tend to bounce around and wobble less than a shorter one as more of the board will be in contact with the snow. To choose a suitable board length you need to first consider your weight.
How hard is it to snowboard?
Snowboarding isn’t hard to learn, but it does take some time and practice
. On average it takes someone about 3 days of practice to stay up on the board and start feeling comfortable. With lessons, and natural ability it is possible to learn in just 1 day.
Is a longer snowboard better for powder?
A longer board has more surface area for rise in deep powder
. However, with a wider nose or higher volume board like our Shaper Series you can get optimum float without the added length. You’ll also get agile maneuverability of the shorter length.
Are wide snowboards better?
Width is an important factor when choosing a snowboard
. Too wide of a board will lack responsiveness. Too narrow and you run the risk of toe and heel drag, which can easily throw you on your face, especially if you enjoy steeper terrain or laying down a hard carve- looking at you dudes with boot sizes 11.5 and up!
How much does the average snowboard cost?
The average snowboard cost is
around $400
, and this includes soft bindings. The cost of a snowboard depends on several factors such as the quality, whether it is new, and the expertise level. Together with the snowboard and bindings, you also have to consider the other gear you need.
Who should ride a 162 snowboard?
Most riders of average size choose the 158 cm. This is a great all-around size for park, pipe and carving. If you are a smaller, lighter rider go for the 154 cm. And
if you are taller than average, or weigh over 180 lbs (80 kg)
, consider the 162 cm.
