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#1 ·
Hey guys, decided to take the leap from skiing to snowboarding. Going to give it my first attempt this weekend.

A little about myself, I'm a 37 year old Canadian, 6'4', 220lbs. I know I should probably rent equipment first, but I'm opting to buy used as it's $30+ each time to rent and I don't plan on giving up after my first try.

I was hoping for some input from the community as to what type and size of board I should be starting out on.

I've done some searching on my local used goods for sale sites and have come across the following boards and bindings I am thinking of picking up.

Sims FS400WD Austria series 156cm w/ UpLink bindings
Elan Spectra 65 162cm w/ Liquid bindings
Ride National Series 163cm w/ Ride bindings
Deeluxe LDX59 158cm w/ Ride bindings
LTD 163cm (not sure of series as poster hasn't replied back yet) w/ LTD bindings

I plan to do mainly just mountain runs with the possibility of progressing to the odd jump here and there. Park time may come later if I get hooked.

Thanks in advance and I look forward to reading up on all things board!!
 
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#2 ·
I'd would definitely rent, Why invest in equipt when you don't even know what you want out of it in terms of feel and ride. however im 6-2 210 and i ride a 165cm. Also you may only be able to use a wide board due to shoe size. Seasonal rentals are about 100.00 fo board boots and bindings
 
#3 ·
Thx for the advice Mike. I can buy packages for the same cost, so my thought was to purchase, give it a few gos and if I don't like it re-sell the stuff for what I paid (or close to that).

I'm not a quitter so I am hoping I like it and could get a season or two out of the gear before buying new.
 
#7 ·
I just started and used the same logic. At $30 a day for rental, after three or four days I'm better off buying. Plus I'm gearoholic.

I still recommend you start by buying the boots. I got really lucky and found some 32 Lashed in my size that were almost new for less than $60. But you don't want to be cheap on the boots. Plus, if you need a size 12 or larger you may need a wide board.
 
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