I spent an entire summer using this on my daily bike commute, and it was wonderful. Rock steady and the back is nicely ventilated.

I've used mine as a carry on multiple times, with it stuffed to the max.

Regular. Their recommendation for a regular torso length might seem a bit short, but it is most likely spot on. If you want to get a real accurate fit, have a friend measure from your c7 vertebrae (the lowest prominent bump in your neck) to the small of your back, and use that number to choose the size. While it might be tempting to get a large for the increased volume, the looser fit won't be worth it. Also, the torso length isn't the only thing they stretch for a larger pack, the waistbelt is also longer, and having that misfit could be detrimental

Nope, the only entry into the main compartment is through the top, which has a dry bag style roll-closure.

I have the anarchist in a 32 liter (similar size and shape) and I have no problems with chairlifts, including older chairlifts with smaller seats.

It is a floorless single wall tent. The tent has storm flaps that can have snow piled on top of them to make a snow-proof seal.

The light itself is fixed, but the housing is tiltable. You can kindof see the hinge in the picture here, but if you do the 360 view on black diamonds website (http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en-us/shop/mountain/lighting/spot) you can easily see the hinnged housing.

Backcountry.com has the weight for the Bora 35 litsted incorrectly, it is actually 1500 grams.

Yes, unfortunately.

The Ahwahnee would definitely be suitable, but only if you got a vestibule. The tent is 7.5' long and 4.4' wide. That seems roomy, but mark it out on your floor and play camp, get a feel for how much room that actually is. The vestibule adds 13 square feet, and you can get two of them if you feel inclined.
If you are worried about the wind, the ahwahnee can take it. However, due to it's steeper walls, it can get shaky in there. I would recommend looking at the Fitzroy as well, as it is unaffected by the wind. Seriously, it doesn't move.
Lastly, get an attic. They are cheap, light, and add a lot of livability to the tent.

Oh, this can take whatever nature throws at it. EPIC fabric is deemed "highly water resistant" because water *can* get through the fabric when it is subject to extreme pressures. What this means to you is that a windblown downpour won't even phase the fabric, but a high-pressure fire hose has a slim chance of forcing some water through.

Just about 19 inches long.

While the hubba hubba does do decently in the wind, the skyledge 2.1 is by far the sturdiest tent out of your selection. The cross poles at the top are joined by a power clip, something that makes the tent significantly sturdier than others. Notice on how the hubba hubba and the copper spur that there is only one pole in the middle that supports it from the ground. this leads to a softer tent top, which can be a concern in the wind. The marmot tent has steeper walls than the skyledge, which catch more wind. Also, the skyledge is pretty darn roomy, it's not called a 2.1 for nothing.

The key here is whichever pack fits you better. In my experience, arc'teryx packs are the best fit, IF they fit. They tend to only fit a small range of people, but the people they fit love them. Gregorys are a little more flexible, fitting a wider range of people.
One feature that really sets this pack apart from the Baltoro is the aluminum stays in the backpanel. These stays increase comfortable load capacity by transferring more weight to the hip belt. Also, by bending the stays to fit the profile of your back you can get an even more comfortable fit. Also, the durability of the Bora is legendary.
Some features that the Baltoro boasts that the Bora lacks are the Response suspension system and better organization. The response system is basically a suspension that moves with you. the hip belt is attached to the pack with a rotating disc that increases mobility, which is nice when you are navigating tricky terrain. The organization is more of a personal choice.

Overall, I think the Bora is a better choice, but you need to go into a gear shop and get them fit to you. Just because you are a small person doesn't mean you need a small pack.

nope. You have to get the Voile bindings.

The Supermodel X is your ticket to greatness. It has a tapered profile-wider nose than tail-so you will get great flotation in the powder, and make landings in the pow much easier. Also, this board is equipped with a deeper side cut than the custom, making gnarly turns on groomers a piece of cake. Go to burton's website and compare board specs if you want more details.

You can use whatever boots you fancy; AT boots are better for the trip up but snowboard boots are better for the ride down. Pick your Poison!

Like you, i ride a neutral stance so i can switch no prob. I also keep my high backs at the least agressive setting possible. When borrowed my friends cartels, i couldnt get the high backs to be back enough, so my legs got super sore. They are a really good binding, just not for me. They are tough, tight, and simple!

nope, all they have left is the 158

The Rulers are heavier, and stiffer. Same story for the Shaun, except the Ruler is stiffer.

They are stiffer, but heavier. The ozone has a smaller footprint too, making it better for hiking. This will give you a more dialed in feel, making your board respond faster.

Medium, unless your feet are still growing. If that is the case, take the large.

With your boot size, a wide isn't a necessity due to toe drag. If you stick to the jibs, rally the 161. If you shred the deep and cruise the grooms, cruise on the 163 wide.

Smith has a limited lifetime warranty, so your best bet would be to shoot their warranty department an email. They should be able to hook you up, but they might charge you if they think that it was due to "normal wear and tear"

Snowboards are usually considered wide when they have a waist width of 250 mm or up, so this is a wide-ish snowboard. Arbor's designated wide snowboard, the Roundhouse, has a waist width of 268 mm.

They lock your heel in tighter and remove pressure points that toes straps can create. So yes, better and more comfortable.

Most definately.

unisex

i have had super good experience with the K2 Podium Wide 167

The bag is probably too short, unless you have really short skis.

The 140 is a good size for you, you are right at the bottom for that size.

The problems you are having are probably arising from the fact that this board is a woman's boards and more flexible than the custom. Try using more finesse and less power.

Do they have lenses at all?

they fold down.

Try riding them for a few days, they should pack out some and make some room for your feet.

Burton Bindings have a larger size range than most brands. I believe the Large fit any boot from size 11-14.___________________________________My Size 12's fit in these really comfortably, I think one size up would be fine.

I have boarded with these bindings for 4+ years, and I find them much more comfortable than my friends bindings. The toe strap can get a little pinchy if you ratchet it down too tight, but you would be hard pressed to overdo the heel strap. Also, i find these bindings allow their highback to have less agressive lean, which i find more comfortable.

These are normal goggles, they just fit to your face better than most.

Go for the large dude

They way i have molded my boots in the past, which really has worked astoundingly, is to put your liners in your boots, and blast them with a hairdryer for 10-15 minutes, you really cant over-do it with a blow dryer, and the liners dont need that much heat at all. Take an old pair of socks and cut the toe pieces out , and slide the caps over your toes. slide your fattiest pair of socks on over these, and strap your feet in tight! Keep them on as long as you can, and they should fit awesomely. If they dont fit at first, give them a few days riding to break in and pack down some. If they still dont fit, give it another go.

Installing snowboard bindings is very simple, you just need a screw driver and an idea of what your stance is like. Their is no real difference between one and two strap bindings as long as the one-strap system secures your toe and heel in well.

click on the sizing chart link under the size selection.

Here or your local board shop. I recommend here, BC.com has lifetime warranty.

For what? specifics please.

Rasing your center of gravity by that small of an increment is not very significant as far as your balance goes, but it does make your board more responsive and quicker to gain an edge.

totally dude.

Rally the 158. The 160 would be better for cruisin' the mountain in general, and the 155 would be better for the park.

They will fit, general binding shape doesn't change much at all over the years. If they dont, you can return them without a problem. When you buy something here, it gets shipped with a return form just in case.

Compare your glasses to a pair of normal goggles and see how they would fit inside. Unless you have massive glasses it should be fine, these goggles have some extra room for glasses.

nope, sorry.

I had the same problem while hiking with my 32 L Anarchist today, except only on the strap with the avalung tube in it. I havent figured out if it was adjusted wrong or what, but i was getting sore after a short hike.

I wear size 12 and my boards waist width is 26.9. the 160's wiast width is 25.2, i think thaty you will not have any problems with toe drag.

2 cm is not much of a difference at all, the 61 will have minimally better float but the 59 will have minimally better maneuverability. If you are going to be riding almost exculsively park or trees, take the 59. otherwise, just pick the one that looks cooler.

While the minimalist attitude of this board seems kind of sketchy, it actually makes it even more bombproof. Think of it this way, if you have a car made of steel and a car made of titanium, the car made of titanium will be lighter, stronger, and more exensive. Its the same with the board, they used better parts so they could use less of them. The k2 boards i have ridden (and still ride) have proven to be rugged and dependable, and they were definately not their top line boards.

You should choose the 158. 3 cm is not much of a difference at all as far as swing weight and preformance goes, but it will give you a bit more speed.

Not right now, maybe later.

http://www.backcountry.com/store/newsletter/a376/DIY-Split-Board.html

When i was about that size i rocked a 159, but i spent most of my time in the powder. If you are a more balanced rider this board would rip for you.

166

This board is a low end board, but it is a low end k2 board. It wont be as responsive or as fast as a more expensive board, but even low end k2 boards will preform wonderfully. There is a noticeable difference between this board and a more expensive one, its just up to you to weigh out if you need the cash or the board.

It would cost just over 380 euros, but they dont ship to france. Sorry!

http://www.k2snowboarding.com/files/K2Snowboard0809_SMU_archive.pdf

I have had really good experience with the Mountain Hardware Hammerhead 3. It has SUPER ventilation, and i have braved many rainy days in it. Its pretty roomy, ands its vestibules are huge. If you are expecting a week of solid rain, be sure to get the ground cloth.

Missed out dude, sales come and go!

unfortunately, only xs are in stock right now. Get a small, there isnt much difference in binding sizes, but Your kid will be able to use the smalls with their next set of boots too.

measure his head with a string or measuring tape. if you are trying to be covert for the holidays, measure a favorite hat that fits super well. there is a sizing chart link right below the size options.

This board is a pretty solid board for just cruisin around and finding your place on the mountian. However, it is a kids board, so you may find it to be super flexible to you.

The split decision kit is used to convert an old board into a split board, while this is what holds your bindings to your new splitboard.

not comfortably. look for some OTG specific goggles, they arent hard to find.

29.5

Go half a size up to compensate for some wool socks. for the best fit, measure your foot in centimeters and then check it against the sizing chart.

I think your best bet is the Roundhouse 167. You sound like a pretty big guy, so the wide board and the extra few cms will help with floating in pow. Also, the roundhouse is less of a park board then the crossbow, it's bamboo topsheet is engineered to give you super edge control.

it all depends on how much you want tot carry. If i were you, i would go for the 20L, its not that much bigger but you may find that the 4L will really make a difference.

If you are planning to ride pretty much exclusively park, this is a great board for a beginner. It's medium flex will be plenty responsive without being too sensitive, making it easy to control. However, without having snowboarded much at all yet, you might find that other areas of the resort draw your attention more than the park. Thankfully, this board is really affordable so ditching it in a few years if you change your style wont be a big deal.

Yellow is better for flat light, it helps define bumps in the snow. Clear is obviously best for night, as it allows all available light to reach your eyes.

Sure will. The soft flex makes turns easier than stiff boards, and are much easier to control. Also, it will be slower than a stiff board, something that many new boarders will appreciate.

You got it dude. The banana tech will make you float better than 5 cm, which really isnt that much. A big misconception is that length is how to rock pow, but what really makes you float is the shape of the board.

a dark brown

yes, it includes skull candy earbuds.

Yep, this pack is designed with your little hiker in mind. It's back length is drastically shorter than a regular pack, so it will rest on your kid's back comfortably.

i think it would be good. it will be large for your kid, but second graders grow alot. Having a nice, durable pack for a growing kid is always a good idea too.

not these specifically, but they make an OTG model.

Nope, the liner is heat molded so there is no nasty plastic pieces poking you. To get a super good fit with these, stick a hair dryer in the liner for a few minutes, put the boot on and tie it super tight and walk around for a while.

Nope, all you need is a fatty phillips head screwdriver. When installing bindings, it is best to use a regular screwdriver so you dont over do it.

They will, bindings and boots are pretty much compatible across the board.

the sizing chart, go medium.

small, kids grow.

extra large.

If you have any binding that is not really obscure or bizzare, it will work. It might work with step ins, but it would be a bad idea.

If by clicker you mean step ins, no.If by clicker you mean boa, Yes.

I am a guy with pretty large calves, and i have a horrible time finding boots that will accomodate them. What i have found works best is to sacrafice some stiffness for some comfort, its better to have a little less control but still feel your feet. Also, i always lace my ankle really tight, but the tops looser, that will help some. As far as i know, there are no boots specifically that will accomodate larger calves without getting a larger boot size.

Boot sizes are decided by how big your feet are, not how big your baord is. The thresh hold for deciding if you need a wide or not is around 12. if you have noticed your toes draggin in the past, get a wide.

154, you are small enough that the 154 will float you fine, and (no offense) the 161 might be a bit weighty for you to swing around for quick turns.

This hoody will definately keep you warm below freezing, the windstopping layer will help keep alot of warmth in. I dont know what the coldest temp it can withstand, but i wouldnt not make it my primary jacket, and i wouldnt even bring it in the backcountry. Its just a casual sweatshirt with some extra tech, not something to depend on.

Yes, it allows for uninhibited shoulder movement while paddling. It also has some pretty nice pockets for all your emergency gear, in case the unthinkable is realized.

I dont see why not, you would have to have it done locally though. Check the Brunton website to see if they engrave them.

Socks are purely for comfort and warmth. If you have had not problems with blisters or cold feet with your previous boots, dont wear them. If you are worried about getting blisters with these, just order half a size up and wear some thin hiking socks.

Ive gone through burton and k2 boots, and i think that they were both comfy and warm. I get my k2 boots half a size up, but thats mainly because of bulky socks.

There are inserts in the shell that are waterproof, not the liner. As far as im concerned, i dont think these gloves are anything special. They do keep your hands warm, but they wont go though as much punishment as the Marmots.

Yeah, they will fit. The lobes arent that much bigger then a normal goggle.

yeah, but nobody will notice when it is zipped up.

all of them are mid.

Free, any order over $50 has free shipping.

Start at her current size, the shims get removed as her feet grow.

The regulare escapade. It is made to respond better on varying snow conditions then the EST.

What boards people ride is not based solely on weight vs. board length, The technology of the board is what makes the difference. Men ride stiffer board becaue they are typically stronger, while women's boards are more flexible becuase thet ride with more finesse. This applies to a youth board too, youth are not as strong so their boards flex alot. An agressive rider on a flexible board loses control.

No, not at all. If you ride really hard, you will develop pressure cracks, lose edge, and get core shots.

I have pretty big calves so i get this problem all the time. My solution is to wear ankle socks that stay on pretty well, and wear 3/4 length long underwear. I leaves some skin uncovered in your boot, but in my experience my ankle and lower calves dont get cold.

nope, thats why they are on sale.

Yes, it is a USCG type III

It's not a set. They are advertised together because they are all the exact same thing, just in different sizes. The sizes are 5 liter, 15 liter, and 25 liter.

bag

I am about your size and i ride a burton triumph 169, its a really similar board, and it rocked the powder. What you need to ask yourself is what type of pow you are going to ride. If yoyu are going to hit the steep and deep, go with the 172. You will appreciate the extra float, along with some better rooster tails coming up behind you. However, if you are going to be rocking the tree scene, take the 167. If you get stuck, which happens alot in the trees, it will be easier to get going again. Also, lower swing weight will make for tighter, quicker turns to get around that unexpected stump.

I looks like a directional twin, the stance is setback one inch but it is a freestlye board.

It should stand up pretty well, they advertise a beefed up sidewall for rails.

Yeah, the key word in the description is convert.

I am about your size, a little shorter and a litter heavier, but i go with the medium. I do like my clothes a bit snug though, so your best option is to look at the sizing chart.

Wood core is the best, Voile's website says "Snowboard should be a wood-core board. Foam-core boards are not suitable for the Touring Binding."

Medium.

it will work, but it wont preform that well. this is a very park specific board, it even has dulled edges for rails. It also has alot of flex, so you wont be able to dig your edge in so well on turns. Basically, this board will get you to the park but you wouldnt want to rally some double blacks on it.

Unfortunately, no.

The absolute best is the Smith turbo fan series.

Probably not. The Forum warranty doesnt cover anything that is a result from "Misuse, abuse, impact or neglect", so pretty much anything that is not their fault. If you bought it off backcountry though, you can always return it.

Sadly, its true. K2 moved their manufacturing plant to China in 2001.

It depends. It has a 34% VLT, so it can be used at night if the moon is bright and there isnt too much to look out for. The best thing to do for night riding is just get a pair of clear lenses, they are $20 on smith's website.

I would assume it is, becuase Ortovox doesn't make weak gear, and unless they want it to corrode they will anodize it. Aluminum's resistance to corrosion is greatly diminished when it is combined into an alloy, and 6000 Aluminum is an alloy. Also, its bluish color points to a dye, which requires anodizing.As far as type of anodizing goes, my best guess is it is type III, it is the most widely used and durable.

They should be compatible, your helmet has a really straight brim and nothing that would constrict it. It won't be a tight fit, but you wont be readjusting everything mid run.

100% nylon HyVent

The podium is a pretty solid board for all around riding, but it isnt the best park board if thats your style. There are some cheaper boards out there, but you definately get what you pay for. The Format is another good board by K2, but its not quite as big.

You buckle your board in right down the middle, putting a binding in the middle so it doesnt slip out.

Sure would.

Sure will, but you might need the Yakima base rack system. It might fit on the factory installed rack, if you are lucky.

They should, oakley's regular A-Frames do.