The amazing thing about this forum is wealth of info available, not just about the s2000 but just about anything else. In the past, I've gotten great advice on topics ranging from drum sets and guitar amps to anti-virus software and cell phones.

Now the latest - snow boards. The boy has been skiing for several years and this year, decided to give snow boarding a whirl. Of course, he loved it so I'm now thinking about buying him the equipment. But I have no idea whats good, whats bad, whats needed and whats fluff. So I come to you, the wise people of off-topic, for advice. The boy is 15 and a moderately good skier. Cleveland isn't known for our hills and most of his time will be spent at the local ski hill, which isn't much. But several larger hills in western NY are an easy day trip. I don't want competition-quality but also don't want junk. Finally, common sense would say that now (end of season) is a good time to buy, true?

Thanks in advance.

 

www.the-house.com

biggest, most reasonable place you are going to find everything you need. You will need a board, boots and bindings at the very least... they offer all of this in packages on the site. I do not wear a helmet but would recommend a helmet and a good pair of anti fog goggles as well as a stomp for his board (its a rubber mat you put on your board to put your foot on when not strapped in). As far as pricing.... stay away from Lamar boards, 24/7 and LTD... They are junk. And although cheaper they won't last you long. You should be able to get a good price on Burton, K2, solomon, 5150, forum or capita boards which are all decent brands. There is a sizing chart on the website that will tell you the proper board size for his height and weight. Look to spend around $400-$500 for a decent board, boots and bindings together.

 

Do they have sportmart up there? They are clearanceing a lot of good stuff. I've used lots of different stuff. When I decided to upgrade a friend who is a sponsored boarder told me, no matter what you can never go wrong with Burton.

I like flow bindings, though you will hear mixed reviews about them.

Make sure you get him good boots. Boots make all the difference. Uncomfortable boots will ruin your boarding.

 

I got all my gear through backcountry.com when they were having a 50% off end of season sale. I have all burton gear and have been very satisfied with it.

 

Also tell him to watch for butt rape lifts.

 

ah so THAT is why YOU go Raj

 

Bumping this up with some thanks for the suggestions, very helpful (except for that ski lift sign . . . ouch).

 

 

Been ridiung for years and always go with Burton, expensive maybe but great quality and backed up very well. Your son probably has his mind made up on what's cool too...

do this wait a few more weeks and hit up an end of season sale, that are head to the mountains to watch the leaves change people always have tent sales before the season too.

 

i prefer spikes. the mats don't do a real good job. i always slip off them. i got a set of plastic/rubber ones and i grip like no other. i can almost go without the bindings.