Sizing Charts

We want to make sure that when your gear arrives on your doorstep everything is ready for you to get up and go.

If you are unsure about what size you may need, just click one of the links below and check out the sizing charts.

If you still have questions don't hesitate to give us a call! We have staff standing by to help get you fitted and get you out there in no time!

How to buy the correct snowboarding gear

Over the last 28 years, we have helped thousands of riders find the snowboarding gear that fits their style and specifications. Working from this knowledge, we have set up some guidelines that are intended to help you customize the board and/or gear for your best fit.

Are there beginner boards and advanced boards?
The main difference is that boards with more built-in technology, being lighter and livelier, are generally considered "Advanced Boards". These boards allow the advanced rider to attain a higher level of performance. Yet, these same "advanced" riders can hop on our least expensive boards and still have fun.

Gender
Gender is a factor in determining the appropriate equipment for the rider. Women's boards are designed to take into account the riders lower center of gravity, smaller foot size, and lighter weight.

Athletic Ability
A rider with extensive experience in other board sports (surfing, skateboarding, skiing, in-line skating, etc.) will probably want to invest more in their equipment since they will more than likely "take" to snowboarding quickly. At the same time, someone with little outdoor sport experience might be best to keep their equipment purchase in the beginning.

Groomed and Natural Snow
This type of snow is usually prevalent among western and Rocky Mountain are as where natural snowfall can be dependable every year. Most riders would benefit from a longer board in a powder snow conditions. The extra length adds additional lift and helps the rider "float" atop the snow.

Variable Conditions
Anything other than powder and hard packed man-made snows fall into this category. Most boards today are designed to excel in variable conditions. Do not be tempted to buy a shorter board if your riding will take you into variable conditions. A longer board is almost always preferable, unless you are looking for a board strictly for technical freestyle riding or are just learning.

Budget
As with the purchase of any sporting goods equipment, budgets is an important consideration. A rider does not have to have the best/most expensive equipment to become a good rider and enjoy the sport with board and bindings, it is usually okay to save a few bucks, either by buying last years model or a brand with less marketing clout.

Graphic Appeal
Part of the experience of snowboarding is the whole package, and board/boot/binding graphics play a role in overall satisfaction.

Weight
Rider weight is by far, the most important personal characteristic in determining board size. When a heavier rider purchases a board that is too short, the board will have a tendency to "wash out" or perform poorly, especially at higher speeds. Conversely, a lighter person on a longer board will usually have problems controlling the board and initiating turns.

The board sizing charts are intended to be a guide. If in doubt, please call one of our sales representatives who can guide you through the process.

Snowboard Sizing

Snowboard Length Sizing:

A recent survey showed 85% of pro riders revealed that on average they rode boards that are 85% - 92% of their height. The formula to live by is: Rider Height (inches) x 2.54 x 0.88 = Suggested Board Length (cm). And presto, you have the perfect board for you in all conditions. Right? Wrong!!

Keep in mind that there is no magical formula for every rider. It's more or less determined by terrain, conditions and most of all, personal preference. In general, an overall greater cm length will yield a board that can be controlled at and attain greater speeds. In addition, longer boards are better performers and float more in powder due to their increased surface area. Shorter overall lengths yield a board that is more maneuverable and offer a lower swing weight.

Your height (inches) x 2.54 x 0.88 = Suggested Board Length

Rider Height	Board Length
4'0" (48")	103 - 112cm
4'2" (50")	107 - 116cm
4'4" (52")	112 - 121cm
4'6" (54")	116 - 126cm
4'8" (56")	120 - 130cm
4'10" (58")	125 - 135cm
5'0" (60")	129 - 140cm
5'2" (62")	133 - 144cm
5'4" (64")	138 - 149cm
5'6" (66")	142 -154cm
5'8" (68")	146 -158cm
5'10" (70")	151- 163cm
6'0" (72")	155-168cm
6'2"+ (74")	159cm - 172cm

Snowboard Width Sizing:

Board width is as important, if not more important, than overall length in selecting the right board for you.
A board that is too narrow in relation to a rider's boot will cause toe and heel drag. With a board that's too wide, the rider will not be able to put adequate pressure on the toe and heel edge, thus creating an unresponsive ride.
Use the following chart to gauge the relationship between your boot size and board.

Recommended Width Based on Boot Size

Mens Boot Size	Womens Boot Size	Youth Boot Size	Board Width (at base)
Up to 5.5	Up to 6	Up to 6	Up to 24 cm Narrow
6 to 10	6.5 to 11		24-25.5 cm Regular
10 to 12			24.5-26.5 cm Midwide
12 or larger			26 cm+  Wide

Snowboard Boot Sizing

Adult Boot Sizing Guide

As a general rule of thumb you're snowboard boots should fit like any other boot that you have in the house - be it a hiking, work or motocross boot. The key is that you should have some toe movement along with a solid heel hold. With time you're boots will 'break in'. The padding within the boot will compact and you may experience a slight increace in space. This is why it is critical that a boot fit snug both as it relates to the toe movement as well as to the heel hold.

Heel Hold: The most important concern when sizing a boot is you're heel hold. To get a proper sence of a boot's performance you absoloutly must lace it up and give it a good go. If you want to take it to the next level, strap yourself into your bindings, placing your other foot on the board, and check to see if you can lift your heel within the boot. A shortcut for this is to stand on the toe of your boot and go through the same steps.

Toe Feel: If you are in doubt as to where the pressure on your toes is coming from, simply pull out the insole and measure your foot against it. If the length is ok then you know that the pressure you're feeling is not because your boot is too small, rather the pressure is coming from the padding that surrounds your toe. With just a few hours of riding, or walking around your house, this pressure will be eliminated once the padding compresses.

Junior Boot Sizing (approx.)

For the younger riders please use the following measurements as a loose guide in selecting the proper boot sizing.

Foot Length	Boot Size
7.0 inches	1
7.5 inches	2
8.0 inches	3
8.5 inches	4
9.0 inches	5
9.5 inches	6
10 inches	7

Snowboard Binding Sizing

How to choose the right Binding

Each binding will have a boot size in parentheses that fits that particular binding. So, choose bindings according to your boot size.

Example: Binding L/XL (9-13) fits boot size 9-13.

Women choosing Men's Bindings

Woman can use men's bindings with a correction for the smaller women's boot size. The general rule of thumb is to choose a men's binding that fits a men's boot size 1 to 1.5 sizes smaller.

Example: If you have a women's size 9-9.5 boot, choose a men's binding that fits a men's size 8 boot.

Mondo Sizes & Conversion Chart for Ski Boots and Snowboard Boots

Mondo (cm)	Men (US)	Women (US)	Europe	UK
15	8 (youth)	-	25	7
16	9 (youth)	-	26	8
17	10 (youth)	-	27	9
17.5	11 (youth)	-	28	10
18.5	12 (youth)	-	29	11
19.5	13 (youth)	-	30.5	12
20	13.5 (youth)	-	31	13
20.5	1	-	32	13.5
21	2	-	33	1
21.5	3	-	34	2
22	4	5	35	3
22.5	4.5	5.5	36	3.5
23	5	6	36.5	4
23.5	5.5	6.5	37	4.5
24	6	7	38	5
24.5	6.5	7	38.5	5.5
25	7	8	39	6
25.5	7.5	8.5	40	6.5
26	8	9	40.5	7
26.5	8.5	9.5	41	7.5
27	9	10	42	8
27.5	9.5	10.5	42.5	8.5
28	10	11	43	9
28.5	10.5	11.5	44	9.5
29	11	12	44.5	10
29.5	11.5	-	45	10.5
30	12	-	45.5	11
30.5	12.5	-	46	11.5
31	13	-	47	12
31.5	13.5	-	47.5	12.5
32	14	-	48	13
32.5	14.5	-	48.5	13.5
33	15	-	49	14
33.5	15.5	-	50	14.5
34	16	-	51	15

Boot Sizes may vary slightly by manufacturer, so check the sizing for individual needs.

Men's Snowboard Jackets

Chest Measurements

Measure around the chest just under the arms across shoulder blades with arms relaxed down at sides. Add 2" or 3" to your measurement. This is your approximate size. For a relaxed fit add 2". For a looser fit add 3".

Example: If your chest size is 43", you should order 45" for a relaxed fit or 46" for a looser fit.

Brand (chest)	XS	S	M	L	XL	XXL	XXXL
686			39-42	43-44	45-47	48-50
Black Dot		36-38	39-40	41-43	44-47	48-50
Bonfire	32-34	35-37	38-40	41-43	44-46	47-50
DC	35-37	38-40	41-42	43-44	45-46	47-48
Evol		37-39	40-43	44-46	47-48	49-50
Foursquare		37-39	40-41	42-44	45-47	47-50
Grenade	34-36	37-39	40-42	43-45	46-48	49-52
Helly Hansen	35	36.5	39.5	42.5	45.5	48.5	51.5
Holden		35-37	40-41	42-44	45-47	48-50
House		37-39	40-41	42-44	45-47	48-50
K2		35-37	38-40	41-43	44-46	47-50
M6		38-39	40-41	42-43	44-46	47-48
O'Neil		35-37	38-40	41-43	44-46	47-50
Planet Earth		35-37	38-40	41-43	44-46	47-50
Ride		35-37	38-40	41-43	44-46	47-50
Session	34-36	37-39	40-41	42-43	44-47	48-50
Special Blend		37-39	40-42	43-44	45-46	47-49
Volcom		35-37	38-40	41-43	44-46	47-49

Men's Snowboard Pants

Brand	XS	S	M	L	XL	XXL	XXXL
686 Ace - Waist 686 Ace - Inseam		29-33 29	33-36 30	35-38 31	37-40 33	39-42 34
Allyance - Waist Allyance - Inseam		31-34 30	34-36 31	36-38 33	38-41 34	40-42 34
Black Dot - Waist Black Dot - Inseam		26-28 30	28-32 30	32-35 31	35-40 32	39-43 32
Bonfire - Waist Bonfire - Inseam	26-28 30	28-31 31	30-33 32	33-35 32	36-39 32	39-43 33
DC - Waist DC - Inseam		28-31 30	30-33 31	33-36 33	36-39 33	40-42 34
Evol - Waist Evol - Inseam		28-31 29	31-35 30	34-37 31	36-40 32	40-43 34
Foursquare - Waist Foursquare - Inseam		31-34 29	33-36 30	36-38 31	37-40 32	40-43 34
Grenade - Waist Grenade - Inseam		29-33 30	33-36 32	35-38 33	37-39 34	40-43 34
Helly Hansen - Waist Helly Hansen - Inseam	28 30.5	29.5 31	32.5 32	35.5 33	38.5 34	41.5 35	44.5 35
Holden - Waist Holden - Inseam		30-33 30	33-35 32	35-38 34	37-40 34	40-43 34
House - Waist House - Inseam		29-32 30	32-35 30	35-37 31	36-41 32	40-43 34
K2 - Waist K2 - Inseam	26-28 28	28-31 29	31-34 30	34-38 31	37-40 32	40-43 34
M6 - Waist M6 - Inseam		28-31 30	31-34 31	33-35 32	35-38 34	38-41 34
O'Neill - Waist O'Neill - Inseam		28-31 29	30-33 30	33-37 32	36-40 33	40-43 34
Ride Cell5 - Waist Ride Cell5 - Inseam		28-31 29	32-35 30	35-39 32	39-42 32	42-44 34
Sessions - Waist Sessions - Inseam	28-30 29	31-33 30	32-35 32	34-37 32	36-39 34	39-42 34
Special Blend - Waist Special Blend - Inseam		29-33 28	33-36 30	35-38 31	37-40 32	40-43 34
Volcom - Waist Volcom - Inseam		28-32 30	31-34 31	33-36 33	36-38 33	38-41 34
White Sierra - Waist White Sierra - Inseam		27-30 30	30-32 31	33-36 32	36-38 33	38-41 34

Women's Snowboard Jackets

Brand (chest)	XS(2-4)	S(6-8)	M(10-12)	L(14-16)	XL(18-20)	XXL
686 - Bust 686 - Hip		30-33 32-35	34-36 36-39	37-38 40-43	39-40 44-45
Black Dot - Bust Black Dot - Hip		31-34 36-37	35-37 38-40	38-40 41-43	43-45 44-45
Bonfire - Bust Bonfire - Hip	29-32 33-35	32-35 36-38	36-38 39-42	39-42 43-46	43-45 47-49
DC - Bust DC - Hip		30-33 32-35	34-36 36-38	37-39 39-40	41-42
E408 - Bust E408 - Hip		31-35 35-37	36-38 38-40	39-42 41-43	43-44 44-45
Foursquare - Bust Foursquare - Hip		29-31 31-33	32-34 34-36	35-37 37-39	38-40 40-41
Helly Hansen - Bust Helly Hansen - Hip	32 34	34 36	36 38	39 41	42 44	45 47
House - Bust House - Hip		31-35 35-37	36-38 38-40	39-42 41-43	43-44 44-45
K2 - Bust K2 - Hip		34-37 37-39	38-40 40-41	41-43 42-44	45-46
Ride - Bust Ride - Hip		32-35 35-37	36-38 38-40	39-41 41-43	42-44 44-45
Sessions - Bust Sessions - Hip		30-33 32-35	34-36 36-39	37-39 40-41	40-41 42-43
Special Blend - Bust Special Blend - Hip		29-31 32-35	32-35 36-38	36-38 39-40	39-41 41-42

Women's Snowboard Pants

Brand	XS	S(2-4)	M(6-8)	L(10-12)	XL(14-16)	XXL
686 Ace - Waist 686 Ace - Hip 686 Ace - Inseam		30-32 34-36 30	32-33 37-39 30	34-36 40-41 30
Allyance - Waist Allyance - Hip Allyance - Inseam		29-31 32-34 28	32-33 35-36 29	33-34 37-38 30
Black Dot - Waist Black Dot - Hip Black Dot - Inseam		27-29 33-35 29	30-31 36-38 30	32-35 39-41 30	36-37 42-43 30
Bonfire - Waist Bonfire - Hip Bonfire - Inseam	25-28 32-35 29	29-31 36-38 30	32-34 39-40 31	35-36 41-44 32	37-39 45-47 32
DC - Waist DC - Hip DC - Inseam		28-30 32-34 29	31-32 35-36 29	33 37-39 29
E408 - Waist E408 - Hip E408 - Inseam		29-31 34-36	32-33 37-38 29	34-35 39 30
Foursquare - Waist Foursquare - Hip Foursquare - Inseam		27-29 32-34 29	30-32 35-37 30	33-34 38 31
Helly Hansen - Waist Helly Hansen - Hip Helly Hansen - Inseam	24.5 34 28	26.5 36 29	28.5 38 30	31.5 41 31	34.5 44 32	37.5 47 32
House - Waist House - Hip House - Inseam		29-31 34-36	32-33 37-38 29	34-35 39 30
K2 - Waist K2 - Hip K2 - Inseam		28-30 34-36	31-32 37-38 30	33-34 39-43 31
Ride - Waist Ride - Hip Ride - Inseam		28-30 34-36 29	31-33 37-40 30	34-36 41-43 31	37-38 44-45 31
Ripzone - Waist Ripzone - Hip Ripzone - Inseam			28-30 36-38 29	31-32 39-40 30
Sessions - Waist Sessions - Hip Sessions - Inseam		27-29 33-35 29	30-31 36-38 30	32-33 39-40 32	34-35 41-42 33
Special Blend - Waist Special Blend - Hip Special Blend - Inseam		29-31 35-37 30	32-33 38-40 31	34-35 41-42 32	36-37 43-45 33

Youth Snowboard Jackets

Brand	S(6-8)	M(10-12)	L(14-16)	XL(18-20)
World Ind - Height(in) World Ind - Chest World Ind - Hip	45-51 30-32 34-36	51-56 32-34 37-38	56-62 34-37 39-40	63-65 37-39 41-42
686 - Height(in)   686- Chest 686 - Hip		51-56 31-35 34-36	56-63 35-38 37-39	63-66 39-40 40-42
Sessions - Height(in) Sessions - Chest Sessions - Hip	45-49 26-29 25-28	50-55 30-33 29-32	56-62 34-38 33-37	63-66
Bonfire - Height(in) Bonfire - Chest Bonfire - Hip	45-49 30-33 33-35	50-54 33-36 36-37	54-60 36-38 38-39	61-64 39-41 40-42
Black Dot - Height(in) Black Dot - Chest Black Dot - Hip	45-51 28-31 30-32	51-57 31-33 33-34	57-64 33-37 35-38	64-67 37-40 39-41
Special Blend Boy - Height Special Blend Boy - Chest Special Blend Boy - Hip	45-50 30-35 34-36	50-56 35-36 37-38	56-62 36-38 38-39	62-65 30-40 40-41
Special Blend Girl - Height Special Blend Girl - Chest Special Blend Girl - Hip	45-50 26-29 28-30	50-56 30-33 31-34	56-62 33-35 35-36	62-66 36-39 37-40

Youth Snowboard Pants

Brand	XS	S	M	L	XL
686 Ace - Waist 686 Ace - Inseam		22-25 25	25-26 26	26-28 26	28-29 27
Black Dot - Waist Black Dot - Inseam		22-24 21	24-26 23	26-30 25	30-32 28
Bonfire - Waist Bonfire - Inseam	19-21 21	22-24 23	24-26 25	26-30 28	30-32 30
Sessions - Waist Sessions - Inseam		22-25 21	25-27 22	27-29 24	29-31 27
Special Blend Boy - Waist Special Blend Boy - Inseam Special Blend Girl - Waist Special Blend Girl - Inseam		22-25 22 22-25 22	25-27 23 25-27 23	27-29 24 27-29 24	29-31 29-31 25
Volcom - Waist Volcom - Inseam		28-32 30	31-34 31	33-36 33	36-38 33
World Ind - Waist World Ind - Inseam		22-25 24	25-26 25	26-28 25	28-29 26

General Gloves & Mitts Sizing

Put your hand flat on a table. Measure your hand across the knuckles, thumb excluded, for normal glove size. Those at the lower end of the size, who want a closer fit, order one size smaller. Those at the upper end of the size, who want a looser fit, order one size larger.

Size	S	M	L	XL
Hand Width	2.5-3"	3-3.5"	3.5-4"	4"+

Grenade brand gloves run small, so order a size larger than the size recommended on the chart.

Snowboard Helmet Sizing

Riders who wear helmets know they're smarter than those who don't. These days, helmets are lighter, more comfortable, and more protective than ever, with a decidedly no-dork factor. The helmet size is dependent upon the circumference of a rider's head. Measure across the temples just above the ears. Once again, keep growth in mind and do make room if the rider is young. Many times a beanie will be used in conjunction with the helmet, so keep that factor in mind as well. Sizing is as follows:

House / Lamar / LTD

Size	S	M	L	XL
Head Circumfrence	55-56cm (21 1/2" - 21 3/4" in.)	57-58cm (22 1/4" - 22 2/3" in.)	59-60cm (23 - 23 3/8" in.)	61-62cm (23 3/4 - 24 1/8" in.)

Red Skycap

Size	S	M	L	XL
Head Circumfrence	56cm (21 3/4" in.)	58cm (22 2/3" in.)	60cm (23 3/8" in.)	62cm (24 1/8 in.)

Protec

Size	S	M	L	XL
Head Circumfrence	53-54cm (20 2/3" - 21" in.)	55-56cm  (21 1/2" - 21 3/4" in.)	57-58cm (22 1/4" - 22 2/3" in.)	59-60cm (23" - 23 3/8" in.)

Red Buzzcap

Size	Youth Small/Medium	Youth Medium/Large
Head Circumfrence	52cm (20 1/3" in. )	54cm (21" in. )

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