Beginner: Is this a good setup?

Question

2008 Burton Bullet 154, Burton Moto boots(black, size 11), Burton Custom bindings(black, size L). I'm a beginner but I thought it would be smart to just buy my stuff now so I can get use to the feel of my own eqiupment. I got some pants that are 3,000g waterproof. Are these good enough? I have everything but googles, because I can't figure out what color lens to get, and a coat. What color googles should I get? I have a Carhartt jacket. Do you think that is good enough? Or should I use something different?

Answer 1

depends.  board size depends on wieght and height.  A 154 - I would guess 5'7"ish and 150 lbs or around there is in the middle of the boards range.

THe first few runs will feel different and you may fall, but getting used to your own board, it is a good idea.

Pants depends on the weather when you go.  My pants are jsut water resistant, suits me jsut fine.  I don't sit down too much.  5k waterproof is usually standard, but I'd take 3k.

googles, color depends on conditions.  Really bright conditions you want darker goggles.  If your riding at night, you want clear.  I like yellow tinted googles - they work well in flat light.  Red works very well in bright conditions.  Supposedly mirror coatings help in birght conditions too, w/e.  A cheap pair of smith goggles would work well in most conditions - $20.  Or use sunglasses.

I have no idea what a carhartt jacket is but if its waterproof or at least water-resistant it will work well.  If it doesn't have much heft to it and its cold out, wear layers like a fleece or sweater or something.  Dressing in layers is always a good idea.

Worry more about good snow conditions than gear set-up.  Also have you considered getting a helmet or impact shorts.  Could lesson the hurt the day after riding ;)

Answer 2

Yeah that looks like a good set up for a begineer, assuming that you have bought the Burton Moto boots because they are the best fit for your particular foot shape and width rather than because you want a full Burton set up. Most people have brands they prefere over others for various reasons, such as graphics, quality of product , team riders, advertising, what ther friends ride etc but when buying boots dont be influenced by any of that, and buy the boots that fit your feet the best. They should be tight but still comfortable, your toes should brush against the front of your boot, and when you lift your heel off the ground the heel of your boot should follow your foot rather than pull through. If your Carhartt coat is waterproof it will be fine, your pants sound ok and for googles go for the colour lens you like the best, Good Luck with the riding.