Ski/Board Set-Ups!

[flipstah]

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I'm 95% sure a snowboard would fit through the pass-through in a MK6. You'd have to put it on its side, so you'd probably want to use a towel or something to pad the bottom edge off the pass-through, but other that I think you'd be set!

Back on topic... I don't own any equipment and I rarely go skiing... once a year at most, although I do enjoy it!

Good to know!

get ready to change from a loather to a lover of winter!

Now now, let's not say anything too hasty. It all depends if I can afford it.

[toplessvw]

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Just a quick but rather in depths question. What are the best gloves heated, mitts, leather or just regular gloves. Does MEC make good stuff? My requirements are that they must be long. My price range is $100 or so.

I use levels with wrist gaurd and in cold days I throw some cotton gloves under

[P Arkus]

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General question: I loathe winter sports but snowboarding looks fun to do recreational.

What are the essentials to get? How can I start? Budget?

Will the Golf be able to fit a board through the center pass-through or are those ski's? I don't want to get a roof rack =(

A snowboard can easily fit in the back of the golfs. What you want though is a board bag, and a few towels for afterwards (just for extra protection. I stand my board up behind the passenger seat and lean it against the back seat. With you having a 4 door, it should be no problem at all. I once went out with 2 other buddies in my MK3 2door golf. All equipment in the back seat with one friend sitting back there too. Wasnt the most comfortable, but we made it haha!

[Danaldson]

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Good to know!



Now now, let's not say anything too hasty. It all depends if I can afford it.

If you're looking for a decent beginner board, I could sell u mine for 100 bucks so I can buy Tj's . I need to keep my bindings and boots though lol

[flipstah]

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If you're looking for a decent beginner board, I could sell u mine for 100 bucks so I can buy Tj's . I need to keep my bindings and boots though lol

Oooo... Are boards height-dependent?

[asp gti]

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Oooo... Are boards height-dependent?

for the most part, yes, but it also depends on ability and what type of riding you want to use the board for.

Also I have a pair of 181 Armada AR7s from 2 years ago for sale, bases are in good shape and all the edges are good as well! Asking $200 with look 14 din bindings!

[flipstah]

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for the most part, yes, but it also depends on ability and what type of riding you want to use the board for.

Also I have a pair of 181 Armada AR7s from 2 years ago for sale, bases are in good shape and all the edges are good as well! Asking $200 with look 14 din bindings!

I know you spoke English on the last part but I have no idea what you're saying.

TO GOOGLES!

[Danaldson]

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Oooo... Are boards height-dependent?

yeah and weight to an extent. i believe a good way to measure is if the board is between your chin and your nose, like how you would measure a hockey stick. but it does all come down to personal preference. i like a shorter board because it allows for better controll. Longer boards typically are better for powder riding.

[Fated]

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yeah and weight to an extent. i believe a good way to measure is if the board is between your chin and your nose, like how you would measure a hockey stick. but it does all come down to personal preference. i like a shorter board because it allows for better controll. Longer boards typically are better for powder riding.

Yeah I think this is generally what they get you to do. I could be way off but depending on your weight you may want to be either on the upper end or lower end of that "benchmark". Though tall enough for the 157, being under weight I had a harder time controlling it and it really slowed down learning to turn for me.

[cam_wmh]

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Just a quick but rather in depths question. What are the best gloves heated, mitts, leather or just regular gloves. Does MEC make good stuff? My requirements are that they must be long. My price range is $100 or so.

MEC.. even Wal-Mart. For park gloves, get a pair of "Classy's" from most truck stops for about $15-$20

[P Arkus]

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I like the shorter boards for better control and easier spins in the parks. But they are definitely weight dependant too. Apparently i'm a fatty seeing as I snapped the tail of my K2 board when I had a whole day of powder at Kimberly.

Lean back like a gangster they said......

[AllGo'n'Show]

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I need a new board this winter, anyone know where to find these around our area? So much want

[onceover]

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Bought a pair of Atomic Bent Chetlers last spring that Ill be riding this season. Excited to see how they'll perform.

[B4NE1]

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Bought a pair of Atomic Bent Chetlers last spring that Ill be riding this season. Excited to see how they'll perform.

Best ski I have ever ridden holds on groomers and floats real well. Stiff under foot but still soft enough in the tip and tail to be playful. You will not be disappointed.

[snipa_mini85]

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for the most part, yes, but it also depends on ability and what type of riding you want to use the board for.

Also I have a pair of 181 Armada AR7s from 2 years ago for sale, bases are in good shape and all the edges are good as well! Asking $200 with look 14 din bindings!

What boot sole length were they mounted to? Interested, but I would like to know if the bindings have to be remounted or not.