Keopele

Thanks for your replies everyone. So I guess now I have to decide between the 169 and 174 4x4. Im having trouble deciding between the two. I'm from the Toronto area so perhaps the 9.5m radius on the 169 would be more fitting to riding around here? Would I outgrow the 169 though as I progress? I hope to keep the board as I get better and progress my skills so maybe the 174 would be better? The suggestion about getting boots/bindings first is a good idea. Perhaps I'll look for deals this spring. So far, I think I will get TD2s on yellow bumpers but am unsure about SI or Standard. It seems that each has its short comings. Is one set up better for a lightish (150-5 pounds) learning rider? And I was thinking the Track 225 boots since my feet are narrow, I'm fairly light and learning. I read on a different thread that the 225 offers a more surfy feel/style. I think my style may end up surfy because I surf as well, and that is what got me interested in snowboard carving. Would anyone suggest getting the 325 instead? Thanks again for the responses

Hi Everyone, I've been reading through the forum for a few weeks now and have done some reading over at carversalmanac as well. I'm saving my money to get on a carving set up ASAP (hopefully next season), but incase something suited to me comes up in the classifieds, I thought I should be ready. After reading as much as I can about what board would be good for me to start out on, I've got my heart set on a Prior 4WD, but am not sure what length would be good for me. I'm hoping if I give some stats on me, some of you could offer your suggestions about what length board would be good for me, and if you have any other suggestions, that would be great. I'm 6'0 and 155 pounds with size 9 street shoes I've been riding an Atomic Dreamraider 165cm (decent BX board) board with low end soft boots/binding for 1.5 seasons. On groomed runs, I can 'carve' (not skid anyway) turns comfortably on easy blue runs. In choppy/bumpy conditions or on steep blacks, I can't really carve well and cant hold speed confidently while trying to make nice turns. I am really looking forward to getting on a carving set up and improving my technique. Do you think the 4wd will suit me well for learning and progressing? What length do you suggest? Thanks for all your help.