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Snowboard Finder
Find the Right Snowboard for You
Answer a few simple questions and get personal snowboard advice based on real testing, real experience and a carefully selected range of boards.
Personal advice, made simple
By using our many years of experience, we built an advice tool that helps you quickly find the snowboard that fits your riding style, level and preferences. After answering a few questions, you will receive a selection of three strong options that match your needs.
Every year we test snowboards ourselves, so the advice stays relevant, honest and practical. Buying a snowboard is personal, and the right board makes a real difference in both progression and enjoyment on the mountain.
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This tool is continuously updated with the latest snowboards in our collection, so you always receive current and complete advice.
Rather talk to us directly?
Want to know more about the boards we recommend? Contact us by email, phone, online chat or visit us in the store. We are happy to help you narrow down the options and explain what makes each board work.
Prefer direct advice from one of our team members? Come by our store in Amsterdam, we will gladly walk you through the collection with a coffee and help you find the right snowboard in person.
Already know what you want?
If you already know which snowboard you want, you can order it easily online. Shipping is free, and on workdays, orders placed before 4 p.m. are shipped the same day.
Buying a snowboard, a practical guide
Whether you are buying your first board or looking for a serious upgrade, choosing the right snowboard can make a huge difference. Below, we explain the basics, from riding styles and board shapes to flex, materials and sizing, so you can make a more informed decision.
What type of rider are you?
All-mountain rider
If you want one board that works across the whole mountain, all-mountain is the most versatile category. Hybrid camber shapes are often a strong choice here because they combine stability, maneuverability and range.
Park rider
If jumps, side hits, rails and freestyle riding are central to your style, a softer twin-tip board is often the best fit. These boards feel playful, balanced and easier to move around.
Freeride enthusiast
If you care most about powder, directional riding and stability at speed, freeride boards are built for that. Directional shapes with setback are especially strong in deeper snow and more aggressive terrain.
Piste carver
If you love grip, precision and clean turns on groomers, stiffer boards with camber are often the best match. They offer strong edge hold and direct response.
Snowboard shapes explained
Camber
The classic profile for riders who want precision, pop and edge hold. Great for carving and stability, less forgiving for beginners and less effortless in deep powder.
Rocker
More forgiving and easier to turn, with better float in softer snow. A playful option for beginners, powder-focused riders and people who like a looser feel.
Hybrid camber
A versatile mix of camber and rocker, often ideal for all-mountain riding. It balances grip and stability with easier turn initiation and extra float.
Hybrid rocker
A more playful option that still keeps grip where needed. Good for freestyle-oriented riders who also want enough support for the rest of the mountain.
S-rocker
A directional profile often aimed at freeride and powder use, with strong float up front and support where you need stability and control.
Materials and construction
Core
The core is the foundation of the board. Wood remains the standard for durability, response and feel, while other constructions can reduce weight or add stiffness.
Laminates
Fiberglass, carbon and other reinforcements affect flex, weight and response. Carbon feels lighter and stiffer, fiberglass is often the more balanced option.
Sidewalls
Construction details influence durability and power transfer. Some builds are lighter, others feel stronger and more solid under pressure.
Base
Extruded bases are easier to maintain, sintered bases are generally faster and higher performing, but need more care.
Understanding flex
Flex plays a big role in how your snowboard feels underfoot.
- Soft flex, easier to maneuver, more forgiving, often better for beginners and freestyle
- Medium flex, versatile and strong for all-mountain use
- Stiff flex, more stable and responsive at speed, often preferred by freeriders and carvers
Choosing the right length
Snowboard length should mainly be based on weight, not just height. Each board has its own recommended weight range, and that has a big impact on how it rides.
- Lighter riders, a board can feel too stiff if you are below its ideal range
- Heavier riders, a board can overflex and lose support if you are above its intended range
- Best approach, always check the recommended weight per size for the specific model you are considering
The right snowboard is worth it
The right board gives you more control, more confidence and simply more fun on the mountain. Use the finder, visit the store, or contact us directly and we will help you choose the snowboard that truly fits.
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