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Kids' Snowboard Size Chart & Buyer's Guide

Height and weight are important considerations when selecting the correct size snowboard for kids. If you are still unsure, you can take into account the skill level of the rider and size up or down. A good rule of thumb is that youth snowboards should come up somewhere between the child's chest and chin. You will find individual size charts on individual snowboard product detail pages for each of the snowboards we sell. Need a starting point? Use the Kids' Snowboard Size Chart below.

We have one of the largest selections of snowboard equipment on the web, a super knowledgeable staff and expert guides to help you make an informed decision.

How to Choose the Correct Length Snowboard For A Child:

  1. Measure your child's height and weight.
  2. Locate their height on the size chart below.
  3. Match their height with the corresponding snowboard length in the right column.

Children's Snowboard Size Chart

 
Age (yrs)Height (in)Height (cm)Weight (lbs)Weight (kg)Snowboard Length (cm)
337943414< 80
440102371680-90
543109421885-95
645114462190-100
747119502395-105
8501275726100-110
9531356329105-120
10551407032110-125
11571457936115-130
12591498941125-135
136115610046130-145
146516411251140-150

Height and weight are based off of the 50th percentile for children for each age listed on the left side of the chart.

What if My Child's Height is Between Those Listed on the Size Chart?

If your child is between two of the heights listed, find their weight on the chart. If they are light for their height, size their snowboard close to the shorter end of the range, and if they are heavy for their height, go with something on the longer end of the range.

Reasons to size kids' snowboards shorter, closer to the chest:

  • They are a beginner or cautious snowboarder.
  • Their weight is lighter than average for their height.
  • They like to make short, quick turns and seldom ride fast.

Reasons to size kids' snowboards longer, closer to the nose:

  • They are riding fast and aggressively.
  • They weigh more than average for their height.
  • You want to purchase a snowboard with room to grow. Children grow fast and there are boots and outerwear designed to accommodate this, but no "adjustable" length boards. However, sizing a snowboard outside of their recommended range can limit progression and put a damper on how much fun they have.

Shop Kids' Snowboards By Length

 

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Here at evo, we know firsthand that kids grow quickly and parents are subsequently faced with the challenge of finding their children new youth snowboard gear each time their youngsters outgrow their current gear. This can often be an expensive and difficult task, that's why we've created our seasonal kid's snowboard rental program which offers kids full season use of a snowboard, boots, and bindings. Put the era of long gear rental lines every weekend behind you! Learn more:

Learn More With Our Other Snowboard Guides:

Snowboards - Snowboard Buyers Guide
Snowboards - Snowboard Rocker Explained
Snowboards - Kids' Snowboards Size Chart
Snowboards - How to Choose a Freestyle Park Setup
Snowboards - How to Choose Snowboard Shapes
Snowboards - Asymmetrical Shapes Guide
Snowboard Boots - How to Choose & Fit Guide
Snowboard Boots - How to Put on & Fit
Snowboard Bindings - How to Choose & Compatibility Guide
Splitboarding - How to Get Started
Splitboarding - Board and Binding Weight Chart
Snowboarding - How to Get in Shape
Travel - How to Fly with Snowboards & Airline Baggage Policies
Footbeds - How to Choose
Socks - How to Choose Snowboard Socks
Gloves & Mittens - How to Choose
Goggles - How to Choose
Goggles - Wearing Goggles with Glasses
Helmets - How to Choose & Fit Guide
Outerwear - What to Wear Skiing & Snowboarding
Outerwear - How to Wash Waterproof Jackets & Clothing
Outerwear - Regional Ski & Snowboard Guide
Ski Socks - Sizing & Buyer's Guide
Alpine Touring Skis - How to Choose
Avalanche Probes - How to Choose
Backcountry - Choosing an Avalanche Airbag Pack
Backcountry - Choosing an Avalanche Beacon
Backcountry - Climbing Skins Size Guide
Backcountry - Dynafit / Tech Binding Basics
Backcountry - How to Buy Alpine Touring Bindings
Backcountry - How to Buy Alpine Touring Ski Boots
Backcountry - How to Choose an Avalanche Shovel
Backcountry - How to Choose Climbing Skins
Backcountry Backpacks - How to Choose
Backcountry Basics - How to Get Started
 
 

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Still have questions? Please give our customer care team a call at 866-386-1590, Customer Care Hours. They can help you find the right setup to fit your needs.