Carp Posted October 31, 2008 Report Share Posted October 31, 2008 My daughter now 8 has been riding since she was 5 with some jr plates and a ski boots. She's been doing really well, but has out grown her current set up. I'd like to keep the next set up affordable. I was looking at various softie set ups which are affordable but I'm not sure how she'll take to the slop. She's a size 2 but I was "thinking" of going to a 3 in a boot so she can use them for more than one season. I'm not sure what length of board to get her as she's a pretty tall 2nd grader. She gets mistaken for being in 4th grade. Any suggestions or input from the forum that has always been so friendly and helpful? If by chance anyone has any hard boot gear in this range let me know that too. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yyzcanuck Posted October 31, 2008 Report Share Posted October 31, 2008 We've had good feedback and results selling the DONEK Pilot boards to customers looking for an affordable board that truly works for the lighter riders. Check with Sean on this but... I'd look at the Pilot 147, 152, or 157 depending on her weight and ability to control the board. Keep in mind, the odd sized boards (147, 157) have a wider waist than the even sized (152) board. Something to consider when looking at her boot length & angles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boarderboy Posted October 31, 2008 Report Share Posted October 31, 2008 They're adjustable in size - three distinct sizes - with 3-size adjustability in each of the three. The trio therefore cover a 9-size range. I think they're two-buckle and probably great for free-carving youngsters. Googled em recently and found a couple of discount sources. If I can get my 12-year-old son interested in hardbooting, I'm definitely gonna check out the Roces. Good Luck, and if you try 'em, any feedback would be appreciated. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carp Posted October 31, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2008 I did some basic calculations and I think she should be in a board about 125-135 cm. Keep the feedback coming, I appreciate it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tex1230 Posted October 31, 2008 Report Share Posted October 31, 2008 check chris klug's site - I think he had some shorter FP's and UP's for really cheap...if you have 3-hole binders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gecko Posted October 31, 2008 Report Share Posted October 31, 2008 I have a 151 Crazy Creek I could part with for $50 plus shipping it's nearly new (6 nights of riding) and not likely to get used again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketman Posted November 2, 2008 Report Share Posted November 2, 2008 I have a Mistral Pace that my son has outgrown. Its in good shape - actually bought new 2 years ago. posted in "for sale http://www.bomberonline.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=22072 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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