Beiträge von rachelcoles

Any suggestions then....Maybe Lech, Mayrhofen or I'll have a look at Italy as it's not far away

Hi All,

Ich bin ein Snowboarder...

Ich möchte Ende Januar 2023 entweder nach Ischgl oder Sölden fahren, war aber noch nie in einem der beiden Skigebiete, daher bin ich mir nicht sicher, was besser ist. Ich war schon in Hintertux, Saalbach und Kaprun, also suche ich etwas Neues. Im Dezember dieses Jahres fahre ich nach Alpe d'Huez und im März bin ich nach Livigno eingeladen, also möchte ich etwas Lokales machen, da ich in Österreich lebe.

Ich bin nicht an schwarzen Pisten interessiert, sondern eher an blauen und roten Pisten und Pulverschnee. Ich bin über 50, also nicht wirklich an Partys interessiert (das habe ich alles schon gemacht :D), sondern einfach an einem schönen Ort, wo ich 5 Tage lang snowboarden, ein paar Drinks nehmen und mich entspannen kann. Mir ist klar, dass zu dieser Zeit des Jahres viel los ist.

Irgendwelche Vorschläge oder sogar irgendwo anders in Österreich.

I'm a snowboarder...

Looking to go to either Ischgl or Sölden end of January 2023 but never been to either so I'm not sure which is better. I've been to Hintertux, Saalbach and Kaprun so looking for somewhere new. I'm doing Alpe d'Huez in December this year and been invited to Livigno next March so want to do something local as I live in Austria.

Not interested in black runs mainly blue and red and powder. I'm over 50 so not really into the partying (done all that ) , just somewhere nice to snowboard for 5 days, have a few drinks and just relax. I appreciate at that time of the year, it will be busy etc.

Any suggestions or even somewhere else in Austria.

The UK wasn't to bad, except for the weather (constant rain), lived near Manchester and constantly having to use your car. Not like here in Graz, I walk everywhere, just love been back home.. but the UK did give me good job opportunities.

South Africa - Different place altogether... It has turned very violent in the last few years, the last time I visited 9yrs ago, even I was afraid and vowed never to return. I do feel sorry for the people. I have friends and family over there and some have been attacked, robbed at home and broad daylight. It is sad as it's a beautiful country.

I did happen to study to Lausanne a long time ago - loved the city and Switzerland.

Hi SixyNiner and Pillowhead,

Here's the kicker!!! lol

I'm Austrian, born in Graz : D

Raised in South Africa and then lived in the UK for the last 22yrs hence the English. Busy learning German again as it's really rusty

Returned to Graz in April for good and just loving been back home. Used to visited twice a year to see family. Being trying to return home for the last 5 years but life got in the way and this thing called 'Covid'.......

I'll definitely let you know how I get on, super excited about it.

I'll have a look at the Burton Felix but don't forget I'm the budget girl lol (spent my money on the board )

Also thought of the K2 Belief but most definitely going to try some on and see what fits and is comfortable.

Morning,

Thank you both (SixtyNiner and Pillowhead) for your help and advice in getting the right board for me.

I purchased a Jones Dreamcatcher 154 and bindings so hopefully it will all arrive on Friday

Got all the other gear, except boots as I'm waiting until the shops start suppling winter stuff so I can try on a few pairs.

Booked a week in late November to go snowboarding so all good

Thank you again for the advice

Morning All,

The Dreamcatcher is the one, I'd like to get.

Been looking and the best price I can get on a 20/21 is €375 for a 154

You can appreciate as much as I say, you cannot put a price on enjoyment, not point in spending over the odds on something and who doesn't like a good bargain

If you can find one cheaper I'll be grateful

Hi SixtyNiner,

I found these two Dream Catcher boards, I think I'm leaning towards the 154. The dimensions are basically the same but as I wear a size 40 boot it might be better even even through the width difference is minimal (What do you think?)

I know it's exceeding my budget but I'd rather spend extra money to make sure I get the correct board and bindings, cannot put a price on enjoyment

Dream Catcher 154

Dream Catcher 151

PillowTalk,

Looked at the Janes Flagship and it might be a little aggressive for me at the moment. Something to work my way up to

Hi Pillowhead,

Another review of the Dream Catcher and it looks overall the better board compared to the Yes and Salomon. I did a comparison on the below website.

Review of Dream Catcher

The length of the board.....

I was told to look for a board between 149-153 so either the 151 or 154 should be ok. Did looks at the specs for the Jones around the shoe size and both would be fine, maybe more room on 154. Actually I like the colours on the 154

Hi SixtyNiner (Naughty lol)

My preferred stance is 21.5" - 22"

Hi Pillowhead (Cool name),

Thank you for the advice around the board and bindings.

I did have a look at the Jones Dream Catcher and looks like an all round board which I'm looking for. great reviews on it. Seen a Jones Dream Catcher 151 (2019-2020) for around €300.

Also like the look of the following as well and what do you think?

Yes Hello (20/21) 152

Salomon Wonder (2022) 152

They both seem good all round mountain boards and reviews.

So much to choice from and I fully understand how you can end up buying more gear constantly lol

My snowboard

New to snowboarding so any help will be greatly appreciated.

I have looked at loads of boards and I'm now totally confused....Especially around size and profile. So much information out there....

Live in Austria.

I'm looking for:

[x] Snowboard

[x] Snowboard binding

- [] normal ratchet

- [] Quick start systems (Flow / Cinch / Expresso / Fastec)

[] Snowboard boots (The rule number 1 is still: try on in the store !!

[] Other (protectors, snowboard goggles, snowboard pants, snowboard jacket, etc.)

Snowboard length: (so far)

Been looking at between 152-155

Your body weight:

68/70kg +-150lbs

Height:

180cm (5.10") Long legs

Man Woman:

Woman

Shoe size / boot size in Mondopoint and Euro:

(if boots are already available, please also indicate the outer length in cm)

Euro 40

US 9

UK 7

Price limit: from: XXX - to: XXX EUR

up to € 400 for board and bindings

Driving level:

Good wake boarder/water ski and can skateboard as well - good sense of balance

[x] Beginner (1 day to 6 days of experience on the board)

[x] slightly advanced (you can get down easy / medium slopes without problems)

[] advanced (you can tackle all slopes and have a safe, good driving technique)

[] Professional (whether carving, powder sprays or tricks in the park, you've found your style)

Driving style / area of use - in percent:

If you are looking for a very special board, for example for rails or for the backcountry, just enter 100%.

Looking for All Mountain. Not into Park or Rails

[x] Slope []%

[x] Deep snow / backcountry []%

[] Park (kicker / pipe) []%

[] Rails []%

If you are looking for a board: Would you like to switch a lot with it?

[] Yes

[x] Not really

Special requests:

Looking for a board I can use in All Mountain from Beginner though to Intermediate, want to use it in the resort and out on the mountains as my experience improves. Might be asking a lot

Rachel