Snowboard Size Calculator
Enter your height, weight and boot size, then pick how you like to ride. You get a board length range in centimetres and the waist width your boots need.
- Weight-led sizing
- Park to powder
- Wide board check
Lengths suit most camber and hybrid boards. Volume-shifted and fish shapes are often ridden 4 to 8 cm shorter.
Weight bends the board, height only guides it. A snowboard is sized to flex under your weight, so two riders of the same height can need boards 6 cm apart. The old chin-to-nose rule is a rough start. Weight, riding style and boot size refine it.
Snowboard size chart
All-mountain lengths by rider weight. Search by your weight or height.
| Weight (kg) | Weight (lb) | Typical height | Board (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 to 50 | 88 to 110 | 150 to 160 cm | 138 to 144 |
| 50 to 60 | 110 to 132 | 158 to 168 cm | 144 to 150 |
| 60 to 70 | 132 to 154 | 165 to 175 cm | 150 to 155 |
| 70 to 80 | 154 to 176 | 172 to 182 cm | 154 to 158 |
| 80 to 90 | 176 to 198 | 178 to 188 cm | 157 to 162 |
| 90 to 100 | 198 to 220 | 183 to 193 cm | 160 to 165 |
| 100+ | 220+ | 188 cm + | 163 to 170 (wide) |
Use the row closest to your weight first. If your height falls in a different row, choose a length between the two.
Weight and riding style
A 175 cm rider at different weights. Slide the weight to see four styles side by side.
Park riders go shorter to spin and press. Powder riders go longer for float. The gap between the two is about 9 cm for the same person.
How to choose a snowboard size
Four quick decisions. Work through them in order.
Start with weight
Weight sets how much the board flexes. Find your weight in the chart.
When you try a board in the shop, stand it on its tail. For all-mountain riding the nose usually lands between your chin and nose.
Which riding style fits you
Style changes length and shape. Pick a style to see what changes.
Shorter and softer boards that spin easily and press on rails.
One board for groomers, side hits and some powder.
Longer, stiffer boards that hold an edge at speed in steep terrain.
Longer boards or wider short shapes that float in deep snow.
Most riders who ride the whole mountain and try the odd jump do best on an all-mountain board at the middle of the range.
Before you buy a board
Length is only the start. Tick these off in the shop.
Tick each item as you go.
Toe and heel overhang should be about 1 to 2 cm past each edge when the bindings are set at your usual angles.
What the result covers
Everything you need to narrow down boards. Each tile explains one result.
A 4 cm window around your ideal size.
The middle of the range for your style.
Matched to your boot size to stop toe drag.
Adjusts length for park, freeride or powder.
Beginners go a little shorter for easier turns.
Board makers print a recommended rider weight range on each length. Check your weight falls inside it, as that matters more than any formula.
Frequently Asked Questions
No question matches that search.
What size snowboard do I need for my height?
As a rough guide, multiply your height by 0.88. A 175 cm rider starts around 154 cm, then adjusts for weight and style.
Is weight or height more important?
Weight. The board is designed to flex under a set load, so a heavy rider on a short board sinks and chatters.
Should a beginner get a shorter board?
Yes, by 2 to 4 cm. A shorter board turns more easily and is easier to control at low speed.
When do I need a wide snowboard?
Usually from US men's boot size 11 upwards, or when your boots hang more than 2 cm over each edge.
What size snowboard for a 70 kg rider?
About 152 to 157 cm for all-mountain riding, depending on height.
Do women need different snowboard sizes?
Women's boards are usually softer and narrower for the same length. Use the same weight-based length.
Can I ride a board that is too long?
You can, but it will feel stiff and hard to turn, especially at low speeds and in tight trees.
Ride the board that fits you
Start from your weight, adjust for height, style and ability, and check the waist width against your boots. Then confirm your weight sits inside the maker's range for that length, and you will have a board that turns and holds an edge the way it should.
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