What size and type snowboard should I buy?

it really depends on the area youre in. if youre out west and there is lots of powder there, get a longer, wider board. if youre on more packed/groomed snow, you can go a little shorter. as a general rule of thumb, if a board is in between your upper lip and eye level, it is a good size to start with. if you plan on growing any time soon you should go a little bigger though because as you get taller, your stance will get wider and feet will get bigger and it will be a harder to carve with a board that is too small. if youre still not sure just go to a board shop or even just a sporting goods store and have them help you out. you should feel comfortable with it most of all though.