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When choosing a new pair of snowboard boots, it’s worth doing your research and trying on as many as you can; in the end, they’re probably the most important item in your gear bag. It’s vital the flex suits your style of riding, and how they fit can genuinely make or break your day. 

Ever found a boot that fits well but you don’t like the lacing system? Or one that’s almost perfect but you don’t dig the color? Been there, done that. That’s why we’ve made every Rome boot available in regular laces, BOA or a hybrid system; and to keep things simple there’s only one colorway (black) – so when you’re trying them all on you can focus on what’s really important: comfort. 

When it comes to snowboard boots, fit is everything. Period. Your boots will only perform properly if they fit properly, so keep the following tips in mind when you’re trying on your next pair. Here are some tips on how to size, heat mold, and break in your snowboard boots.

The boundaries between styles of snowboarding get more blurred every year. From park to pow, riders like Stale Sandbech can get creative on every kind of terrain, and the equipment they use is accordingly pretty versatile. But if there’s one word that still sums up the essence of ‘freeriding’ it is speed. If you like going really, really fast then you need a pair of snowboard bindings geared towards freeriding.

The most important element to get right with snowboard bindings is the fit. This starts with the size on the box and continues with the way you set them up on the board - including stance width, angles, and any other customizations. At the end of the day, the more comfortable you can make your bindings, the more fun they will be to ride.

If you’re new to snowboarding, figuring out your stance can seem a little daunting. Your bindings determine the position of your feet, so you kinda need to dial in your stance before you even start. It's easy enough to change things up if your stance doesn't feel comfortable, or if you want to try something different. This guide will tell you everything you need to know to get started.