How much bigger should a powder board be?

You want a longer (and preferably rockered) board to allow the nose of the board to float above the deep powder snow. Upsize 1-2cm for rockered powder boards and 2-6cm for cambered powder boards.

What size Burton Snowboard do I need?

Men’s Burton Snowboard Size Chart

What to look for in a snowboard sizing guide?

If not, we encourage you to read through this sizing guide to help clear up any confusion you may have on your snowboard sizes debate. To determine proper snowboard sizes that you will need you must look at three separate variables: boot size (snowboard waist width), weight, and the type of snowboard you will be purchasing/using.

How big is a 152cm freestyle snowboard?

A 152cm Freestyle board may not be manufactured in a 155cm, thus the 152 would be the length you would use. A freestyle board is also commonly referred to as a “Twin Tip” snowboard. This means that the dimensions are identical (or very close) for both the tip and tail of the snowboard.

What is the formula for snowboard board size?

The formula is as follows: Your Height (in inches) X 2.54 X 0.88 = Your Recommended Board Length. While this formula may seem like the absolute answer because it involves numbers, math and a bit of homework, it doesn’t mean you’re stuck with the number you get as a result.

What kind of profile does a snowboard have?

Camber is the most traditional snowboard profile. The process of de-cambering the board (flattening out the profile arc (camber) with the rider’s weight during a turn) loads the board with energy the rider can then “release” to initiate and “snap” into the next turn.