Michael_A Posted February 25, 2008 Report Share Posted February 25, 2008 Hello, In my experience board length should be decided by one's weight and riding style (a longer stiffer board favoring a more aggressive style). I am 6'6" but weigh only 165#. Some people think that gives me more leverage so to buy a board based on a heavier weight than what I actually am. Personally, I don't see how a higher COG means I can flex the board more. Anyone out there done any experimentation? I'm in the market for some new equipment but am getting conflicting advice.... Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex1230 Posted February 25, 2008 Report Share Posted February 25, 2008 Board Length depends on a lot of things... I am 6'0, 225lbs, boarding for a long time. I won't touch a board under 170 unless it's a Madd 158... Really, most alpine boarders can be comfortable over a 30cm range. I've ridden (at different points in my life) everything from 155 to 203cm... your height is one factor, but more important is where you are riding and what conditions...then I concentrate more on sidecut than board length... Crowds, steep ice - Madd 158 Average Day - Madd 170 Our west on an uncrowded day - Biggest gun I can find... PS: eat something for god's sake! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueB Posted February 25, 2008 Report Share Posted February 25, 2008 1) Tall also means long legs = wider stance. Shorter boards often have shorter stances, too. 2) Higher CG calls for more length for better logitudinal stability and bigger sweet spot. 3) More edge should offer more support to the CG placed further away from it when inclined. Your weight and aggression should determine the flex, and your height and riding conditions the length. When the flex is out for my weight/skill, I find the longer is easier then shorter. I also agree with Tex, about 30cm range is ok. I ride the boards from 159cm to 192cm. I'm 6' 185lbs. About 170 is my a sweet spot for allround goofing. Boris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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