Terzsian Posted February 1, 2012 Report Share Posted February 1, 2012 Hi guys, I've been using a soft board for like, 10 or so years, but now I am thinking of switching to alpine, frankly because of carving, duh... So, I'd like to get my hands on something cheap before investing a bigger amount of money in a brand new equipment. Please, give me some advice whether the below stuff would be good for my purposes (getting the taste of "real" carving compared to soft; improving technique). I've found this deal in my country: http://www.expressz.hu/sport/snowboard/deszka/hirdetes-29921546/ The board length is 172 cm, no additional info. The board, binding and boots are for app. USD 170 (let's assume the stuff is in good condition). I'm 180 cm tall and 70 kg. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonny Posted February 1, 2012 Report Share Posted February 1, 2012 Üdvözöljük! It's a good deal if the boots fit well. That boot is really pretty soft which will be a hindrance as you become more skilled but may be helpful now. That board is a good one but fairly narrow even for an Alpine board, so it'll be a large adjustment to make. Ideally I'd want to suggest a slightly shorter, wider and softer board, and slightly stiffer and more supportive boots, but it certainly seems a fair price and will get you carving quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terzsian Posted February 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 22, 2012 Hi! Thank you for your comment, and sorry for my late reply. Well, I bought the stuff and had the chance to try it out this weekend. Hmm... I enjoyed it very much. Considering the board, the largest ajustment for me to cope with is its length, especially on too steep slopes. The boots are Ok, however a little bit small so my first investment will be to replace them, but they will be Ok for this season. The board and the bindings themselves worth the money. In overall I'am really pleased. Could you please tell the significance of the board being fairly narrow? And also, why would you suggest a slightly shorter, wider and softer board? Thanks again. �dv�z�lj�k!It's a good deal if the boots fit well. That boot is really pretty soft which will be a hindrance as you become more skilled but may be helpful now. That board is a good one but fairly narrow even for an Alpine board, so it'll be a large adjustment to make. Ideally I'd want to suggest a slightly shorter, wider and softer board, and slightly stiffer and more supportive boots, but it certainly seems a fair price and will get you carving quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carvedog Posted February 22, 2012 Report Share Posted February 22, 2012 If the boot shell is not too small for your foot, you might be well served with new liners in the same shell. I couldn't find the listing so I don't know what you have, but softer boots aren't too bad....until you start over flexing them and then they break and you are done anyway. Thermoflex liners could be reheated and remolded to a new shell as you progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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