What size snowboard for someone 150 lbs (68 kg)?
At 150 lbs, an all-mountain snowboard should be about 145–152 cm long. Park riders go 3 cm shorter, powder riders 3 cm longer, and beginners about 2 cm shorter.
Method: Weight-based length chart used by snowboard makers, adjusted for riding style and ability.
US women's size minus 1.5 gives men's size.
Snowboard length
145–152 cm
Aim for about 149 cm · for 150 lb
| Length range | 145–152 cm |
| Best single size | 149 cm |
| Chin-to-nose check | 147–157 cm |
| Width | Regular (waist about 24.5–25.5 cm) |
- • Weight matters more than height: it decides how much the board flexes. Height is a sanity check, since a board stood on its tail should reach between your chin and nose.
- • All-mountain boards suit most riders on groomed runs and a bit of everything else.
- • More experienced riders can go toward the longer end for stability at speed.
- • If your boots are size 11 or bigger (US men's), check the board's waist width so your toes and heels don't drag in the snow.
Snowboard size chart by weight
| Weight | Board length (all-mountain) |
|---|---|
| 100 lb (45 kg) | 130–138 cm |
| 120 lb (54 kg) | 133–142 cm |
| 140 lb (64 kg) | 141–149 cm |
| 160 lb (73 kg) | 148–155 cm |
| 180 lb (82 kg) | 154–161 cm |
| 200 lb (91 kg) | 160–166 cm |
| 220 lb (100 kg) | 164–170 cm |
How it works
Weight decides how a board flexes, so it sets the length. Then adjust: 2–3 cm shorter for park and freestyle, 2–3 cm longer for powder, and about 2 cm shorter for beginners. Height is a check: stood on its tail, a board should reach between your chin and nose. Riders in US men's boot size 11 or bigger should look at wide boards.
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Frequently asked questions
What size snowboard for 160 lbs?
About 148 to 155 cm for all-mountain riding. Go a couple of centimetres shorter if you're a beginner or ride the park.
Is height or weight more important for snowboard size?
Weight. Height is just a sanity check, because board flex is matched to how much you weigh.
Should a beginner get a shorter snowboard?
Yes, a little. A shorter board is lighter and easier to turn, so learning goes faster.