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Originally Posted by GabAlmighty
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Originally Posted by Spartacus
Guys, I'm looking to get into snowboarding.
Where should i be shopping for gears and what do i need? How much should i be looking to spend? 
Any deals coming up? |
If you're just starting out then get a Sportcheck special or something off of craigslist. Board should come up to about your mouth or so, height wise.
You'll need a board, bindings, boots, pants, gloves, jacket, goggles, and a helmet if you so choose.
Spend as little as possible, no use being one of those asian (not saying you are just they are the worst for it) folks that have about 5k worth of shit on their bodies but can't ride for shit. |
I disagree
Invest in gear that helps you stay dry and stay warm without breaking the bank
Yes if that means you're more comfortable in goretex or a more pricey jacket/pants then so be it. You do not want to feel discouraged if you're wet and soaked, then have to drive home damp and feeling like ass
As for a snowboard? Go with a reference to weight instead of measuring up with height.
I've preached this method time and time again and for good reason. As gear now is based on mass instead of leverage. You can be a twig and weight next to nothing, and buy a board based on height and have it feel too stiff. I've seen it before and it holds true. Especially for someone that's starting out