Due to the pliable construction of the snowboard, it will flex as you execute turns and maneuvers on the mountain slope. Top-rated snowboards feature a thin wooden core that provides flexibility, pop and strength. The flex of the snowboard varies based on the specific riding discipline, according to the snowboarding experts at REI. While you will need to break in your new snowboard boots, the board itself comes ready to ride. Perform a few tests to ensure the snowboard's flexibility accommodates your riding style.
Step 1
Lower your snowboard onto a carpeted floor. Insert your feet into your snowboarding boots and tighten the laces. Align your left boot into the corresponding binding of the snowboard.
Step 2
Tighten the binding's toe strap around the front of your snowboard boot. Fasten the remaining straps to secure your boot in place. Repeat the process with your right snowboarding boot.
Step 3
Lean forward onto your lead foot to lift the tail of the snowboard off the carpet. Hop on your lead foot to bend the nose of the snowboard. Repeat the process to test the flexibility of the board.
Step 4
Shift your body weight onto your back foot to balance on the tail of the snowboard. Hop on your back foot to bend the tail. Repeat the process to examine the flex of the board.
Step 5
Opt for a stiffer snowboard if you enjoy navigating the ungroomed trails of a backcountry terrain. Select a board with increased flexibility to aid in freestyle tricks on terrain park obstacles and half pipe ramps.
Tips and Warnings
- Perform this flexibility test at a snowboard shop prior to purchasing the board.
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