How much does a split board cost?

Be ready for about $400 if you go split specific, but you’ll end up there one day anyways if you get into the sport. Total Price: $160. Troll ebay for a while and see if you can find some used ones from an upgrader.

Should I buy a split board?

The key benefit of a splitboard for snowboarders is that while it might be a bit less efficient than a high end ski touring set up, it means you get to go snowboarding in the back country more easily and not have to learn how to ski!

What size split board should I buy?

For a majority of riders and terrain, your ideal splitboard size is the same as your freeride/powder board. If you primarily ride a freestyle board in ski resorts then you’ll want to size up 5cm for best performance in off-piste powder.

Do you need special boots for Splitboarding?

Splitboard-specific boots aren’t exactly an essential, either, as you’ll be just fine riding your resort boots in the backcountry, but they do make a big difference. A good splitboard boot should be comfortable during long touring days and stiff enough to respond to micro-movements on unforgiving terrain.

How do split snowboards work?

A splitboard is essentially a normal snowboard which splits into two halves. Once at the top of the slope, the rider removes the skins, attaches the two skis together and it transforms back into a snowboard, ready for a well-earned descent through untracked powder.

How do you split a Splitboard?

To split your board, undo all clips and latches and pull the board apart with your hands by sliding one ski forward and one ski backward. Find the left and right ski: With your board split, you now have two skis. Before you go any further, it’s helpful to identify the left ski from the right.

What is a Burton Splitboard?

Splitboard: A splitboard is a snowboard that has been split in half down the middle (lengthwise) so that each half can be used independently like a ski to tour uphill. Splitboard bindings: Almost any snowboard bindings can be used as splitboard bindings with the proper puck system and adapter kit.

Who invented the Splitboard?

Brett Kobernik

Do Burton Splitboards come with pucks?

The climbing wires for ascending uphill terrain are built right into the base of the bindings. You will need a set of Spark Pucks or Spark Canted Pucks to attach your bindings to your factory splitboard. Blaze TR bindings come with LT Brackets and Dual Height Wires, so all you’ll need are Spark Pucks for those!

Do spark bindings come with pucks?

Spark R&D bindings are designed to work with all puck compatible splitboard models. When used with Arc bindings conveniently access puck screws with the bindings in place for precise stance adjustment. Note that pucks do not come with the bindings out of the box and must be purchased separately.

Are Splitboard pucks universal?

Compatible with both Karakoram and Spark R&D binding options, there’s good reason why the Voile Universal Splitboard Hardware Puck Set is the standard mounting choice for splitboarders worldwide.

What is the best Splitboard?

To find the best splitboard, we’ve reviewed over 25 boards in the last three years….Firm Snow.

Product	Firm Snow Rating
Backwoods	8
Venture Storm	7
Flight Attendant Split	7
Voile Spartan Ascent	7

How do you put skins on a Splitboard?

Most skins attach to splitboards with tip loops, tail clips and sticky glue. Once you reach the top of the hill, peel the skins off, fold them in half, stuff them in your bag, put your board back together and enjoy the ride down.

How long do climbing skins last?

Good skins will last 100’s (like 500+) days of use. Crap ones barely 50. My old purple BD ascensions are 2 decades old and have 300+ days on them, yes I’ve re glued them but otherwise they are fine. I have some contours that are really starting to look warn at <30 days of use.

Can I use ski skins on Splitboard?

You can absolutely trim them to fit, the skin material for skis vs. splitboards is exactly the same. You can use ski skins. You just need straps to keep the tail attached.

Can you put skins on twin tips?

Duck walking and uphill kick turns are made more difficult by a turned up tail. However the most common problem with twin tip skis is how to attach climbing skins. Traditionally climbing skins are attached to the ski via a tip loop and a tail hook.

Do you wax a Splitboard?

Minor wear and tear to the base of your splitboard is normal and most of the time, a fresh wax is all you need to keep your turns effortless. Check the base of your splitboard for visible dirt, sap, and oils; also, look for dry areas, which often first appear along the contact points.

Can you put skins on twin tip skis?

Stop using duct tape to attach your skins to the tails of your twintips, and get the G3 Twin Tip Connector Kit. This connector kit adapts flat-tail G3 skins (sold separately) to your twintip powder skis, so you can slay big lines and spin the way you want in the backcountry. …

What are climbing skins used for?

Skins are strips of material (once actual animal skins, but now all synthetic) that attach to the undersides of backcountry and metal-edge touring skis to provide traction for climbing. Advantages: They save energy by keeping you from backsliding on moderate terrain.

How do I prepare my snowboard for storage?

How to Store a Snowboard over Summer

Clean it Up, Dry It Off. The first thing you should do is give your board a good clean.
Sharpen Those Edges. The next thing is to sharpen your edges or have them sharpened – and remove any burrs.
Give Your Board a Generous Waxing. Give your board a generous wax.
Storing Place.
Storing Position.
Next Season.