What kind of snowboard should a beginner get?

The best flex for a beginner is soft or medium-to-soft (1,2,3 or 4 out of 10). The reason for this is that a flex that is on the softer side is easier to maneuver and manipulate, particularly at slower speeds.

What size snowboard should I get beginner?

If you are a beginner you might go with a 155-157 and if you are a dedicated free-rider then you might bump it up to 162, 163 or 164. Go through the charts below and select the table that fits your height and then scan across until you find your weight.

How much should a beginner spend on a snowboard?

$300-500
You should expect to spend $300-500 on your first high-quality, new snowboard. However, if you watch for sales or gently used boards, you can often find deals that bring the cost down significantly. You’ll need to plan for additional costs, such as bindings and boots, as well.

Is 40 too old to learn to snowboard?

Learning to snowboard at 40 You can learn to snowboard, and even ride park at 40 if you take the proper measures off the mountain. At a big air competition in high school, there was a 40 year old snowboarder who was throwing down backside rodeos.

Is it difficult to learn snowboarding?

Snowboarding isn’t the most difficult sport in the world, but it does take some perseverance to carry on and get through the stage of falling over a lot in the first few days. Try not to get frustrated and understand that all the guys rushing past you have experienced the same problems while they were learning.

Are flat snowboards good for beginners?

Flat/Zero Profile There is no camber as it is flat between the contact points. As a result, this type of board provides a good middle ground and stable ride. It’s not too aggressive and can be good for beginners as a result. However, it can also be prone to catching an edge like Traditional Camber snowboards.

Is 35 too old to learn to snowboard?

What’s the cut-off age for starting to ski or snowboard? The answer is simple: you can take up—and keep—skiing or boarding at any age! You can never be too “over the hill.”