u/Idiotsnowboarder_

I've been snowboarding for 12 years, and I want to buy a friend of mine his first "proper" board- a step beyond rentals. He's progressing extremely fast, so I want something he can progress with and grow with. I'm not a fan of the "beginner" filter on most sites online, so I'd like some suggestions. For reference, my first board was a forum chili dog and i upgraded to a nitro alternator. I'm leaning towards:

Something cambered

Something directional

He's 5'10" probably ~180lbs with a size 11 shoe

So far, i've looked at these:

2026 Ride Mechanic

2026 Nitro Prime Raw

2025 Jones Rally Cat

Open to binding suggestions, too.