I am getting ready to order some Roxy summit bibs for this ski season and wanted to see if anyone can comment on sizing.

I'm 5'4'' 138lbs. I'm typically a womens size 4 (occasionally a 2 and rarely a 6).

I want to order the right size because I need them soon and don't care about the size.

I'm generally a small or medium in ski pants.

Should I really be ordering an XL (Im at the very top of the large chart)?

Is it typical to size up 2-3 sizes in this brand? I've never ordered Roxy before.

I gained weight from a snowboard concussion last year and I don't see a 138 board (Head-pride 2.0) serving me well at all now. Beginner still, riding at local hills mostly.

Height: 5'1"

Inseam: 25"-26"

Boot size: 6.5 US

Past weight: 120-125 lb

Current weight: 145-150 lb

I see myself losing weight but it will take time, I just want to know what I can work with as I am in my new weight and slowly transition back over time.

I am 5’9” and 200 pounds. I currently ride a Solomon Bellevue 155 because it’s wide enough to accommodate my boot and weight. But I am considering going to a men’s board, and a bit longer. An arbor coda 158. Has anyone my size done this or what size board are you riding if you’re similar to my size?

Hey all, I live on the West coast and am looking at purchasing the women's Stratos split. Unfortunately, no one in the area carries either the split or solid of this board in my size for me to demo, so I'm a little lost on which size would suit me. I've read Jones' sizing charts, scoured Reddit threads, but still feel unsure about whether the 146 or 149 would be best as there's not a lot of reviews out there from people my size.

I'm 5'4 and 115lbs, boot size 6.5, and would consider myself an intermediate-advanced rider. My solid boards range from 142-146. I was convinced to size up to a 150 for my current split (G3 scapegoat swift) and really don't enjoy riding it, and am unsure if the size has to do with that.

Would love your thoughts!

I’m teaching a toddler old to snowboard, he’s got great balance but I’m finding it a bit tricky teaching him how to stop and how to link turns. Great balance and can straightline quite far but those “stops” (falls) look rough.

Any moms out there who have successfully taught their young kiddos? I towed him around on a board starting last year but this is his first year out on the bunny hill. I have one of those harness backpacks but I don’t think he’s quite there yet.

Looking for: kid specific body cues, books I can read to him, videos that might be helpful for him to watch, etc.

I bought the union legacy bindings but I used it for the first time last week and the binding kept falling off my toes. I had it set the tightest possible setting but it still kept sliding off after every round. It even slid off just getting off the lift.

Anyone have any suggestions on how to fix this or which bindings I should get that are compatible with my boots? I’m a beginner btw. Thanks!

Hey all, So yesterday I took an intensive 6hr day course at an indoor slope. The instructor was 19 and although he could snowboard, teaching is a skill which he hasn't quite refined.

I already took a 2hr lesson in Switzerland last year and the instructor there was a lot clearer regarding explaining edges, turning and tips like looking up the slope etc. If I didnt already have an idea yesterday and have watched so many youtube vids, it really would have been a very unclear day for me.

I ride goofy and at one point yesterday I switched to my left foot and this really threw him. He said you always only ride with the foot you kick a ball with, which I guess would instinctively for me be my right. So he only had me doing only right turns.

However when I took the Swiss lesson, the instructor had me ride both sides across the mountain so now im super confused what I should be doing.

Help please?

I'm picking up a Nitro Lectra Brush (flat to rocker) for my wife tomorrow and need help deciding on a 146 or 149. She is has never ridden before.

She is 5'7 130lbs size 9 boots Burton Ritual, Large Union Juliet bindings and she's 45 years old.

She's decent at other sports like wakeboarding, wake surfing, waterskiing and downhill skiing. I would say that she seems to learn a little faster than average, but not because she is more naturally athletic, it's that she pushes herself harder to get the basics down and doesn't want to stop.

I just want whatever size will be easiest for her to learn on, and have no problem getting her a different board for next year if she needs something larger or with camber. She'll be riding in Michigan about 10 times this season.

Apologies about posting in ShredditGirls, I just didn't want a bunch of guys chiming in on something they have no idea about.

Hi, I have the Anon M3 goggles with the changeable strap. My problem is, when I want to take them off my face to put on my helmet, the strap slips out of the frame. Has anyone had this problem? Is it a strap issue or a problem with the goggles themselves?

I hope this is the right place for this type of post! I've never been very athletic but generally try to stay "in shape". I go to orange theory and hot yoga. I used to do martial arts but not in a while. I've skiied around 10 years ago when I lived in Montana but never enough to be that good. I stuck to the bunny hills and easiest mountain slopes. Now I have the opportunity to learn to ski better later this winter. Do you have any advice on specific work outs I can do to help things along? Or any resources you can point me to? I'm gonna work on flexibility too. I know nothing will get me in shape like actually doing the skiing and I just gotta do it, but I am hoping to more so focus on strengthening knees back etc to help mitigate any injuries because I am an old lady at 32 now lol! Thank you for any advice. :)

Help! I'm a beginner looking into purchasing a snowboard and unsure of what size would suit me the best. I'm 4'10.5 and no more than 110 lbs (my weight fluctuates). I'm very petite and wear a US size 4-5 in shoes. I've been told the snowboard should be anywhere between my nose and chin? Also if you have any recommendations on affordable sites that would be appreciated. TYIA!

Hey shredders! - looking to see what everyone uses during the winter months for

shampoo, conditioner, masks, oils, leave in conditioner, etc for hair

Face wash, moisturizers, serums, sunblock, etc for skin care

Throw in a wild card for specific gear you may use versus others, merino wool caps for example

Trying to see if I need to augment my routine a bit this season as my hair has been pretty unruly and my face seems to be sucking up all my moisturizer

🏂🏂

How to size a snowboard:

Look at the manufacturer's published weight/boot size guide for the specific board you're looking for. The goal is to be smack dab in the middle of the weight and boot size range for the board you're looking at. That said, it doesn't always work that way. Sometimes you are in-between ranges. If this is you, you need to make a choice:

• Longer board = more stable at speed, and less nimble edge to edge
• Shorter board = more nimble edge to edge, but less stable at speed

Board Components:

• Camber = the bend of the board. Some type of camber with rocker in the nose/tail is the gold standard. (There are lots of variations of camber, but ultimately it's the bend between the nose/tail going up like a rainbow)
• Reverse Camber = Typically most new riders go this way because it's easiest to learn on. However, it comes at the cost of poor riding form and is a limiting factor for carving, and getting to those double blacks. Typically I suggest skipping reverse camber, since learning regular camber isn't tough. It's shape is like an upside down rainbow, so the middle of the board bends downward.
• 3d shaping - Some boards like Nideckers/Jones/and a few others incorporate a 3d "spoon" shape into the board's nose and tail. This helps with reducing edge catches on a camber dominant board. This helps a lot when learning.
• Sidecut - I wouldn't worry too much about his as a new rider. But this defines the "arc" of your turns. Longer sidecut have longer carves, while shorter sidecuts are quicker carves. There's progressive sidecuts, and all sorts of types.
• Flex - This is quite important. For most new riders, you've rented clapped out limp noodle boards with no flex.
• Waist Width - Do not forget to check the "waist width" - or how wide the snowboard is, on the manufacturers sizing charts. This is in direct reference to what size bindings and boots will fit on your board. Usually the mfg will just list the suggested boot size and binding size ranges instead of the waist width itself.

Less Flex (Flex: 1-3) - Better for park/ground tricks/day 1 of learning. Very forgiving

Medium Flex (Flex: 4-6) - A good all around flex pattern for getting around the entire mountain comfortably while learning. You'll be able to do everything on the mountain to some degree, but optimizing flex will grant you key benefits as you get better. These boards can be forgiving if 3d shaped, or unforgiving if no 3d shaping and fully cambered

Stiff Flex (Flex: 7-10) - You are no longer a noob, and have the need for speed and stability. You are a destroyer of mountains, queen of the top. These boards are EXTREMELY unforgiving, and should not be your choice until you are ready.

Board Recommendations:

I like the following:

• Twin Sister - This is my freestyle all mountain board. I use it for exploring new mountains, hitting some park/side hits, and all snow conditions. It's a jack of all trades, and master of none. A GREAT beginner board that you could ride from Day 1 until you're crushing double blacks.

• Dancehaul - My favorite slush slasher for the spring. And one of my favorites in the pow. This is a volume shifted board, so I can ride a much shorter board while maintaining my float on powder.

• Flagship - My stiff flex bombing board. Get out of the way, because I'm coming in at warp speed.

• Yes Hello/Basic/Hel Yes - If you are east coast, nothing beats these ice huggers. Yes offers a good lineup of boards that stick to the ice like white on rice!

How to pick boots:

If you already have boots - and you can move your toes around, find yourself sliding around in them, your heel is lifting, or they aren't snugly wrapped around your feet, it's either time for new liners...or new boots.

Boots are your hands down most important piece of gear. They should be your first major purchase, and should be purchased BRAND NEW. I highly suggest using Evo, and scheduling a boot fitting with them. I would not go to a big box store like REI where it's luck of the draw with getting a decent boot fitter. This is your most important piece of gear to get exactly right, so take the time and effort to do so. Evo has a 365 unused gear return policy. I live in Tx, so there are zero stores here to try on boots. I simply ordered multiple sizes before a road trip to SLC, and went to the Evo store there. I ordered them ahead of time bc they don't have all the brands/sizes in every store. Got to Evo, had a boot fitter confirm my sizing was right, and returned the other ones. I did it all within 30 days on my credit card so I didn't have to worry about money out of pocket.

A properly fitted boot wraps around your foot completely and mates it to your foot like it was meant to be. Your toes should absolutely touch the end of the boot and be giving it a nice kiss. A good fitting boot will feel a half size too small and uncomfortable. Boots have a "break in" period where your liner of the boot will mold to your foot. So don't worry if it's just a little too tight, because that's what you want.

If your boots feel perfect, but you're getting a little heel rise, consider getting some Sidas medium inserts. I put these in all my boots, as they blow the stock footbeds out of the water. No need to spend extra getting custom footbeds, unless you absolutely need custom.

Bindings:

Match your binding flex to your board. There are lots of good bindings to choose from. I generally like Bent Metal, Rome, Union, and Nidecker. I am NOT a fan of recent Burton offerings as the ratchets have had too many reports of coming undone. Here's my list of specific favs in no order:

• Bent Metal Forte - Great starter bindings

• Rome Katana - Great tweakable bindings to get just right with a stiffer flex

• Union Juliette - Another excellent starter/intermediate binding from one of the best binding companies

• Nidecker Supermatics - Step on style, works with any boot, but take some time to learn/dial in. These are what I ride, and it's tough going back to strap in only bindings.

Apparel:

I'm a buy once cry once kind of girl, but also a thrifty shopper! I buy everything from Evo bc they have the best return policy and crazy sales. You can return anything within 365 days if it's unused. There's one in SLC and Seattle, which is where I mostly board. I shop Evo's constant 20-40+% off sales. I HIGHLY recommend buying a size up for the jacket and bibs. It's much cooler to be baggy on the slopes than fitted. Also - since you'll be layering, you want room in your jacket/bibs. If you're unsure, buy both sizes and return the one to Evo that you don't like the fit of. Oh and you get points with Evo for every dollar spent. I have like 6000 points to spend right now...lol. I have a problem, and it's cute snowboard hoodies.

• Shell Bibs -These volcom bibs are the one's I just replaced my Trew's with and they're on sale. And they have the "shit zip" as I've dubbed it. I would not buy bibs that don't have a zipper on the butt for potty breaks. It's invaluable. Find Goretex shell bibs that are 2L or 3L for resorts!

• Shell Jacket - Here's a shell jacket that would work and isn't crazy pricey too that's on sale! Again a 2L goretex shell is perfect for resort riding.

• Helmet - Smith Liberty - this is an awesome helmet with great protection for a killer price....I might have to get a backup. It has both safety things I look for, MIPs and Koryod. Then it also has a ton of vents, which is also important to stay cool.

• Thermal Top (base layer) - Your base layer thermal is what will ultimately keep you warm. You can layer on top of this, and under your jacket shell. I usually just ride in my thermals and my shell jacket. Snowboarding is exercise, and you will sweat if you overcompensate. Once you start sweating, it's game over and you will be miserable. So remove layers the second you start getting warm!

• Thermal Bottoms - - Thermal bottoms are a must, and there are full length and 3/4 options. I like 3/4 for warmer days, and full length for those cold days. I don't wear anything over them aside from my bibs! Bibs stay on all day so no biggie.

• Socks - I highly recommend some THIN snowboarding socks without any padding. Never ever ever wear 2 pairs of socks at once to keep your feet warm. Just blast the inner liners of your boots on the way up the mountain with your cars hot air to warm them up, and slam your feet in while they're still warm. This really helps keep my feet warm all day even in the coldest temps. 2 pairs of socks will make you unstable in your boot, and pack your boot out sooner. It's a bad idea, don't do it.

• Butt diaper -Make sure you get some type of tailbone protector. Never forget it. It's your savior. It's the most important piece of gear for learning next to the helmet. I use demon v2 and just removed all the pads but the tailbone protector. It doesn't seem like it's being sold anymore though.

• Dakine Wristguard Gloves - So much better than gloves + separate wristguards. It's horrible...just get the Dakine gloves with wristguards built in if you're learning.

I want to learn to snowboard on my own/Wanting to fix a riding problem:

Watch Malcom Moore and work on his drills: https://www.youtube.com/@malcolmmoore I find that he has the best teaching content out there bar none. If you are having a specific problem, he probably has a video to address it.

Conclusion:

This isn't a comprehensive list, but more of a guiding starting point and knowledge reference. Feel free to add your own rec's and advice! Hope it helps :)

Has anyone had experience with the epic mountain express in regards to whether or not your board bag gets disgusting? I am taking it soon and they warned me not to put any clothes in the bag, however, I’m looking at pictures and I don’t see bags actually being stored outside of the vehicle. For what it’s worth I am taking the group shuttle, not a private one.

Update: only got a little dirty but it wasn’t wet enough out

Currently riding the 2024 Arbor Cadence Rocker 143 and I’m thinking of upgrading to a camber board to improve on my carving. Im thinking of getting one of these boards, what do you guys think?

-I mostly ride in the Midwest, so mostly fake/icy snow. -I don’t do terrain parks yet, but I can do blue/black runs already. -I weigh 117lbs and im 5’1. Is 143 a good size for me?

Instead of a new post for every single one?

I am 5’7, 125lbs, 7.5 burton boot on a M union binding. i do know my board is way too big it’s a 155, but i’m only learning and my issue right now is control. i can do heel and toe edge perfectly fine and im stopping fine. but when i am toe edge my board is going to riders right (i ride goofy) and when i am heel edge my board is going to riders left, again i ride goofy so going on my left side is chaotic and i usually fall. is this due to lack of board control? or having too big of a board? i’ve been making it down the mountain, i just need to work on carving but constantly headed for the side of the mountain slope is stressing me out lol. any tips and tricks welcomed :)

im ashamed to say i forgot the length of my current board. but im 5'10 and around 130 pounds so I'm not really sure what the optimal board length is for me. i want to be able to ride switch and to practice doing tricks

I just got myself a 149cm Jones twin sister and not sure what bindings/boots combo would be compatible with this board.

Weight: 125lbs Height: 5’7 Shoe size: 7.5 Riding style: All-mountain, groomers, east coast Experience level: Intermediate

Hello! I currently ride a 140cm burton custom small from 2022. I weigh 103 lb and am 4ft 11inches. I bought the board when I was about 112lb.

I tried a 137 cm and 136cm board which both felt great. I was looking into purchasing a new custom small or feel good camber small from burton in the 135cm size. According to the sizing chart the weight range is between 90-120lb for this board and will fit a relflex size small binding (which is what I currently use).

Does anyone have experience using a 135 board? I am worried my shoe size may be too large for the width.

Ive got a snowboard trip coming up and im fairly a newbie, having done it once before. I beed to get some new trousers but damn is it difficult?!?! Im on the larger size and tried a bib but find it doesn't stretch so doesn't give me enough freedom of movement.

I think pants is the way forward for me but im so lost in the minefield!! Do I choose stretch ski pants, softshell, mens? Im based in Netherlands so a lot of the US brands arent available here and to be honest, I cant find a whole lot of snowboard pants at all.

Any advice please?

What are the best impact shorts for snowboarding. I have a pair from rippl but they are kinda bulky. Any other suggestions. I'm still pretty new to the sport and an athletic 52 year old.

I'm trying to find a good freestyle + all mountain board but leans more on the freestyle side. Im about 5'3 and I would say I'm an intermediate rider does anybody have any suggestions?

Hi I’m starting out and want to get a board but have no clue what size to get. I’m 5ft5in and about 145lbs. Any help would be great thank you!!!

I’m an advanced snowboarder, all mountain/free ride back country 💯 when the conditions allow it - in bounds I love charging fast, laying hard carves, and getting swirly in the trees. I’m 5’0 110lbs and love my Lib Tech Dynamiss 142cm but on big pow days I wish I had more float in the nose and wanna get a 145 for that reason - BUT also looking at volume shift boards but don’t wanna sacrifice edge to edge speed in the width. Looking at the Gnu Gremlin they FINALLY made in a 144cm this season (this board is volume shift as well but I obviously can’t size down).

So I guess here is my question - if you ride similar to the style I posted above, what stick is your quiver killing ride, and if you’re comfortable listing your height/weight/snowboard size that would be rad. I don’t want to size up TOO much but I guess looking to see how wide of a size range you ladies ride, and what snowboard you love for fast stability and versatility