How wide should my snowboard be?
School of thought #1: The best width for you is where your boots overhang on both the heel edge and toe edge by anywhere between 1 & 2 centimetres (1/4 to 3/4 inch). In other words, in bare feet your heel would be right on the heel edge and your toes right on the toe edge (at your binding angles).
What size foot needs a wide snowboard?
Riders with a boot size of 11 (and sometimes 10.5) and larger should ride a wide snowboard.
How big should your snowboard be if your 5 11?
Snowboard Sizing Chart Based on Height
| Rider Height (ft/in) | Rider Height (cm) | Snowboard Size (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 5’8″ | 173cm | 152-155 |
| 5’9″ | 175cm | 153-157 |
| 5’10” | 178cm | 154-159 |
| 5’11” | 180cm | 155-160 |
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.
Why would you want 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!
Do I need a wide snowboard size 11?
Typical boot sizes that need to consider a wide board are 10.5-11. If you have a boot size larger than 11, you definitely need a wide.
Is it bad to get a wide snowboard?
What is the benefit of a wide snowboard?
Width of a snowboard is critical in that it prevents toe and heel drag when leaning the board over in to a turn. Too narrow width for your boot size, and your toes/heels could drag and cause a bobble or fall. Too wide width and the board will not react quickly and will feel sluggish and awkward to turn.
Are wide snowboards better?
Does 3 cm on a snowboard make a difference?
3 cm is a huge difference. Yes. 152 vs 155 is huge without being huge.
Are wide snowboards harder to turn?
Well, as you may well realise, a wide snowboard makes it more difficult to initiate an edge change, therefore making it more difficult to turn.
Is there a snowboard size calculator for beginners?
Note that this snowboard size calculator is mainly designed for beginner to intermediate riders, but I welcome snowboarders of all levels to take a look, give it a try, and perhaps leave some feedback for us so we can improve it in a future version. Find this calculator useful?
How is the width of a snowboard determined?
Picking The Width of Your Snowboard. We consider your boot size as the main factor in determining the width of your snowboard. Normally a regular board should be fine for those of you wearing shoe size below 10 (UK standard). If your shoe size is over 11, you may need a wider board.
Do you need a bigger snowboard for heavier people?
A heavier person would need a bigger board (longer, wider, or both) than an average weighted person. So when picking the board, be sure to check with the weight size chart provided by the manufacturer. The next thing to determine your snowboard size is your riding style.