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Lauren B.
Paddler // Snowboarder // Climber // Backpacker
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Stomping Grounds:
Maine, Everywhere Else, and Mostly Upstate New York
Rankings 
- #66 of 719 - Snowboard Boots
- #127 of 968 - Snowboards
- #130 of 1,401 - Helmets
- #145 of 1,109 - Winter Packs
- #174 of 636 - Overnight Backpacks (2000 - 2999 cu in)
- #208 of 331 - Hydration
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Burton Mint Snowboard Boot - Women's
January 2, 2009
Usually when I size boots I go smaller. I wouldn't try on your boots with the thickest pair of socks you have, because the boot is going to blow out as it gets worn. When I'm trying on boots, I go with what is comfortably tight with just liners because then I know that when my boot does blow out, socks can help me keep the boot fitting longer. It really all depends on the manufacturer, as I am sure you know no one sizes their shoes the same way. Just make sure that your entire foot has good contact with the boot and that there aren't any uncomfortable pressure points or spaces between your foot and the boot. Ensure there isn't any heel lift and that while you can feel your toes at the end of the boot, you can still wiggle them.
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Red Mutiny Helmet
November 17, 2008
Most gogs are designed to fit most helmets. Is your helmet really old or really big?This helmet does not seem too bulky, you should be fine. Beware of the brim lip though.I have found that most goggles fit this helmet. I have worn zeals on it, and they were a little tight. I have Giro now and it is a great fit. Luckily, the brim helps had any gap you may get. Be careful of the goggle clip though, because mine fell off the first day. I haven't had any problems with my goggles falling off without it though.
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DAKINE Heli Pro 20L Winter Pack - 1200cu in
November 17, 2008
The moon gets really really cold, and really really hot. not much atmosphere. so uh, it depends. planning on taking a trip?True. The moon does have some crazy temperatures. The shoulder strap is meant to keep your camelback tube insulated. If it doesn't camelback does make bladders with an insulated tube and nozzle, so they don't freeze which could easily go into the pack. Just be sure to suck all the water out of the nozzle after you lock the flow valve, because it might still freeze. I could totally take one to the moon. Without a doubt.
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DAKINE Heli Pro 20L Winter Pack - 1200cu in
November 17, 2008
I think that the Heli Pro 20L would fit your frame better, and I'm pretty sure the shoulder straps and hip straps are the same. The Baker pack is only 16 liters though, so I really think it may be too small for you. I like the horizontal board carry of the Heli Pro too. Good for short hikes, and makes an awesome make-shift butt pad. :)
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K2 Va Va Voom Snowboard - Women's
November 17, 2008
I rode this board last year, and to me it was like driving a Cadillac. I found it to be pretty stiff, although that contributed to it's awesome pop in the long run. The board is also a lot wider than I am used to so that contributes to it's boat-y feelings as well. Overall I would say it is about a 7 or an 8.
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ThirtyTwo The Lashed Snowboard Boot - Women's
September 6, 2008
I actually found that my boots pack out quickly, probably depending on how much you ride...so i buy my boots a little small. I wear a 6.5 street shoe and I bought a size 5 thirtytwo. They were tight for a few days, but once I got used to them they never packed out too big. I still love them and I have almost 300 days on them
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Burton Feelgood ES Snowboard - Women's
September 6, 2008
I think that increasing the size of your board by 9cm would be a very drastic difference. Also, you won't weigh enough to really control the board. Remember, hieght makes no difference, just weight. I'm 110 pounds too, and I ride a 143 in the park and a 146 or 147 on groomers or hardpack. I think that if you are looking for a serious powder board i wouldn't go any longer than a 148, and I wouldn't recommend using that for your all-the-time board. If a 141 was sufficient, start by increasing the size slowly. There is no point in making this harder for you.
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