Best snowboard size for 5'10? (2023)

Is a 154 snowboard too small?

Choosing Your Length

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 do I know if my snowboard is the right size?

Snowboard length: As a general rule, if you stand a board on its tail, the nose of the board should reach somewhere between your nose and chin. You can use size charts and recommended rider weights to get more precise. Types of snowboards: Your choices include all-mountain, freestyle, freeride, powder and splitboards.

Should I size up or down for snowboard?

The fit should be snug, but not uncomfortable. Keep in mind that liners compress ("pack out") with use and will end up roomier at the end of the season than when you bought them, so if you're deciding between two sizes, it's best to size down.

What happens if your snowboard is too short?

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.

Is it easier to ride a shorter snowboard?

Generally, smaller snowboards are easier to manoeuvre, allowing you to carve smaller turns. Longer snowboards, on the other hand, will be harder to control when going slow but will be more stable at high speeds.

How much shorter should my snowboard be than me?

All-mountain snowboarders should aim to stick to the recommended weight ranges as these will allow the most versatility. If you are an all-mountain freestyle then opt 1-2cm shorter but no more. If you prefer freeride than 1-2cm longer.

Does weight matter when buying a snowboard?

If someone is too heavy for their board, then it will be too flexible. Online, you can find informational charts that tell you what size board you need based on your height and weight. If you go into stores that sell snowboards or if you go to a ski resort, then they can tell you that information too.

What size snowboard for 140 lbs?

Does snowboard length matter?

Heavier riders need longer snowboards, whilst lighter riders need shorter snowboards. How long or short depends partly on your height, partly on your ability level and partly on your style of snowboarding.

What size snowboard does a 5 9 person need?

Is a 157 snowboard too small?

The most popular size for average size guys is the 157 cm. With the blunted tips, the 157 cm floats like a traditional 159 cm but is still a great park size. If you are a little bigger or heavier than average, or you're looking for a pow board, check out the 160 cm or the 162W cm.

Do bigger snowboards go faster?

Longer snowboard will be faster and more stable, making them good for great for heavier, more advanced, or aggressive freeriders.

Does squatting help with snowboarding?

The squat is an essential exercise when training for snowboarding. Squats strengthen nearly all of the lower body muscles required for snowboarding, including the quadriceps, hamstrings, hip flexors, calves, and gluteal muscles (buttocks). The stronger your squat, the longer you'll ride.

Should I go up a half size in snowboard boots?

Most riders choose boots half a size or a full size bigger than their street shoes. In any way, your heels should fit tight while at the same time your toes should just feel the front of the boot when putting weight on your heel.

Is it bad if your toes hang off your snowboard?

IS SNOWBOARD WIDTH REALLY IMPORTANT? If your toes/heels overhang the board by over 1/2 an inch it is likely that you will experience some kind of toe or heel drag in the snow when turning. Toe or heel drag indicates that your snowboard width is too narrow and will result in reduced snowboard performance.

What are the pros cons of a longer snowboard?

Short boards are easier to turn and spin for tricks but would be slower than an equal quality board that is longer. You will also feel a little more chatter at high speeds. Longer boards are faster and more stable at high speeds but take more effort to turn.

How long should a snowboard last you?

The average snowboard lasts between 150 to 200 days of riding. A snowboard's performance peaks during the first 75 to 100 days of riding, after which performance starts to gradually decline. The lifespan of a snowboard is largely influenced by the care, usage, location, and quality of the snowboard.

What is the hardest part of snowboarding?

With snowboarding, it's all about getting on your edges (both heel and toe edges). This is the hardest part but, once it's achieved, you have the fundamental technique of the sport nailed - and can reach a pretty impressive level pretty quickly, especially if you're brave!

What is the easiest snowboard to learn on?

For most beginners, we recommend the True Twin style board, as these are symmetrical both in shape and flex, with a centred stance. Not quite figured out what style of beginner's snowboard you may need? Speak to one of our expert snowboarding instructors, and sign up to our Beginners' Snowboarding Lessons!

Is snowboarding a lot harder than skiing?

Skiing is usually easier to learn but in order to perfect the sport, you are required to become extremely technical. On the split hand, snowboarding techniques are harder to master but can help quickly achieve impressive levels once nailed.

How fat is too fat for snowboarding?

A good rule of thumb is that if you're able to bend over and tie your shoelaces while standing up without pain or contortion, you should be flexible enough to strap in and out of your bindings. On the other hand, if you struggle to go for a jog or a walk, you're probably too out of shape for snowboarding.

What size snowboard for 125lbs?

What size snowboard for 110 lbs?

For general all-mountain riding, a snowboard between 137 cm and 146 cm is a good starting point for someone 5 feet, 1 inches tall, weighing 110 pounds.

Should I get a wide snowboard at size 10?

If your shoe size is about a women's size 10, or between an 8 and 10 for men's, you'll most likely fall in a regular width board. If you fall under this category, avoid using a wider board - it could be less safe and harder to control. Finally, there are narrow boards for smaller feet.

Should I get a longer or shorter board for beginner?

Beginner and intermediate riders should use slightly shorter boards since they're easier to turn and maneuver. Choose the board that's the shortest option based on your height, weight, and boot size weight in the chart above.

Is a shorter snowboard easier to ride?

Generally, smaller snowboards are easier to manoeuvre, allowing you to carve smaller turns. Longer snowboards, on the other hand, will be harder to control when going slow but will be more stable at high speeds.

What is the downside to a wide snowboard?

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!)

What happens if a snowboard is too wide?

Know your snowboard waist width

The waist width of a snowboard is a critical performance dimension. If your board is too wide, it will feel slow moving edge to edge. If your board is too narrow, you will drag the toe cap or heel cup of your binding in the snow when you turn sharply.

What happens if you ride a snowboard too small for you?

If you are below or towards the bottom of the weight range you will find the snowboard harder to press and manoeuvre. Being too light for the board will prevent you from using your body weight to apply the correct pressure to the board. This will make learning ground tricks and butters quite difficult.

Can you weight too much for a snowboard?

With the right muscle build and core strength, snowboarding is more about balance than weight and is entirely possible for heavy riders. However, fat or obese riders can struggle due to the impact of weight on the muscles and joints, as well as potentially reduced flexibility and fitness.

Will my snowboard break if Im too heavy?

Snowboards should be a little flexible so that they can go downhill on snow and ice without breaking. If someone is too light for their board, the board is too long. If someone is too heavy for their board, then it will be too flexible.

Does 2 cm make a difference snowboard?

Depending on your own preferences and what you like to do, most freestylers will typically choose a board that is between 2cm and 6cm shorter. Freeriders will tend to go with longer boards in order to help with speed and stability. Freeriders tend to choose a board that is between 1cm and 4cm longer.

Does a longer snowboard make you go faster?

Longer snowboard will be faster and more stable, making them good for great for heavier, more advanced, or aggressive freeriders.