Best Mens Snowboard Jacket

There are a few things boarders should consider when checking out jackets: The Tri Layer System, Weatherproofing, and Style. Lets take a lookat at each one.

Respect The Tri Layer System to stay warm, dry and comfortable regardless of the conditions. The first layer keeps warmth close to the skin. It usually comes in the form of thermal underwear or spandex for all you pretty boys and girls. Above that you slap on a warm sweater. I choose fleece because its light and always stays dry. The third layer is aptly called the shell. This is the jacket and where fashion and function meld into one.

A decent jacket protects you in three ways: defends against water, keeps out the wind, and breaths. Only buy fabric that is waterproof at 120 to 150 centimeters. This means that a plastic tube is placed on the material and filled with a specified amount of water before beeding underneath. If that amount is less than 120 then it’s shit, don’t buy it!

There are no specifications to look for when considering windproofing, but if it’s sufficiently waterproofed then it should keep the wind out.

Lastly, you need a jacket that allows for airflow. When you start moving the body releases all kinds of moisture. You want the moisture out because it will freeze when you are stationary. A decent jacket will have fabric that releases that moisture into the air. How does a waterproof fabric let water in but not out? I don’t know, it just does. Ask Burton!

As far as style goes thats your perogative. Buy some tight threads that match your personality. Just please don’t color coordinate to the point you look like a freakin magazine model…unless of course your personality is that of a complete douche bag. Done!

Best Snowboard Boots

Any shredder who knows snowboarding has been asked the same important question multiple times: How on Earth do I decide on a snowboard boot? There are hundreds options. It can be a massive task for a first-timer. Fortunately, there are some rules that are universal.

First, decide on a max amount to spend. This is where some people make a mistake. If you have a complete gear budget of $500 and you are going to purchase board, boots and bindings, you may think about splitting the money equally. This would be a bad thing to do. A better idea would be to spend most of the money on quality boots and then get some used bindings and a board. Insane right? It’s not. Your boots make or break a snowboarding experience. Never skimp on boots because it could kill the day. Good boots make it or break it for so many beginners. If you are going to spend lavishly, make it the boots.

Second, think about your boarding approach. This is central to boot picking and will narrow down your search. For park riding, get a super soft boot. For big carving, a stiff boot can’t be beat. A soft boot in deep powder is hard work and lacks control, while a hard boot in the park will cause gnarly landings.

Third, take into consideration how the boot fits. Always try on boots before the purchase. Make sure that the snowboard boots don’t shift around. It should be a tight fit, but not super tight. Boots will pack out over time and you don’t need a loose fit the third day out. You can get inserts if needed. This usually alleviates the problem.

Lastly, options for lacing. There several things to consider There is the standard lacing, the BOA system, and Burton’s fast lace. educate yourself on each option so you get a good tight fit. Try them all out.

Getting a nice set of boots should be primary. Just list your preferences and ask around. When you take everything into consideration, you will find the right pair.

The Best Snowboard Bindings

Previous to looking at snowboard bindings get boots. This is essential because you need to fit matching.

Select the best snowboard bindings and avoid potential complications. Make sure your bindings and your boots are compatible. If the binding is smaller than your boot, you may run into buckling complications or the binding could break because of the pressure build up. Conversely, choosing a binding that is too big for your snowboard boot will lead to too much loose space. This can be an unpredictable situation. More than anything, a tight fit is a security precaution.

Which binding is best for you? Don’t be afraid to ask a store salesman. They usually work on commission so will be happy to help you choose the best board bindings for your boot type. make sure to take your boots to the store. This will reduce mismatch. If you can’t take your boots because you are buying online, it could be helpful if you know what brand, size and any other relevant information. Try to contact the store via email and ask for their direction based upon the information you contribute.

Binding measurements vary greatly from manufacturer to manufacturer; so check fitting charts before you buy. The Internet provide comparison charts matching up sizes and brands. This helps you harmonize board and binding combos.

Should I choose the Strap On or Step In style bindings? It is highly recommended that you choose strap on because they are the industry standard. Some stores stopped carrying the Step Ins because they are unreliable for tight turns.

In conclusion, matching the bindings with the proper boot/board combo is paramount. Ask around, make calls and check the charts. Then confidently purchase the perfect snowboard bindings.

Burton Clash Snowboard Videos

How to Make a Snowboard Video

Making a decent video is not that hard. You will need a few things: a camera with a video feature, a computer with a free video editing program (they come with Windows and Mac), and some friends that are willing to crack sculls for a little YouTube recognition.

First, hit the slopes and make as much footage as possible. Record everything not just the cool shit. I mean everything, the bites, the conversations up the lift, the beer session afterward…everything! Don’t erase anything! It’s better to have hours and hours of useless footage than have to scrape or postpone until the next trip.

Ok, upload it to the computer! Now, find 20 songs that get you stoked for boarding and narrow them down to about 5 or 6 favorites. Obviously high energy tunes with splashy beats and peaks work the best.

Now you are ready to edit. Open up Windows Movie Maker or iMovie on the Mac. Both of these programs are capable of making some truly professional looking vids. I will not get into the technical aspects of how to use each program. Just play with them, it’s really not that difficult.

Your first scene will begin with music and show the car ride up, strapping on the boards, riding the first lift, etc. Also, use this part to introduce the characters in the video. The first riding shot will then start when the first song peaks. A song that starts out slow and then picks up quickly will work best. Follow this up with some sick moves, but not the best ones.

The next scene will be a compilation of tricks interspersed with high fives, hugs, chest bumps (for the dudes). This is where you want to start playing with all the cool features that are included with the video editing program. Play with fades, color shots and include some text.

Now, cut into some commentary. You can use a little music, but fade it in and out or keep it quiet in the background. Talk about the tricks, the cold or joke around. Just make it interesting or comical.

Next, get back to the tricks with fast music. Half way through this song start showing the wipe outs and the bone breakers. Screams and whining are always a good touch. End this section with the best tricks that you recorded, a big air, box slide or whatever.

End the video with some commentary and the aftermath. Each rider can some up the day. Background this with a slower jam and fade out. Done!urt

686 Snowboard Jacket

The best possible deal on a 686 jacket is definitely the 686 Militant Jacket. You can pick it up for less than $80. This shell has camo print with light and dark brown set against a gray. It has a dull tropical look with some of the patterns spreading out in a palm treeish fashion.

It has a semi-tight fit, but is loose enough to pack your all your crap. It even has an internal Ipod pocket and stow away pouch for cash, credits cards and IDs.

Its somewhat waterproof with a rating of 8000mm. The breath-ability is rated at 5000gm. I don’t exactly know what that means. The seams are also taped to keep the moisture out and if you get too hot there are adjustable vents in the armpits.

The pockets are specially insulated to keep your hands warm when the gloves come off and the chin guard will make sure your neck stays dry and keep snow off your upper chest and nipple regions.

For such a low price, it looks like a pretty tight deal. I believe this style has been discontinued so jump on it now!