Does size really matter?

[snowpup]

I'm interested in purchasing a set of skiboards, but am confused about what length to go with. I will be using mostly groomed trails and some parks with jumps. I am 5'8" tall and weigh under 125 lbs. I am fairly new to the sport, but have done skiing and snowboarding before. I don't know if I should stick with the Snowjam 75's or go with a longer 90. What are the advantages/disadvantages to each size??:confused:

[guigui]

girls sometimes say that size doesn't matter ...

[Greco]

that's a helpful answer to a newbie's questions guigui.

the advantage to longer boards are you'll be able to go faster with more control and when you're carving at high speeds your edges are less likely to chatter out from under you. for jumping and powder riding longer/wider is better for landing and floating. the disadvantage to longer boards is they are a bit less maneuverable and if you use non release bindings some people are aprehensive and worry about hurting themselves. the advantages of shorter boards are really just the opposite of those two, more maneuverable and some people feel safer using non release bindings on them.

please don't hesitate to ask more questions.

Greco

[PureVenom]

Hmmm...with that said G. Am I going to lose a huge amount of maneuverability on the MNP's vs. my Five-o's? As far as park riding goes?

[Greco]

nope for park you'll fare better but for moguls you'll have to concentrate a bit more.

g

[pretty_eyes]

Originally posted by guigui
girls sometimes say that size doesn't matter ...


Size does matter. Especiallt the size of a guys "coin purse".