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I was just wondering if I could pull off riding a men's board. I'm not too big on women's boards mainly because I have pretty big feet. Are there any huge differences between the boards? Also I'm a beginning looking for good package deals for my boyfriend and I (we are both very broke college students so the cheaper the better!) I'm just under 5'8, 145-150lbs, size 10-11 in women's shoes (though I usually wear mens because I am also flat footed and they offer me more room). My boyfriend is about 5'9, 150-155lbs, size 9 shoe. What would you suggest???
Yeh, a chick can ride a dude's board — especially if chick has 10.5+ boot size. The difference would also be the men's board will typically be a slightly stiffer flex and a little heavier. That would just make the board a little better for freeride than freestyle.As for package deals at best prices, I suggest The House. Just go there and check out their “Snowboard Packages”. They have a few packages there under $350 which is Awesome. I like Rossi (Rossignol) and Sims snowboards for best value.
I just checked at The House and they have a Rossignol Legion Snowboard Package:- Rossignol Legion Snowboard (154cm)- Morrow Dimension Bindings- Airwalk Pirate Boot Reg: $ 557The House Price: $ 279Item #rossignol-legion-pkga-06That package is a virtual steal and should be great for him.
For Her is a great deal onThanks a bunch for the reply! I just have a few more questions… Do you know anything about the Atomic Fallen Angel 152 board? A few people have told me to check it out, and thus far it's the only women's board I like. I know it has a 25.1 waist size, could I rock that? And what about the Ride Kink men's borad? My boyfriend seems to be hooked on that.
Atomic boards rock big time from what I hear. I have never ridden Atomic boards only because they are all too wide. They all seem to be mid-wides to wides — it's a shame. IMO I would not exceed 24.7cm waist width if I were you. Stay below that for sure.I have not ridden the Ride Kink board, but it looks awesome. Again at 25.5 waist width it is too wide for him. With a 9 boot he should stay close to 24.8. I really respect Ride boards. They are totally bomb-proof.Have you tried the sizing calculator?
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