new board

[mishk89]

ok, so my dad said that he wants to buy me a snowboard because they're always really expensive to rent and it would be better if i just got one and that's it. im really excited about this except im not exactly sure what i want to get. i don't want it to be really expensive or anything, but i want a good board. it doesn't have to be like brand new, like it could be something that came out a year or so ago. i also heard that some boards are only good for doing certain things (e.g. freeriding, jumps, powder...) i want a board that works well under all conditions. also, the board that i rented last time i went snowboarding was apparently really bad if i wanted to ride switch. i took a snowboarding lesson and the instructor said that i shouldn't ride switch with that board but i forgot to ask him why. anyway, id really appreciate for some tips or suggestions on what type of board to buy, where i should buy it, what brand, etc.

in case this info matters for the board:
-5'2"
-125 lbs.
-intermediate rider (tough blue slopes)

also, i live in the south jersey area in case anyone knows of any good shops down here.

thank you so much!!!

[BadassBunny]

Hey I have a 146 Ride Vista that I used for 1 1/2 seasons.. it's a great all around board, pretty soft though. I'll sell u mine, with Burton Synchro bindings.

Lemme know, I'm in the Cherry Hill area often.

n check out The Powder Room in Haddonfield.

[gerard]

I don't ride girl boards but I have a ride and it is a really nice board and has lasted me a lot of seasons and I ride a lot. It mostly depends on how much you are willing to spend too. I assume you will need boots and bindings too? I would check out to see what kind of packages are out there. They usually have end of season sales or pre season sales with last year's stuff.

[mishk89]

Hey I have a 146 Ride Vista that I used for 1 1/2 seasons.. it's a great all around board, pretty soft though. I'll sell u mine, with Burton Synchro bindings.

Lemme know, I'm in the Cherry Hill area often.

n check out The Powder Room in Haddonfield.


thanks for the offer! i'll think about it. im not sure when my dad wants to take me to get a board. it might be next winter :roll:
i think for now though i might be getting a new one
but i will check out the powder room in haddonfield
and thanks again

[SnoChick]

The best deal is to get a setup now while there are still some left during the end of season sale, or try to find this year's boards at a deep discount early next season.

As far a board recommendations, sounds like you're a strong intermediate rider. Go for an advanced board. You'll progress a lot futher with it. If you're looking for a women specific board, here are a few to consider: Palmer Liberty, Gnu Barrett Christy Pro, Ride Kashmir, Salomon Ivy, K2 Mix.

Some of the smaller men's board are also great. They are generally stiffer than the women's boards, but I haven't found that to be a problem. Some people also say they are wider than women's board, but my Custom X is actually narrower than my Barrett Christy Pro, so I guess it really depends on the board.

In general, freeride boards tend to be stiffer and bigger and freestyle boards are smaller and softer (it's a little easier to get your rotations in the air with a smaller board). A softer board tends to chatter at high speed and not the best thing to have on a powder day either. As far as boards not good for switch riding, the only ones I can think of are the alpine type board, where it has a really pointy nose and a flat tail. Hope this helps and good luck!

[mishk89]

The best deal is to get a setup now while there are still some left during the end of season sale, or try to find this year's boards at a deep discount early next season.

As far a board recommendations, sounds like you're a strong intermediate rider. Go for an advanced board. You'll progress a lot futher with it. If you're looking for a women specific board, here are a few to consider: Palmer Liberty, Gnu Barrett Christy Pro, Ride Kashmir, Salomon Ivy, K2 Mix.

Some of the smaller men's board are also great. They are generally stiffer than the women's boards, but I haven't found that to be a problem. Some people also say they are wider than women's board, but my Custom X is actually narrower than my Barrett Christy Pro, so I guess it really depends on the board.

In general, freeride boards tend to be stiffer and bigger and freestyle boards are smaller and softer (it's a little easier to get your rotations in the air with a smaller board). A softer board tends to chatter at high speed and not the best thing to have on a powder day either. As far as boards not good for switch riding, the only ones I can think of are the alpine type board, where it has a really pointy nose and a flat tail. Hope this helps and good luck!

wow yeah that really helps
thank you so much!

[SnoChica]

I have a Nitro Fate.... Love it. Check 'em out. It's light and turns quickly.

[BadassBunny]

As far a board recommendations, sounds like you're a strong intermediate rider. Go for an advanced board. You'll progress a lot futher with it. If you're looking for a women specific board, here are a few to consider: Palmer Liberty, Gnu Barrett Christy Pro, Ride Kashmir, Salomon Ivy, K2 Mix.


My friend has the Ivy [151]... biiiig difference IMO between that board and the Gnu. Since we both have the Gnu, from my experience riding the Ivy, it is significantly stiffer/faster. The Kashmir is an even more advanced board than the Gnu as well.

Maybe u would wanna check out the regular Burton Feelgood, or even the Troop.. altho the Troop is described as a park board, it's more like an all mountain board that is a lot of fun to ride!

Ohh, or also check out the Rome Blue -- another great board, n more advanced than the Troop.

[SnoChica]

Ah, the Rome Blue.... I'm buying it this week I think. Let me ask this question... I have the Nitro Fate 151... When I buy my Rome Blue... would it make sense to get the 147? Just to have 2 different size boards? Is there a reason why I might want that?

[BadassBunny]

^ NO NO NO!! Unless u want it for strictly park.. u never ever ever get a shorter board.. ever. Either get the same size u have, or longer.

I was gonna get the 151.. but ended up with the Gnu instead.

[SnoChica]

Thanks, it didn't make sense to me either. But of course, you have different people with their opinions and this is one that I heard but had no idea why.

And for the Blue... As much as I WANT it. I don't NEED it since my Nitro is brand new and really all the board I need for now.

I keep trying to tell myself that the extra couple hundred I were to spend on that board could be much better spent on my next season pass!