Why is skiboard sizing recommended by a persons height?

[Aqua]

I am just wondering why so much emphasis on a persons height when recommending the proper size.

Is this just a general estimate type thing?

I see on the snowboard online website each board has a height recommendation vs. release or non release bindings. I don't really understand this. What does height have to do with the type of binding one uses?

I have pretty much only snowboarded and the general thing people seem to go by now is weight... longer board if you weigh more.. nothing to do with your height directly, to allow you have a smoother ride when going fast etc.
(Not counting really tall people who have huge feet)

Of course smaller is always better if you are into freestyle but I am referring to beginners who ask about what size board to get.

Thanks!

[Manlenium]

Has to do with the leg injuries that are incurred when a rider is shorter then the bindings allow. Or "recommended"

The shorter rider just has a higher probabilty of getting injured.

Here is a thread about it...

http://www.sbol.ws/vbulletin/upload/showthread.php?threadid=3923

[SkaFreak]

Yup, basically the ratio of the length of skis to the height of the person will affect how likely it is to have the boards not roll if you roll, which results in nasty things like spiral fractures. In snowboarding it is still partially based on height. I know when I used to board, and still when I see some people rent boards, they usually try to get a board that is about up to your chin, more if you're heavy or riding powder, and less if you're a park rat.

[Aqua]

Originally posted by SkaFreak
Yup, basically the ratio of the length of skis to the height of the person will affect how likely it is to have the boards not roll if you roll, which results in nasty things like spiral fractures. In snowboarding it is still partially based on height. I know when I used to board, and still when I see some people rent boards, they usually try to get a board that is about up to your chin, more if you're heavy or riding powder, and less if you're a park rat.

Yea, thats more for a rough estimate, but weight is overall more important factor for going fast, I mean when you test a board or whatever they aren't going to have scales out there as each person comes in to test a board, lol.

Ok that makes sense anyways thanks for the replies.

[rob12]

we dont question Greco round here.

[Greco]

you can question me, i don't mind. i always answer truthfully so i don't have to remember lies. i hate HAVING to remember anything. i'd rather memory just happen naturally..in with the good, out with the bad.

g

[Greco]

oh and the height recommendations are for safety, it's definitely advisable to marry shorter boards with a shorter person when using non release bindings.

g

[Manlenium]

Originally posted by Greco
oh and the height recommendations are for safety, it's definitely advisable to marry shorter boards with a shorter person when using non release bindings.

g

Just make sure you are in love first....:D

[snowpimp]

Height and weight are great measures but what about the length of a persons legs in relation to his overall height. In my case my legs are short and my trunck is average. I'm 5'6" and 150 pounds but my inseam measurement is only about 24 inches. And you guys thought that buying Jeans was hard. Anyway, I think that is why I favor the skiboards over the long skis. My legs are just too damn short. So in my situation, what would be the ideal length boards? I currently ride 99.9cm SnowBlades. Thanks, Bill

[nate]

BWP's would be a good over-all choice, but you might find you like something shorter for more maneuverabilty or, if you're mostly into all mountain aand some powder you could try some revolts. It depends some on your favorite style of riding, but any of the boards will serve you well.

[mctwist311]

nate hit it what kinda riding you do...

[snowpimp]

mctwist,

OK, here's how and what I like to do.

I mostly "edge". At least that's what I call it. I pick a very narrow line and stick to it unless I build up too much speed for the conditions (people and obstacles). I keep my blades parallel and close to each other(about 2" max. or less) and edge them back and forth. The glide and resulting speed is just great. I also like to do bumps as long as they're not too deep. I have two different styles of doing bumps. One is short turning jumps with the boards parallel and the other is more edging while alternating left and right boards for and aft. I also like to do steeps. On the steeps I have to transverse quite a bit. I usually don't do the parks except for the jumps. I still work full time and can't afford a serious spill that may put me out of commission for a couple weeks. I've never been on any other skiboards, just the blades and I consider myself very advanced. I rarely see anyone on skiboards with my level. I basically can keep up with the big boy skiers and in most cases outrun them on moderately steep slopes. On something less steep, I do tend to loose speed. Regards, Bill

[nate]

Mmm, I'd probably recommend the BWPs, but the difference isn't huge. The tanshos might turn a bit tighter, the BWP's would be a bit faster and more stable, but not a huge difference. Both will be considerably faster than your blades, both will be much more stable, and both will give you an amazing ride.

check the pics about half way down
this page (http://www.sbol.ws/vbulletin/upload/showthread.php?s=&threadid=4073&perpage=15&highlight=tanshos%20bwp&pagenumber=2)
also, you might be interested in reading that particular discussion from the start, it has some good advice and tips.