How Long Should Your Snowboard Be?
Snowboard Size Chart
Rider Height (in) Rider Height (cm) Snowboard Size (cm)
5'6" 168 149 -157
5'8" 173 154 -162
5'10" 178 159 -167
6' 183 160+

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Considering this, what length of snowboard should I get?

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.

Similarly, what happens if your snowboard is too long? Height and Weight If you're carrying a lot of weight and your snowboard is too short, you'll sink like a stone in powder. The board doesn't have enough surface area to carry your weight. If you're a beanpole and your board is too long, you'll have problems controlling it on the slope.

Also asked, is a longer snowboard better for beginners?

If you're riding is mostly all mountain, powder or freeriding, consider a snowboard on the longer end of the size range. If you are above average weight consider a longer snowboard. If you are a beginner, aim for a shorter board in your size range.

What size snowboard do I need if I'm 5 7?

Snowboard Size Chart

Rider Height (in) Rider Height (cm) Snowboard Size (cm)
5'6″ 168 147 – 156
5'7″ 170 148 – 157
5'8″ 173 151 – 158
5'9″ 175 151 – 159
Related Question Answers

How much does a decent snowboard cost?

You can get excellent boards for under $500, and you can get very good boards for $400. If you're a total n00b, you can get a decent freestyle board for $300 or less. The-House.com has packages (boots, board, bindings) starting from $400-450 which can include name-brand gear from Burton, etc.

Is it easier to snowboard on a shorter board?

A short snowboard is easier to turn than a long one but a longer board will be more stable at speed when it will tend to bounce around and wobble less than a shorter one as more of the board will be in contact with the snow. To choose a suitable board length you need to first consider your weight.
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