Does anybody know anything about "Pale" snowboards? Are they any good? Cheers!?
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look at Shaun White he is so pale but he's the best around
477443
Well first you need to buy a ccs mag. Then you can look at the boards. Personal I like the Zero boards with element barring or abek 3,5,or 9s. The  trucks are your choice. You can also buy a complete board and not have to worrier about getting different trucks and Bering's.
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K2 is a very popular make of snowboard.  It is an excellent company.  As for value, you need to shop around.  You can visit online snowboard retailers http://frostyrider.com/shops/online_shops.htm and compare the model of K2 snowboard you purchased with what you got.
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I normally use snowshoes when I take my board up, but it can be a strain on the calves for a steep climb, you get into getter powder though.  That's what most folks where I live (Breckenridge) do.\n\nIf you really want to skin up then I would get some blades (super stubby skies) and mount some snowboard bindings on.  You will have to get creative though because you need to be able to 'free heel' to skin up.  You could try using a pair of Trekkers as the mount, they will also lift you up to stop your mounts from dragging.  It all sounds like too much work and gear...snowshoes of use an AT setup when you want to go up the mountain.
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Burton, Ride, Arbor, Nitro, Rossignol, Salomon, K2, and Head are all good, higher end boards.\n\nI have a Burton and a Rossignol.
551080
It is just as safe as buying any other used snowboard. If there are some minor scratches then you will be fine. Make sure the edges are still in good condition and the board doens't have any deep cuts. $250 is a decent price for a used snowboard. If the board is in good condition still then I would buy it for that price. I don't where where the guy who says demos should sell for 1/5 of their original price, but in my experience that's incorrect. You will usually find demos for sale between $100-300 depending on the type of board, it's condition, and where you buy it from.
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you might want to go during the summer to a ski shop. they will have boards that they demoed last year in good condition and good quality for cheap prices. also you might want to get last years modle. i got $1100 skis for $400 and they were really nice. you would also want to get last years modle for boots. that doesn't mean there bad the ski shop just wants to get rid of them. you might want to go to a ski swap because that stuff is usually good. if you need to you might want to use ebay but im not sure the security of that. good luck finding the gear!
109215
the burton vapor. probably the lightest snowboard available but not the strongest. not a worthwhile investment in my eyes.
882570
yea they have different sizes for different people. if i were you i would go to a skate shop pick out a few boards and stand on them. see how they feel to you. i like thinner boards but thats because my feet are not very big. the bigger your foot the bigger you want your board. i guess? thinner boards are also used more often for street skating. bigger for vert. if your goin to skate vert you want to tighten your trucks because its a lot easier to fall w/ loose trucks on a ramp. length i dont think matters much. there are long boards tho. those are for cruisin around n stuff. you cant really do any tricks on them. but they go pretty fast which can be fun i guess. i like skatin strret tho. kickfliping gaps n stuff. lots of fun. i have been skatin for about 3 years. i guess im ok compared to people who i skate with. they have been skatin longer and im just as good. i bs 5-0 my first rail today. it was bad ass. good luck and have fun.
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Last season I bought Burton Sapphire Womens Snowboard Boots and I love them!  They are lightweight and have the automatic cliching pull to lace up super easy (I always hated lacing up my old boots).  I find that my feet stay warmer in these too.
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There are a lot of fiberlights. Mike V. boards are usually really heavy because Mike V. kept breaking them, so they made them tougher. But there is a fiberlight Bam deck that is really great. I think that you can get it at Zumiez. You might also look into lighter trucks.
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5150, Limited, Sims, Lamar, Morrow are all good, lower-priced boards for beginners. \n\nHowever... have you boarded before? If not, I'd suggest you rent and try a few different boards while you find your personal preferences (likes/dislikes) and your riding style (freeboard, freestyle, etc.). While it might require extra funds in the early going, renting will help save you money in the long term, such as making the mistake of buying a board you wont like in terms of style, graphics, etc.\n\nGood luck... see ya on the slopes!\n\n:)
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That's right.  If you have big feet, which I think a size 13 qualifies, then you would want to buy a wide snowboard.  A wide snowboard, is exactly what its name implies:  a snowboard that is wider on the sides than normal.  Why you want a wide snowboard, is because if you have big feet, your feet will be sticking out the sides of a normal snowboard.  If you go toeside, your feet will dig into the snow, and you'll probably eat frost.  A wider snowboard will have more room for your feet.  I find that they are more stable, though I find it easier to carve with a regular snowboard.  Since you're a beginner though, you wouldn't notice much of a difference, since you'll probably be doing a lot of heelside braking first.\n\nShort answer:  yes, a wide snowboard would be good for you.
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Go used for the bindings and deck, spring for some new boots. You want a board that is both height and weight appropriate. The typical way of finding out the right size is somewhere between the chin and nose of your kid while the board is stood up. Boards are measured in cm fyi) \nIf your kid is too light for the board, there will be no way he can control it no matter how good he is. Likewise if he gets into the park and he's too heavy for it, it will break. \nWhen you go to buy a board, bend it. Put the nose against the floor, hold the tail in one hand, and push on the middle with the other. Don't be afraid to push hard. Try to think about the pressure your applying and your sons weight.\nFor bindings let him have strap-ins, they take a little longer but I believe they are safer and give you a better hold on your board. If you are getting them used go for Burtons, they are hands down the safest and most reliable, espically when you don't know where they've been.\nBoots should fit tighter than normal kids shoes, avoid the 'room for growth' because that will make his foot slip around inside and make control more difficult. \nI bought my board for a grand total of around $300 and that was with a name brand helmet, and name brand everything else. \nI got mine aftermarket, which for you would be the end of this season when the sellers want to get rid of their stock. if your son can wait, try to get to the end of season sales and pick him out something nice. In the meanwhile you can lease a board for the entire season from a ski/snowboard shop for around $100-$200 or rent daily from your mountain. \nI hope these tips and advice help you out.\nTell your son to have fun!
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snowboarding rocks! i've been snowboarding for 11 years now..omgosh, can't have more fun than riding on fresh powder...ahhh!
981180
Your a Big guy like myself and I used to ride a Trucker but last year I went to a NeverSummer Legacy.NeverSummer is American made not China like 97% of boards you'll see on the slopes.I tell you man it's the best I've ever dream of,it's great for the powder,ice,and ever thing in between.I've been riding 10 years been on several boards and it's the best by far.
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Well, online is always good since I have no idea where Humboldt County is. E-bay and craigslist have good deals on used and new snowboards but first go to frostyrider.com and use their sizing calculator if you don't already know you size. You can go to citysearch.com and search snowboard shops and you'll probably find one in your area, or at least close. If you want to buy a new one. buy directly from the manufacturer.