What flex should my bindings be?

The flex of your snowboard bindings should be appropriate to your ability level and the terrain you ride. It should also match the flex in your boots. Flex levels of bindings vary based on your skill level and preferred terrain. Most riders choose soft to medium flex, while racers choose stiff flex.

Can I use a womens snowboard?

As long as your weight is within the recommended ranges and your feet fit on it you can ride whatever you want. The snowboard doesn’t know your sex, its a snowboard.

How do you know if a binding is left or right?

You can tell the difference between your left and right bindings by the direction of the curve, just like with a shoe. You can also look at the straps on the bindings: the straps start on the inside and buckle on the outside of your feet.

Do snowboards get more flexible over time?

The more you ride, the more flexible the board becomes. Longer, firmer boards are less flexible than shorter boards because they are for heavier people, but you can break them in just the same and end up with similar flexibility as a shorter board if you board enough. Buy a softer board.

Do snowboards lose their pop?

It’s also been my experience that boards don’t really lose their pop with time (though top sheets or sidewalls can get brittle). Storage has nothing/very little to do with (unless you’re talking extreme conditions with constant UV exposure and extreme temperatures). Boards mostly break down from usage.

Does snowboard gender matter?

The major differences though come down to width, flex and weight. Women usually have smaller feet than men, meaning the waists of their boards can be made narrower, and are therefore easier to turn….Buying Guide for Snowboards.

Are snowboards gender specific?

Like any other sport, there is no gender discrimination when it comes to snowboarding. Both men and women can participate. It is true that there is no restriction in terms of gender; however, when it comes to snowboards for boys and girls, there are some differences.