The Truth About Wide Snowboards, You Might Not Need One!

When it comes to wide snowboards there is a lot of mis-information running around the internet. Matt shows you first hand with undisputable facts on why you might not NEED a wide board for your specific boot size.
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[@32srt32]

glad you found home at peter glenn!

[@PeterGlennSports]

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[@user-yt9qq2ot1o]

Whoa! You really got me to take a look at my setup. I’m an 11.5 boot (currently on Salomon Dialogue), so I bought a W board thinking I needed it. When I looked at the angles that my heel and toe would need in order to drag me down, I know that there’s no way I’m catching a boot edge at my skill level. I could probably ride a regular width board. That opens up a lot of possibilities for me since I’m also slim and tall in body size! Thank you for taking the time to send this message!

[@PeterGlennSports]

No worries, glad it helped.

[@petrolmariz7657]

Thanks for sharing the video! It was really helpful for me. I wish you all the best!

[@PeterGlennSports]

No worries, glad it helped

[@masondixon1718]

Thanks Matt... Glad to see you're still able to do your thing with Peter Glenn.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Much appreciated, definitely stoked!

[@jurajland]

Great video! Exactly what I needed! Thank you.

[@PeterGlennSports]

No worries, glad it helped!

[@jackv7094]

Super glad you considered sinking in snow and slope angle, because that's always been something I think about

[@PeterGlennSports]

Glad it was helpful!

[@teslasteve2]

Your videos are incredibly informative and helpful. We all really appreciate it!!!

[@PeterGlennSports]

🙏 much appreciated!

[@imcg2334]

Awesome video. Exactly the info i was looking for. Thanks mucho!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Glad it helped!

[@6to8john]

Was wondering where you were gonna end up!!! Glad to see you here!

[@PeterGlennSports]

🙏

[@jeffwade9353]

Great vid! Glad you covered preference as well. I'm an example of the smaller boot (8.5), wider board rider (157W). I know I would be even more nimble on a slimmer board, but you get used to the extra effort riding a wide board and I don't even notice it after a bit of riding. It was definitely difficult to turn the first day on the 157W Deep Thinker.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Exactly, to each their own. Thanks for the comment!

[@EwokyBalboa]

I have the free thinker (and size 12 boot) and love the board but got to the point that I was dragging my toes deep carving on groomers and went wild and ordered a donek with a 30cm waist and it was certainly interesting first few turns, probably similar experience to your 8.5s on a commercial "wide"

[@maceisthegreatest]

Most hopeful video ive ever watched thank you 😭😭

[@PeterGlennSports]

No worries, glad it helped!

[@ernesto006]

I ride 27.5 waist board with 9.5 boots. 27.5 seems to be the sweetspot for me and a lot of people carving with that boot size. I use that setup in all conditions and the edge to edge speed isn't an issue. I first took that route because of carving. You are right most people don't need that wide of a board. It all came with a lot of trial and error to find the right setup.

[@PeterGlennSports]

👍

[@loicl.l.lavoie]

👍

[@joeatwest]

this video is so good man!

[@PeterGlennSports]

🙏 much appreciated

[@STAyTHIrstyMyFREind]

This is a really great video! Thanks once again! 🙏🏾

[@PeterGlennSports]

No worries, thanks for checking it out

[@cash_gaming5766]

I have an 11.5 boot but I've been eyeing the CAPiTA Aeronaut 159 that has a 256 waist width. Would be the narrowest board I've ever ridden... Still not pulling the trigger yet but you definitely made me feel more confident that its not too small!

[@PeterGlennSports]

I rode that board with a size 11 boot and zero issues. Definitely one of my favorite board for 23/24. Enjoy the ride!

[@josesbox9555]

@@PeterGlennSportsI wear a 13 and I’m looking at the same board. I’m about 6’ even. I’ve heard you really have to ride the hell out of that thing.

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@josesbox9555 It's a pretty rad board for sure but it's not super aggressive like the BSOD. I'd say you "can" ride the hell out of it, but its not so aggressive that you "have" to. If that makes any sense 🤷‍♂

[@josesbox9555]

@@PeterGlennSports Makes total sense. 👍

[@joshuak5757]

Great video Dude. Incredibly helpful. I was having a nervous breakdown when i put my large est Malavitas on a burton antler 157.5 length and i noticed the toe hang. Coincidentally my antler board is 251 waist width and I have size 12 boots so this video, visual aid and your explanations were very helpful. I was concerned I needed to pull my bindings more toward the heel side edge to prevent toe overhang or get a different board. In your visual aid the bindings look completely centered on that board. Should i have the est binding in the red reference line?

[@PeterGlennSports]

It’s all about the boots, just make sure that your toes and heel are hanging off the same amount. Check out this video about adjusting your bindings to boots 👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6HGeKaGnNaKj7s

[@christopherrichard9455]

I have 10.5 men’s boot and a 25.6 cm wide board. I centered my bindings, and I’m at a +15, -3. I have overhang but not a ton. I’m going to the mountain tomorrow and I will see if it is too much. You gave me some good confidence though thank you for this vid!

[@PeterGlennSports]

No worries, enjoy the ride

[@moobox]

Hey man what did you find? I'm 10.5 and trying to decide if 25.4cm will be enough or if I'll need to go with a wide 26.2

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@moobox just like Matt said in the video no need for a wide unless you are size 12+

[@Miikeeeyyyy]

Great video! I have size 13 boot but I use Ride twin pig 157 as my park board!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Perfect, yeah those Twinpigs are definitely a little wider than usual but surprisingly quick edge to edge

[@eelcodevries7654]

finally some good explanation. Thank you

[@PeterGlennSports]

No worries, glad it helped!

[@NorthEast_Rider]

Binding footbeds matter. Those footbeds are thick. gnu bindings are very thin for instance and will have your boots dragging before those bindings with thicker beds would. Good to keep in mind.

[@PeterGlennSports]

100%, the angle of the toe ramp as well!

[@ericnichols9]

This, combined with boot choices. Some boots are longer than others even at the same size. Also sizing changes model to model and brand to brand you might be a size 12 in one and an 11.5 in another. I've had size 12 Burtons that dragged, swapped back to 32's and they didn't. The next round I went to the 32 TM2's because I could just get my toes into a 11.5 without it hurting in the TM2 but not in the Lashed and that helped get my footprint down even more.

[@reprep2353]

This was some really great info!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Thanks, glad it helped

[@PeterGlennSports]

Thanks, glad it helped

[@user-jo9yv7zi4u]

Awesome to see Matt again, and these new informative videos are INCREDIBLE! I just wonder if he moved down to Florida though? Flat and warm all year isn’t the best combination for stellar powder days…

[@PeterGlennSports]

Haha, thanks for the love! I did not move to Florida I’m actually up in Northern Michigan now. Definitely going to have more “on snow” time and be able to test more gear!!

[@UniQue1992]

Love your channel, subbed! I have a question, maybe you can help with. I recently bought the Bataleon Goliath 159, I wear boot size EU 43 (= US 10), I didn't make a mistake by not buying a wide board right?

[@PeterGlennSports]

Not at all, like Matt said in the video 12 is really the tipping point for NEEDING a wide.

[@strivingtolearn4614]

thank you, helps a lot

[@PeterGlennSports]

Glad it helped!!

[@bullred9498]

Dude this video helped so much, I was really wanting the aeronaut at first in the 159 or 61 with a size 12, don’t see myself carving that low ever no matter how good I am, don’t really want to either lol thoughts?

[@PeterGlennSports]

The Aeronaut is definitely a dope board and you'll be fine with a 12. The 161 even has as a 25.9 waist which is the width of some "wide" boards on the market.

[@TheFreddy3344]

love preferring the heelside! highbacks forward a bit to engage them. wonderful info, size 13+ should go wide. I see those ride bindings! Can't wait to try out my a-9's. I have the opposite problem with small feet. Using medium bindings with size 7.5 boot required me to strap in too tight. These small a-9's feel and look amazing. They sit the boot high with lots of padding but it's also stiff! Best of both worlds?

[@PeterGlennSports]

A9's are definitely rad bindings! SUPER responsive!!

[@anatolyloegering547]

I have a size 10 boots and looking at getting my very own new board! And I plan on just going with standard size!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Perfect, enjoy the ride!

[@NoiceB8M8]

Valuable points, but if you’ve ever had a setup where you’ve had bootout, you’ll do whatever you can to avoid it haha It’s the WORST.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Definitely not fun, especially on icy days

[@arcvigaming8198]

I'm 6'8", 225 and a size 13 boot. I knew from the get-go that I was a W board guy lol

[@PeterGlennSports]

100%

[@robcarr8505]

I loved my k2 fat bob but the edge kept ripping out. I had to return a few of them. That was the answer to heel and toe drag. My first actual snowboard boot was the airwalk boot. The didn't offer the same support as the boots nowadays.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Haha, my first boots were Airwalk too. Like wearing thick, tall shoes. 😆

[@scottyp539]

Great Video!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Thanks!

[@Maarxman]

oh hell yeah its Matt

[@PeterGlennSports]

😉👍

[@alexgold4000]

I bought a normal width board, Capita DOA 154, with 12 size boots. I will let you know how it went in a few days lol. Update: I managed to downsize my boot to 10.5 (US). I had 3cm heels hangout, and 1 or 2 cm toes hangout. Had no trouble going down red slopes and breaking hard. I don't do extreme carvings.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Rip it!

[@user-fi9py6ii7z]

Awesome vid! Wondering what size board I should go with for Ride Algorythm Snowboard 2024. 6’0 180lb. Size 11 boot. 154 or 157? I was thinking 155W but after this vid def not i just want a playful feel thanks!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Honestly I wouldn’t go any smaller than the 161. www.peterglenn.com/product/ride-algorhythm-snowboard-mens

[@user-fi9py6ii7z]

@@PeterGlennSports Thank you!!

[@JorgeRamos-uw5de]

Hello! Thank you for the video! I’m 6’3, 165lb, 10us, and could use some more input. I’m currently deciding between a Bataleon 161w (26.9) or 164w (27.2) and Burton 165 (27.0). I think I understand I don’t need a wide board though I was given a Burton 165w when renting and I had a ton of fun on it. Thoughts? Thank you in advance.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Just like Matt said in the video you don’t need a wide board with a size 10 but it’s completely up to you if you want to get one

[@mannyjimenez2619]

So I went to a local snowboard shop near me and I ended up getting the Bataleon Goliath in a size 158W. I’m 5’9 and weigh 210 and I wear a size 9.5 boots and they recommended the 158W which I had difficulty riding. I used my buddies 157 Bataleon Evil Twin board and barely fell and was having an easier time controlling the board. Is the 158W board way too big of a board for me? I want to contact the shop and see if I can exchange the board for one my size but i don’t know if they’ll accept that return/exchange since I used the board. Thank you for your time!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Yeah you definitely don’t need a wide board. You can try always try to exchange 🤷‍♂️. Can’t hurt to ask the worst they can say is no

[@briancallahan8430]

Hi there. Love the content. I’m 6’2” 200 lbs with size 13 boots. Intermediate riding +15/-15 angles. What’s the minimum width size you think I could get away with?

[@PeterGlennSports]

I would just stick with any of the “wide” specific models when you are looking at boards or like Matt said in the video boards with waist widths in that are upper 25 getting into 26

[@briancallahan8430]

Thank you!

[@fridaytwilight]

I feel I one that this video doesn't fully apply to. But as a size 12 rider who started in the early 90's I figured I should reply. I moved to a more serious set up around 2000. Its was a 164 wide board from ride. It could rip a carve great but wasn't overly fun in tighter stuff. 2005 I moved to a regular board and it was fine at a160 length. I am 6ft 180lbs. Much more fun to be on. I Had no issues on steeps carving over and dragging my hand. I've done the board tilt thing and also determined that it would be a nasty carve to lean that far. I've always wondered just how steep it would need to be for that to be an issue, pretty damn steep that most inbound terrain just doesnt have I assume. But still to this day when I look at boards wide stuff is still recommend or the volume shifted stuff. I don't know... that said the waist width is something that always bothered me. I don't care what the waist width is, at least for sizing. Would rather know the width at the binding mounts as boards have different side cuts. I think some provide this but rarely. Thanks for confirming what I found out for myself over the years.

[@PeterGlennSports]

👏♥️

[@danielmauldin9699]

Im an intermediate progressing pretty quick and looking into buying my first board and I was thinking the rome warden. Im 6’4 175 and an 11.5 boot size, would you say a 157W would be a good choice for me?

[@PeterGlennSports]

Warden is a pretty cool board but like Matt said in the video you don’t necessarily NEED a wide board. Also for your height I’d go with something a bit longer. Check out this video about board sizing for a great visual explanation-> How To Choose The Right Size Snowboard kzbin.info/www/bejne/n56qhHyfrJKph6M

[@tylerthomas7560]

Very insightful video, wish I had done more digging before I bought. For someone 6'2 230lb and size 12 boot, would a 163 be better than a 161W?

[@PeterGlennSports]

Depends on the board but like Matt said in the video, whatever 163 you are looking at will probably already have a waist width that is plenty wide for your 12’s so check that out because in general a board in the mid 160’s is going to fit your height/weight much better.

[@tylerthomas7560]

@@PeterGlennSports Much appreciated!

[@mtb_ryan]

So, I'm 6' and 165lbs size 11 boot. Looking for another board to complement my 155 name dropper. That board is a lot of fun, but as I've gotten older I really want more of an all mountain hard charger, something that's going to carve like a knife, but still hit side hits and good sized jumps. The name dropper gets a little squirrely at high speed through the chatter and it becomes a lot of work to get that thing to carve hard at speed (especially heel side). Was looking at the burton custom camber and was wondering what size you'd recommend? Was thinking either 158 or 158W, wide only because it feels like my heels can dig into the snow sometimes on really hard heel edge carves on the name dropper (maybe just the nature of that board being rocker and softer?) My stance is centered on that board, heel/toe overhang, but maybe I don't need a wide board? Let me know what you think. Thanks!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Yeah definitely no need for the wide with a size 11. I would bump up to the 162 though. You are on the lighter side for your height but you still have a higher center of gravity and more leverage over the board. Plus if you are keeping the Name Dropper for park/chill riding the 158 is too close in size. You’ll want a little more stability for high speed riding and carving. Check out this video about sizing for a great visual explanation especially about being lighter for your height -> How To Choose The Right Size Snowboard kzbin.info/www/bejne/n56qhHyfrJKph6M

[@mtb_ryan]

Right on, thanks!@@PeterGlennSports

[@hsizadam]

Thanks for this. I am riding 162 (not wide) Libtech TRS C2, i bought this when I am novice, didn't now much about overhang and booting out. Now I can carve a little bit but I have overhang with my 10.5 boots. Never booted out but I have at least 3-3,5cm overhang. I'm still a little worried, I don't know what should I do when I improve my carving more. Feel a little confused right now.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Just like Matt said in the video, having your toes/heels hanging off is not a bad thing it’s just super important that your foot is centered. With a 10.5 you will have PLENTY of clearance and unless you are laying out super hard carves there’s nothing to worry about. Enjoy the ride!

[@hsizadam]

@@PeterGlennSports thanks for your informing reply. i am not that advanced rider right now but still i am less worried now about carving

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@hsizadam enjoy the ride!!!

[@theneighbor4209]

I’m an intermediate snowboarder who is 6’1, 180 lbs, and wears size 11.5 boots with large Ride Capo bindings. I’m considering purchasing the Ride Shadowban (a do it all set back quiver killer with mostly rocker), but are torn between the 157 which has a waist width of 254mm, and the 160W which has a waist width of 260mm and is perfect for my weight according to rides sizing chart. Which out of the two would you recommend for my specs? If I got the 160W would it add that much of a difference that I would have a hard time turning, especially in trees?

[@PeterGlennSports]

Honestly I’d suggest the 161.

[@theneighbor4209]

@@PeterGlennSports is a 161 not too long though? Especially if I want to make quick turns through trees and do butters, jibs, and spins in the park?

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@theneighbor4209 not at all, we’re talking centimeters here so even from a 157 to 161 we’re only talking 4cm. The biggest thing you’ll notice is more spring, edge hold, and most importantly stability. Check out the “sizing” video, especially around the 4:30 mark for a great visual explanation-> kzbin.info/www/bejne/n56qhHyfrJKph6Msi=g0wLSPGFwRWvVy2J

[@Christianswogger]

I’m 6’4 200lb size 13 boot I’ve been riding a normal 165 to learn on but my toe hangs off a ton I think I need a wide board

[@PeterGlennSports]

Yeah definitely couldn’t hurt

[@JS-fb6ww]

I have a size 12 boot and 2.2 CM toe and heel overhang on my medium wide 262mm arbor element. Do you think this is too much where I'll boot out? There's so much conflicting information out there on snowboarding forum and other websites and videos. Some say you won't boot overhang another say that the boot should come right to the edge of the board.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Yeah, you will be more than fine. As you se in the video Matt had a size 12 on a much narrower board

[@weeatnoise7079]

Hi glen , how important is to follow the kg recommendation from the manufacturer. I have an 160cm snowboard that can handle up to 78kg. When I was 100 kg I was falling a lot and I couldn't stop

[@PeterGlennSports]

Those can be good numbers to look at but not something to dwell on. As you have experienced just like Matt said in the video, heavier riders need either bigger or stiffer boards under their feet.

[@ADeleven]

Hi, I'm 205lbs size 12.5 shoes, I rented a board last season that was 160 which was fine, but I'm looking to purchase 158 or 159. Do you think that's too small? Or I should stick to 160(like the one I rented)? I'm looking for something easier to turn so I can carve and go edge to edge easier.

[@PeterGlennSports]

It depends on the board, how tall are you?

[@ADeleven]

@@PeterGlennSports 6'0"

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@ADeleven Honestly at 6' 205 you might want to stick with boards in the low 160-164 range unless you are planning on getting a board for only riding park. Check out this video about sizing for a great explanation about proper sizing -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/n56qhHyfrJKph6M

[@ADeleven]

@@PeterGlennSports appreciate the help 🙏

[@oliverchang2002]

this was the video I was looking for! I'm 175-180lbs, 5'10" and I was freaking out thinking I needed a wide board as I wear a 9.5 ride deadbolt zonaland I see the overhang of the boots on the board as I ride 15/0 regular stance. A lot of articles/people are recommending wide boards for stability, etc and toe/heel drag, but looking at those angles most people will never hit those carves, which is why the video was so helpful - i probably won't, maybe in a few more seasons, if ever... So I'll end up sticking with the 159cm Ride Mountain Pig (252ww) instead of the 160w (261ww), and I also considered the 162cm at 257ww. Would you agree with my sizing or do you think differently? I haven't used the board yet so still able to return the 159cm, if needed..

[@PeterGlennSports]

You’ll be good to go on the 159, nailed it perfectly. Enjoy the ride!

[@felipe2fp]

nice details! I actually have the opposite problem: 5'8 heigh, 140lbs, but US mens 7.5 boots (25.5cm mondo feet). I'm currently using womens boards, 152cm with 24.2cm wide. What do you think? what would be the max width I could ride without too many problems?

[@PeterGlennSports]

With a 7.5 I for sure wouldn’t look for wider boards

[@markw76]

Im a 295 lb, 5' 11", size 12 Burton boot, beginner. I have the 161w Skink ape from a couple years back. Does this make sense for me? I did a couple of days at keystone last year on it and it seemed fine, but maybe there are better options?

[@PeterGlennSports]

You should be fine on that board. Ideally you'd want something a little closer to the mid 160's would give you more stability and edge hold. Especially as you start riding at faster speeds. Another grerat option is volume shift boards, where you can have a board that is a little closer to your height requirements but feel like bigger boards under your feet. Check out this video about those -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqbImYKqgLinhMk

[@navg1409]

One pro about getting a Wide board is having that extra stability on jump landings, correct?

[@PeterGlennSports]

That is true, wider boards do give you a little more float in deep snow too but not enough to sacrifice your daily riding for most of your average riders.👍

[@jessekelker]

Man, great video but now I’m second guessing my recent purchase of the Mega Death. I bought a 161W based on the weight recommendation and the customer service rep primarily. I’m 5’11”, 205lbs, 11.5 size boot. The range for that board is up to 210 with everything else up to 200. You think it’s worth trying to exchange? I don’t want to sacrifice much pop, but maneuverability is probably more important. I appreciate your thoughts!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Up to you, I personally am 5'11" 200lbs with a size 11 boot and rode the 159 with zero issues. Also like Matt said in the video. Depending on your exact skill level and how hard you are actually carving you might not need the wide.

[@ZenSendsMedia]

I basically started riding on a 165w twin camber for the total 8 days i have ridden snowboard and was ripping black diamonds the last 4 days. I'm so excited to see what switching to a narrower and slightly shorter board does for my riding and hope that how hard i had to work to carve the previous board lets me absolutely rip this season!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Sounds good! We actually have a GREAT video about board sizing dropping on the 16th. Stay tuned!

[@gboates]

I went from a 164W Burton Custom X to a 160 K2 Alchemist. My new 10.5 Burton Ion boots have a super small template. I use posi on the front foot and slightly posit on the rear as I love jamming those side hits. What a great sport!

[@rileyschnare5191]

I’m 6’ 180lb size 10 boot, just bought an all mountain lobster deck 158w (26.6 width) that’s shaped like a directional twin and slightly on the stiffer side of medium. My thoughts were with 3bt, added width and stiffness I could take a true twin board and make it perform a little better in powder/freeride especially if I adjust my binding positions, but still be an all mountain and park board. Also in the end it’s only 1.2cm wider than my other all mountain deck. I was wondering if I was on to something with the thought process or have I just wasted my time and money haha

[@PeterGlennSports]

Just like Matt said in the video, it can be all personal preference. The extra width is going to still make the board slower edge to edge for your size 10 boots. In all honesty I would have suggested a standard width board with a little more length.

[@keyniekwan7662]

Need your opinion on the new capita Megadeath. Smallest size is 156cm, worried about the with being too wide for me. I’m 5’4, weigh 150lbs with gear, wears size 8 boots. Planning to use it as my all mountain freeride board. For comparison My current daily quiver is a custom 150cm and my freeride powder board is a 147 Libtech orca. I’m a intermediate aggressive rider but I think the 156 will be too wide especially in between trees, carving. Thanks!

[@PeterGlennSports]

It definitely might feel a little sluggish but one thing that is good to note. If you can handle the aggressiveness of the Mega Death then you will be able to handle the extra width. If you are not sure, you might be better off on something like a 152 HTH for an all mtn/freeride style board. Hometown Hero: www.peterglenn.com/product/burton-family-tree-hometown-hero-snowboard-mens-1

[@keyniekwan7662]

@@PeterGlennSports that’s what I thought. And great recommendation on the the HTH. You’ve been great as always. Thanks again.

[@BaltoUAG]

I have a 9.5 size boots and a 156 -regular size- snowboard. Do you think I need a wide board?

[@PeterGlennSports]

Not at all, like Matt said in the video even a size 12 doesn’t necessarily need a wide

[@cryololz]

Hello ! Im close to buy a Jones Mountain Twin 156W or 157 but i can't decide. A very experienced (ex pro 2000ish) neighbor told me to get the 156W but all the shops seem to tell me to go 157 instead as it would be a mistake going wide. Im 177cm 80kg boot size 27 MP (Nitro anthem). My feet size 268mm but my boot overall is near 300mm, measuring outside. It is equivalent to US9 at nitro but ive tried Salomon boots and im equivalent to a US10 there to be more comfy. I would have it mounted with Union Force bindings, or STR. The board waist width doesnt seem to have a huge difference from regular to wide (1cm ish) but given i keep my boards 10 years i really want to be sure lmao. Im more of a slope- all mountain guy, i have some experience (been riding for 15 years but im something like average imo. All slopes, bit of powder, small rotations like 360 on bumps). For now i ride a Apo Line 157 and i have 2cm hang from the board each front and back, and some shops (waxing) told me it was a bit much. Thank you very much and sorry for the inconvenience !

[@PeterGlennSports]

Like Matt said and demonstrated in the videoin the video, it's all personal preference but there is no need for a wide board unless your foot is over a size 12. As long as your boots are centered on the board you will be more than fine, especially with a size 9-10US. Also if you are having trouble figuring out your boots size, check out this video that shows you how to know if you have the correct fit no matter what sizing guide you are following -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJ-xZ3iEh96ieMU In addition, here is a video about adjusting your bindings to boots which includes centering your foot -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6HGeKaGnNaKj7s Hope this helps, enjoy the ride

[@efemdesign]

I love my 161w libtech but its run down lol. size 13 boots stepons. 8 years riding. travel for it. cut thru the slopes often. I also do double blacks ( Snowbird), Mammoth is home mountain looking at the STUMP APE 161, its essentially wider than my favorite. but was looking at skunk ape 170UW

[@PeterGlennSports]

That’s a BIG board!!

[@miguel-mg7pg]

thinking of buying a burton custom that has 250 waist width. i have a 10.5 boot. do you think that size is ok or i need the wide version with a 258 waist?????

[@PeterGlennSports]

Like Matt said in the video, size 12 is the tipping point for NEEDING a wide board

[@tapostol25]

Is it beneficial to use a wide board for powder days? I’m a size 12 and when I use my trick pony 158 I feel my toes or heels dragging..

[@PeterGlennSports]

In powder you can definitely benefit from a wider board. A board turns different in deep snow, its much easier. Kind of think about how surfboard or wakeboard turns in water.

[@tapostol25]

@@PeterGlennSports thanks.. if I do go for a wider board can I go down in size?

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@tapostol25 You can but you'll find that most pow boards are already going to be volume shifted so just go with the recommended size

[@johnnyboyy909]

Hey dude wanted to get your thoughts on something. Wear 13/14 depending on boot.. looking at the bsod 159 that has a 259 waist or mega merc with a 266. Think it would cause any issues if I lay it down on a 159? Running posi posi with my bindings

[@PeterGlennSports]

It depends on your angles but I might still go with a wide version. How tall are you and how much do you weigh?

[@johnnyboyy909]

@@PeterGlennSports I’m 6’2 180, got my feet set at +21 and +6

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@johnnyboyy909 In all honesty at 6'2" especially with a freeride board you are probably going to want a little more under your feet. Personally I'm 5'11" 195 and I wouldn't ride any smaller than the 162. I'd bump up to the 165w and you'll 100% not have to worry about any issues with the width as well.

[@robertmisiuk7137]

With a size 12 foot, I have a regular width board for groomed slopes and a wide board for powder and ungroomed. Sink way too much on the regular width in deep powder.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Wide boards definitely can benefit you in the pow. It's much easier to turn a wide board when you are IN the snow instead of ON the snow. In pow a snowboard uses more of the flex of the board into a rockered shape to turn, much like a wakeboard or surfboard.👍

[@nicklarson8575]

I am built like a tree trunk at 6'2" 215-225 lbs, but have a size 10 foot. I have actually considered a wide due to my size and not my foot size. I would really love to demo a normal and wide board back to back to see if I can tell much of a difference.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Yeah, you definitely don't need a wider board. You are a pretty average weight for your height so really any standard width board that fits you will be good. You can also offest that a bit just by checking out medium/stiff to stiff boards. 👍

[@nicklarson8575]

@@PeterGlennSports Yeah, I have been riding for 28 years now and have never ridden a wide. I guess I would just like to feel the difference. I ride a Capita BSOD, so a fairly still board. I was looking into the Salomon Huck Knife Pro and seems like I exceed the recommended weight limit for the 159, but not the 159 wide which I thought was kind of odd.

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@nicklarson8575 Yeah, thats the hard part about wide boards, with the little extra width "technically" it will hold a little more weight but then the board is slower edge to edge and harder to push the edge in without a bigger foot. If you are looking at more all mountain/park style boards like the Huck Knife pro I'd look at the Never Summer Proto Ultra 160. Twin Tip, park shape but with more all mountain style guts and slightly stiffer than most boards with a similar riding style-> www.peterglenn.com/product/never-summer-proto-ultra-snowboard-mens-1

[@Phampham453]

Just got the vans infuse size 10. Their footprint is actually almost identical to my previous thirtytwo TM2 in size 11 (I sized them wrong, Oops). Should I go for the Jones mountain twin in 160 (25.7cm waist width) or 162W (26.3cm waist width)? Thanks!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Just like Matt said in the video, no need for a wide with anything 12 or under. Just personal preference at that point.

[@W-rq8pl]

Hello, what would you suggest (179 lbs, 6‘, 10.5 boots: Aeronaut 159 with 256 waist Aeronaut 161 with 259 waist Is the 159 too narrow for the 10.5 boots? Thanks for your help!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Like Matt said in the video neither of those 2 boards is too narrow for a 10.5 but you are going to want to go with the 161 for your height/weight.

[@W-rq8pl]

Thanks for your advice

[@scottyp539]

Got a New APO (Apocalypse?) board that has a crazy reference stance, think it's a French company. It was a 2014 Monster ridden by Sage K. in the 2014 Olympics got gold. Know anything about these boards??? as not a lot on the internet about this company. Thanks!

[@PeterGlennSports]

Yeah, definitely a smaller European company. Never got to see one in person, haven't seen one out on the market since 2015-2016

[@JS-fb6ww]

With an inch ir slightly less of overhang, Isn't it going to boot out and deeper powder snow as opposed to artificial packed?

[@PeterGlennSports]

When you get into deep powder the snow is light an fluffy and you are not digging in with your edges like you do on harder packed snow. The softer the snow is the less you are actually carving hard and as you carve your board is sliding away from the carve more making a wider cut in the snow where there is slightly more room for your boot. And if you get into some of those slushy conditions where there is some harder snow underneath 9 times out of 10 its deep enough to hit you boot wether its hanging off the board or not. Hopefully that makes sense, I might have to make a follow up video actually 🤔

[@jondaneshgar344]

I wear an 11 size boot. What cm length should I being looking for?

[@PeterGlennSports]

No specific cm width. Just keep in mind when you are shopping for a board, in your correct size that you don't need to get a "wide" (if the board comes in a specific wide version)

[@ryanschmidt7691]

I need to share with too many of my friends❤

[@PeterGlennSports]

Show em the way!!! 😄

[@BLACKCLOUDFORD]

What about for weight... I'm 6'4" 260lbs sz 13 shoe /12.5 snow boot. I'm looking for a good beginner/intermediate board.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Definitely go for a wide board, something in the 165-169 range

[@gnar-ninja]

any videos on winged highback benefits?

[@PeterGlennSports]

Nothing yet, the winged highbacks are basically to give you a little extra something to lean on. Whether its for more leverage on presses when riding boxes and rails or for a little extra lateral stability on landings.

[@mirodohring1989]

i got size 10.5 boots and want to buy the capita doa (154cm, 25.0cm waistwith). My feet will grow to maybe 11.5. Is it okay to buy the 154 or should i consider the 155cm wide version (25.8 waistwith) or the 156cm board (25.2cm waistwith)?

[@PeterGlennSports]

How tall are you and what is your weight?

[@mirodohring1989]

@@PeterGlennSports I am 5‘11 and around 150 pounds

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@mirodohring1989 To be honest at that height especially if you are still growing you are going to want to go with at least the 158. Check out this video about sizing for a great visual explanation. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n56qhHyfrJKph6M

[@dont4get2wipe]

What model are those bindings?

[@PeterGlennSports]

Those are a Burton Genesis with a Malavita highback

[@Shizuia]

hmm just got a new set up, new boots, board and so now iam a bit scared it wont fit cause i dont wanted the wideboard cause of mobility xD i got 3,5 cm overhang at Backfoot, front +12 and back -12 degree got a 155 board mid is 251mm. Got an 11 Boot from Vans. But seems possible :D

[@PeterGlennSports]

Just make sure your foot is centered up on the board from toe to heel 👍 How To Properly Fit Your Snowboard Bindings To Your Boots kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6HGeKaGnNaKj7s

[@kyushka.]

hey, i wear size 12, ive been looking at a lago double barrel should i go with the 155 (25.3 waist) or 156w (26.7 waist), thanks

[@PeterGlennSports]

Up to you. Like Matt said in the video with a size 12 you can go either way, just depends on your preferences, riding style, and/or skill level. How tall are you and how much do you weigh?

[@kyushka.]

@@PeterGlennSports 6,2 185lbs

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@kyushka. for your size I would bump up a bit closed to the 160-162 range

[@kyushka.]

@@PeterGlennSports i have a board that size, im looking for a park board that can also work as an all mountain so im either gonna go with a 155 or 156 w just dont know which one to get

[@spencernash9568]

I wear a size 12 and went wide, it actually hurt my skill and performance. I shredded way harder on a normal waist size.

[@PeterGlennSports]

100% 👍

[@Irresponsibleful]

Is it size 12 us or uk ?

[@PeterGlennSports]

Size 12US

[@henri.lamotte]

I’m about to buy the bataleon evil twin+ 156W because it’s the only one in stock and it’s 200$ cheaper than the same model at other sites because its on sale. I’m 5’11 (and still growing) and 145lbs or 66kg. My boot is 10 and i’ve done a lot of research so i think it’s gonna work but some help would be greatly appreciated.

[@henri.lamotte]

Also i’m not sure if i should get a L/XL binding or a M/L

[@PeterGlennSports]

Honestly with a size there’s no need for the wide so it might feel a bit sluggish edge to edge. Also (especially if you are still growing) you might want a little longer board for more stability and pop. As for the bindings it depends on the size range for the specific bindings you are looking at. Check out this video for a great visual explanation How To Choose The Right Size Bindings For Your Snowboard kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2Wkh3eJrNlro7M

[@hunterhunter1267]

Im a size 17, 31cm inside the shoe. So i want a wide boars because my toties be scapin all the time

[@PeterGlennSports]

You DEFINITELY want a wide, I would actually check out the "Ultra Wides" (UW) from Lib Tech OR "Drag Free" (DF) boards from Never Summer

[@manuelmaka8083]

I hate wide boards, and everyone still says me I need it. I have size 11, and no, i won't be using a wide board

[@PeterGlennSports]

Definitely don’t need it 👍

[@shakejuntti8872]

I have US11 boot. What sizes Board is OK for you. Thinking to buy Salomln Hugh Knife but still thinking is it ok.

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@shakejuntti8872 Like Matt said in the video you don't need a wide version. Just find the size that fits you properly in a standard version.

[@vo3640]

riding boot 11 on 254 mm waist, i feel toe drag rarly only when a fresh snow covering with ice crust. but you really should have boot with small foot print

[@PeterGlennSports]

You know it! And even on those days when your board sinks in to that soft snow your toes are going to hit even if they weren't hanging off the board. Thanks for the watch and comment, keep ripping!

[@rraynor00]

How much overhang is too much?

[@PeterGlennSports]

It depends on your riding style and skill level but like Matt said in the video as long as its centered up properly, the overhang shouldn't be a huge issue with a regular width board unless you boot is 13 or larger.

[@ivankazimir9759]

what does UW mean?

[@PeterGlennSports]

The Lib Tech UW boards are “Ultra Wide” for those big riders with extra big feet

[@ivankazimir9759]

@@PeterGlennSports LIB TECH SKUNK APE II 2024 SNOWBOARD in 173UW is it a good board for a beginner 204 cm 115 kg 48.5 size

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@ivankazimir9759 It's for sure harder for big guys to have a good selection of boards but as long as you get the standard version and not the "camber" version they just released you will be fine. It is more of and intermedite to advanced board but with the forgiving bend of the C2 rocker/camber profile you will have a much easier time learning than on a traditional camber board. Check out this video for a great visual explanation on board profiles-> kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4uuYpaGdqmIqtk

[@ivankazimir9759]

@@PeterGlennSports thank you for your reply and your time

[@Paul-sk2pc]

I'm in a dilemma right now. Can’t decide to go with Burton Custom Camber in men 150cm or the women version (Feelgood Camber) in 152cm. The Men’s version has a waist of 248mm, which is wider than my US Men 7 feet. The women version’s 244mm seem to be a better fit foot wise, but the recommended load of 150~200lbs is more than what I weight (140lb, 5’7”). 😂

[@PeterGlennSports]

Go with the Custom you'll be fine. The width difference is 0.4cm which is 0.2cm on each side of your board. Not a big enough difference for anyone to notice. Plus when it comes to the mens vs womens all mountain boards theres a big difference in the core and shaping check this video for further explanation-> kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5vEgaCcbtyAfs0

[@melvindelrosario9503]

A good reminder that we are all not as good as Ryan Knapton! 😂

[@PeterGlennSports]

Exactly, 1% of the riders ride like him

[@MoxMisanthrope]

Size 15 Wide......

[@PeterGlennSports]

Gotta do whatcha gotta do 🤷‍♂️

[@NEEDLES929]

Thank You! Finally I can quit explaining this to people, and just share the video. Been screaming this since I was 15, with my size 13 boot! Lol

[@PeterGlennSports]

Share away, we won’t stop you at all 😂. Thanks for watching!

[@RyannataS]

I'm 6'8 and have size 15s. I do need a wide snowboard. Lol

[@PeterGlennSports]

Oh yeah, you def do!!

[@RyannataS]

@@PeterGlennSports custom everything, it sucks. Haha

[@PeterGlennSports]

@@RyannataS Definitely can be hard to find gear, but soooooo worth it to ride!!!!!

[@MrOmally01]

But what about how fat you are? Lol. I've been boarding for like two decades, I'm 5' 11" and 270 lbs. I've heard that wide boards can help with heavier people, I hit everything but the terrain park.

[@PeterGlennSports]

Technically it can but you are still are going to run into similar issues edge to edge. You might be better off getting a slightly longer, stiffer, or volume shifted board. Check out these two videos about the general sizing process and about volume shift boards. Matt talks about adjusting for heavier weights in both of them. Snowboard Sizing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n56qhHyfrJKph6M Volume Shift Board: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqbImYKqgLinhMk

[@user-ss8kh3bq4f]

❤❤❤

[@PeterGlennSports]

🙏