What snowboard size should I get if I am 5'6'' tall?

Is it better to get a bigger or smaller size snowboard than your actual size?

  • If you had to get a snowboard one size bigger or one size smaller than your actual size, which would be better? For example i am 158cm snowboard size. Would it be better to go for ...show more

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    Get a board that goes up to your chin. stand it on end and see. Since your a begginer try going maybe a little shorter

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Firstly make sure you know what is your optimum size, http://www.snowandrock.com/buying_guide_boards.htm is a fantastic, quick guide. Secondly, how good are you. If you are pretty advanced, you may be surprised how much better you perform on a longer board. Beginners should stick to shorter boards because they are more forgiving and easier to turn.

Joel J

you will grow out of a 157 faster than a 159...lol and longer is better...plus you will find out 1 cm doesnt make a difference much

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