Beginner snowboarding...?

Question

I'm 5' 2'', 100lbs and 13. I'm just starting snowboarding... where can I get a cheap snowboard? Also, what size should I get?

So far, I've been told a 143 should be okay...do you agree?

Answer 1

143 would be perfect. As for a cheap board. Shop around for a bit. Sport Chek sells average boards, for good cheap prices. Once you pick out a board, make sure to check the specifications for the board, to make sure it's right for you

Answer 2

A 143 will work. You want the board to come up to your chin or so . Some like a longer board and some short. The best place to find a good starter would be a second hand sports shop, online, or even go to your local snowboard shop and explain you want  to get started, they should be able to help you out.

Answer 3

just get the recommended size board ... by the way, i would skateboard first for several months, it cheaper, can be used year round and the concepts are the very same with snowboarding, consider skateboard a stepping stone to snowboarding