How to choose a case for snowboarding
Winter ski season ends, and it is time to send snowboard boards for storage. A reliable helper in this situation will be a snowboard cover - a special dense case that protects against damage and the impact of negative environmental factors. It will not be superfluous when transporting a snowboard in winter to the places of future skiing, with its help it will be possible to keep the state of the board close to the ideal and to save yourself from breakage.
The best manufacturers of snowboard cases
Preference should be given to products of the following manufacturers:
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Burton
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Ride
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Forum
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Rome
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K2
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GNU
Products manufactured by these companies are popular not only among amateurs, but also among professional snowboarders. This is evidenced by numerous reviews on specialized forums and social networks on the Internet.
Snowboarding Case Selection Criteria
Despite the fact that in the design case the cover is not anything complicated, each of them has a large number of elements that you need to pay attention to when choosing.
Cover Form Factor
Functionality, technical features and, of course, the price is directly dependent on this parameter.
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Compact covers through a shoulder are convenient, compact and do not take a lot of place. They are made of soft synthetic fabrics, and their cut is fully consistent with the parameters of the board. Such models are budget and available to everyone;
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The cover for two snowboards is a tight hard case designed for transporting several boards simultaneously. Great for fans of collective skating and people who use multiple boards at the same time, changing them depending on the specific situation;
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Cover on wheels - the most expensive type, the design of which resembles a suitcase. On its sides there is a large number of various pockets for auxiliary equipment, significantly expanding its functionality. At the bottom of it there are wheels that allow you to roll the cover on the ground, and not carry it on your shoulders, which is much more convenient. Such models are the most expensive, but it is they that are in demand among experienced snowboarder athletes.
Cover size
When choosing a protective element for snowboarding, it is necessary to remember that, as a rule, not only the board itself, but also all equipment for skiing will be stored in the case. It is for this reason that the size of the cover should be somewhat larger than the board, but the cut and its geometric shape should fully match your snowboard.
The material from which the cover is made
Modern models of covers are almost always made of innovative synthetic materials; nylon and polyester are most often used. High strength, protection from exposure to sun and moisture, the ability to assemble covers as needed by the user - these are the main advantages of these materials.
Protective seal
The material playing shockproof function and protecting the cover from mechanical stress. The simplest and cheapest covers are devoid of padding.They are only suitable for traveling a short distance, during which the board is transported in the hands. However, such boards are not able to provide a decent degree of protection against mechanical damage. It is for this reason that it is much better to give preference to covers with a protective layer of polyurethane, EVA, foam rubber and other materials.
Availability of additional compartments
The cover should provide the ability to carry not only the board itself, but also all kinds of equipment - both large-sized, like boots, and all sorts of accessories and trivia. Properly arranged interior space ensures the safety of additional accessories snowboarding and allows you to place them in a logical sequence.
Transportation Devices
As a rule, all snowboard cases are equipped with compact handles in the middle part of the case, as well as a shoulder strap, adjustable in length and equipped with wide straps. As an additional option, many manufacturers complement their covers with wheels for transportation, which allows you to roll the cover on the ground, and not to carry it on weight.
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Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a guide to purchase.
