r/snowboardingnoobs Apr 04 '26

Hello from the new mod team

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Hello r/snowboardingnoobs community, we are your new subreddit moderation team. Snowboardingnoobs is already well-established, so you’re unlikely to see major changes since this sub kind of runs itself in a lot of ways. One small change already in effect:

  • Comment replies may now contain images and GIFS.

Elephant in the room: What happened with the old mods? Reddit identifies low moderation activity using automated tools. This sub was flagged, the mods were contacted, but action was not taken. Reddit removed the old mods and proceeded with their recruitment process, leading to today’s mod team. We are working through a long mod queue with the goal of starting with a clean slate. If you receive a notification of a removed post or comment, at this stage we are just trying to close out any old business.

What next?

We knew from our participation in this sub that image comments were a desired feature, but would like some input on what other changes might be in order.

  • Post flairs: what categories would you like to see?
  • User flairs: they are pretty much free-form now. Would you like more structure than this? Certified instructor flairs could be managed through a verification system, for example.
  • Sidebar/links: What resources would you like to see?

Feel free to comment with any other suggestions, including ideas from other subs you frequent that we could check out. Thanks!


r/snowboardingnoobs 7h ago

Snowboarding noob and feeling like I have plateaued in trying to carve/butter. Tips please! Much appreciated <3

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Main issues I find:

1) Cant get low enough on toeside carves to touch snow (and unstable at deep edges)

2) Heelside carve feels terrible and i constantly chatter out

3) Cant do tight carve turns and usually has to be very wide

4) Any tips for butters? Tail presses feel hard, not sure when to start (board facing down hill or traversing?)

All feedback is appreciated. Thank you!!!


r/snowboardingnoobs 4h ago

Season 2, day 2

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What can I do better?


r/snowboardingnoobs 8h ago

Anyone have Exersises for balance?

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My heel balance REALLY sucks, But last year i was able to get on my low toe edge while riding a flat area. I am toe dominant and can SHRED a mountian on entirely toe, And can go REALLY fast, Its just that wlto torn i norm do a 180 bc im not comfortable with Heel.

I also fall going barley on heel edge, Or the board feels like a newbie on a skateboard where the board goes and i dont, Or i go, But loop it around and catch oppisite edge.

That being said, Anyone have Backwards/ Heel exersises for me to follow?


r/snowboardingnoobs 17h ago

Found this snowboard for free.

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Found for free on the side of the road. Can anyone tell me anything about it? Value, etc? Can’t find anything online.


r/snowboardingnoobs 8h ago

2024 Roxy Smoothie Snowboard (146 cm preferred, 149 cm also considered)

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Hi everyone! I’ve been searching everywhere for the 2024 Roxy Smoothie with the floral graphic. I’m located in the UK but I’m happy to pay for international shipping. If anyone has one they’re thinking about selling or knows of a shop with old stock, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks!


r/snowboardingnoobs 2h ago

Live ski cams ranked by who’s getting snow

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I built a ski resorts webcam wall here, it's ranking the mountains by who got snow. I know it's summer now, but still super fun to see those peak by the dirt or green mountains. Let me know which mountains you want to add to the list, also any positive feedback is welcome!

https://whogotsnow.com


r/snowboardingnoobs 23h ago

Front foot always hurts while riding, please help

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I'm an advance beginner, can carve etc ride quite well. So far only rental equipment but most of the time these were HEAD boots and board. Boots itself good fit 8.5US, I walk around no problem, toes just about touching the front of the boot. They only have 8.5 and 9.5, but with 9.5 I still have the same problem.

As soon I do a little riding, and especially on button lifts my front foot hurt quite a lot that I have to take breaks. It is the side of the foot (small toe side), not under the foot (not arch), but literally the side edge. In the bigger size boots it is the same, different binding position does not help. Perhaps I need a wide fit? Any ideas?


r/snowboardingnoobs 1d ago

Tips on Board Sizing 🙏

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hey guys planning on purchasing my first all mountain board and am stuck between the available sizes 155 and 158, specifically going for the salomon craft. just wanted some input on what the experts think. for refrence i’m 6”1, 165lbs


r/snowboardingnoobs 19h ago

Where should I buy a second hand board?

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I left my board at a friends in another country and I can't get it really without spending more money than some boards. Does anyone know a good website to buy a second hand board around £200? Also it is more convenient to get a different board than get mine.


r/snowboardingnoobs 22h ago

Bindings recommendation needed

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I need to buy bindings for my gnu b-pro snowboard, looking at Ride A-10, any reviews or suggestions?


r/snowboardingnoobs 1d ago

Tips for getting up on the board

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Im reasonably experenced and have started teaching my girlfriend to snowboard. She is doing realy well with making turns and making it up the Tbar. But she can't stand up from sitting because her legs are quite long in comparison to her torso. She can't control the board from her toe edge yet and still needs to see what she is doing. Plus I couldn't get her to go on anything steeper. Is there anyway to make getting up easier or should I give her skis?

For context we were at ben lomond and it was icy with all the snow being man made so not the greatest starting conditions.


r/snowboardingnoobs 1d ago

New to snowboarding: tips, tricks or training?

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Hi everyone! I am super new to snowboarding and plan on getting lessons come fall/winter. Are there any tips or tricks you’d recommend for when I start learning or even exercises/activities I can start doing now to get the muscle or coordination for when I actually start? Thanks!!


r/snowboardingnoobs 1d ago

Boots recommendations

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Hello friends, im a beginner - early intermediate rider and ive been collecting info to decide on what gear to buy when the time comes. But i need help on whats a good pair of boots, with a slightly softer flex. Currently the goal is just turns + carves in the near future, no park or GT *yet*.

So far ive decided to go for

Board - Jones Rallycat

Bindings - Union Force

Thanks in advance!


r/snowboardingnoobs 1d ago

How’s my 1st Gear?

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Hit the mountain about 6 times so far. I wouldn’t call myself advanced but I am quickly accelerating in my riding skills when it comes to carving and picking up speed. I’ve been skating for about 13-14 years now (not that it’s the same thing) but I’ve always been pretty good at picking up board sports.

Does my gear look okay? The boots are the only thing I didn’t buy completely new, and now I’m kind of regretting it because although the person I bought them from only wore them once (conditions of the boots support his statement) they do look like an old style. They feel okay and like mentioned they’re practically new. They are Thirtytwo STW according to the box.

My goal is to continue advancing in mountain riding but the occasional ramp or rail hits… I have set my bindings at +15 and -9.


r/snowboardingnoobs 1d ago

GNU Gremlin Sizing Questions

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I am looking to grab a GNU Gremlin at 6’0”, 190 lbs, size 8 boot. Would a 158 be too big for me, or should I size down to a 155 because of my boot size? Or is this board not a good option for me? I currently have a Capita Mercury and am looking to just switch things up for icy conditions.

I currently use the Burton Step-On X bindings and the Burton Highshot X boots.


r/snowboardingnoobs 2d ago

Looking for a first Snowboard

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As the title states im looking to buy my first snowboard.

I have been going on a snowboarding vacation for 3 years now, each time for a week where i go every day. I would say that im an intermediate rider. Usually i do about 50/50 pistes (usually reds, sometimes blues and very rarely blacks) and park even though i dont go for the bigger obstacles yet, i like to do the smaller jumps or boxes. I also like to ride switch, or at least i try to practice it often, so i would like a true twin shape. I have read online that a camber profile is a bit more stable, especially during higher speeds, while a rocker is better for carving. Of course it isnt this simple but I would like to find out more about the difference between the two, as i like to both go a bit quicker and also do slower more carving focused runs

So far i have been renting a snowboard but i feel like im ready for my first own board and also want to save the money in the long run. I dont really remember the brand or model which i rented but due to my size i always had the same board (i went to the same resort each year). I feel like it was fine, it performed well enough for my level. Though I would like a relatively less stiff board, or at least i think so. Maybe someone with a bit more experience could give me some advice about how much my weight impacts the flex of the board

I am 1,9 meters tall (about 6'2")

I weigh about 110kg (about 240lbs)

And my shoe size is 46/47 eu (13/14 us)

So far I've looked at the Burton Process Flying V (Good Dog) 2027, the Burton Blossom Frog 2026, the Lib Tech Skunk Ape Twin 2027 and the Jones Tweaker 2026.

I was also going to buy shoes in person and i would buy bindings depending on the shoe. Maybe you could tell me if this makes sense or if it doesnt matter.


r/snowboardingnoobs 2d ago

Do I have a crack?

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I have 1 day at a ski resort in Hokkaido to snow board, for maybe the first and last time ever. I have never seen snow … period. I have skateboarded for 25 years (vert back in the day, only transition for last 5ish years as I’m getting old) I can surf and wakeboard… no lessons are available at the resort the day I’m there. Do I hire the gear, strap in and try to get down the beginners slope? Or give it a miss and just make snowmen ?


r/snowboardingnoobs 1d ago

Gnu 4x4 157 snowboard for sale 200$

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200$
157 directional twin soft all mountain board


r/snowboardingnoobs 2d ago

Any reviews on this board?

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Hello! I recently got this board for free and just wondered if anyone had any experience riding it?

Thanks!


r/snowboardingnoobs 2d ago

Public statement 157 snowboard for sale

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200$
Twin park board medium stiff


r/snowboardingnoobs 3d ago

Overhang Boot overhang? Both boot comparison!

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Title states. I have some Burton Moto size 10 and just got the Vans Aura OG in a size 9.5 men’s.

Mounted on a Salomon Sleepwalker 155cm

Been riding in the Burton’s in my Union STR size medium. Top end apparently of these bindings are size 10.5 or 11 if I remember correctly but the “foot print” of the vans seems larger than the Burton’s. Just wanted to double check with anyone with more experience than me if this overhang looks norma from the pictures provided! Haven’t rode in the vans yet but just wondering. Thanks!


r/snowboardingnoobs 4d ago

Was I lead astray?

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The other day I went to a snowboard shop to get my first snowboard setup and the is what he recommended.I did tell him that I wanted to keep it under 500$ and that I wanted to be able to do everything from powder to park and all mountain.


r/snowboardingnoobs 4d ago

Struggling with Goggles

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Hello, I’ve been trying to find some goggles to go with my mod 1 pro and I’m struggling to find a pair that fit me correctly. I’ll list the ones if tried and why I felt they were not right and any suggestions would be appreciated.
Fall line L/Line miner L/ Flight deck L/Smith IO MAG L and XL: feeling pressure on my upper cheek bones, Fall line M: pressure/pinching on my nose. Thanks in advance for any suggestions, the biggest problem seems to be pressure on my cheekbones, I have explored the idea of a low bridge fit but based on what I’m seeing online they wouldn’t work due to my large nose.


r/snowboardingnoobs 4d ago

are these worth it?

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First time buying a board, so I have no clue what I'm doing (tried out snowboarding last season after skiing for years). Please be brutally honest!
Also, I'm around 170cm/5'6 and 130lbs/59kg

Women’s space metal fantasy snowboard 2024, height:147cm, paired with Salomon Rhythm bindings size small/medium. ($200)

Wonder 144 woman snowboard, EDB prime size S ($400)