FabSwingers.com forum: Snowboarders

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Pretty much a novice boarder but I'm not enjoying the hire boots that God knows how many pairs of sweaty feet have been in!!!

Need some advice on what boots and how much to spend on a basic but good quality pair of snowboard boots.

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Depends which bindings you have. If you're a novice, something soft and easy to manoeuvre in is best. Quick pull or boa systems are easiest. Thirty two and K2 are good, but you need to try them on in store before buying cos it depends on your shape and stance.

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Depends which bindings you have. If you're a novice, something soft and easy to manoeuvre in is best. Quick pull or boa systems are easiest. Thirty two and K2 are good, but you need to try them on in store before buying cos it depends on your shape and stance. "

Been boarding on and off for about a year and not coughed up the cash for my own board and bindings as yet so just been hiring them.

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Been boarding on and off for about a year and not coughed up the cash for my own board and bindings as yet so just been hiring them. "

Some shops offer a foot profiling service. Sounds silly, but it ensures they fit properly.

Also some boots require compatible bindings (Rei do this) so stay away from them if you're renting a board.

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Ideal. Thanks I'll have a shop about down at the local snowfactor