5 Of The Best Snowboards

Style

The first step in selecting a board is finding one that matches your style — ‘style’ including both visual preference and riding preference. Style relates to the amount of flex in the board. If you want to do tricks, you need a more flexible board so your style is "Park". If you're a speed demon, you want a stiffer board and your style is "Freeride". If you want to do everything with one board or you're a beginner select "All Mountain" which is somehwere in between.

Length

One of the key things to remember is that board length is based on your body weight first and foremost.

Your height is the second factor that will play into what size of snowboard you should ride. If you want a quick rule of thumb, then with one end is rested on the ground the other end will be about level with your chin.

	Board	Style	Sizes (cm)
	Salomon The Villain Snowboard Men's 2016	Park	147, 150
	CAPiTA Ultrafear Snowboard Men's 2016	Park	151, 155
	Ride Berzerker Snowboard Men's 2016	All Mountain	156, 159
	Rossignol One MagTek Wide Snowboard Men's 2016	All Mountain	157, 161
	Ride Alter Ego Snowboard Men's 2016	Freeride	155, 159, 160, 162, 164

5 Of The Best Home Gym Equipment

Just can't seem to find the time to get to a gym? Tired of expensive memberships? Try these things in the comfort of your own home

York Fitness Active 120 cross trainer

This reliable and compact machine has all the bases covered, with 18 workout programmes and 16 levels of resistance, as well as a built-in fitness test for those who want to see how fast they’re improving.

Zumba Exhilarate body shaping kit

Zumba combines Latin and international music with a fun and effective workout system – and now you can do it at home with this comprehensive kit that contains everything you could possibly need, even bonus toning sticks.

Aero Pilates Arc

The gentle padded curve of the Aero Pilates Arc can be used to either increase or decrease resistance during Pilates exercise, meaning that it offers support and assistance for beginners and challenges the more experienced.

Concept2 indoor rower

Yes, it’s expensive, but it works more muscle groups than almost any other home machine in an impact-free way. It's suitable for all ages

Reebok gym ball

Suitable for all ages and particularly good for cardio and strength workouts, it can help you develop great muscle tone, as well as core stability, posture, balance and flexibility. It even comes with a workout DVD.

5 More Of The Best Scuba Masks

There are two things you don't want to rent: a mask and a dive computer. Because who wants to have a leaky mask or a dive computer they're not familiar with?

So here are 5 more of the best masks available

Cressi Big Eyes Scuba Mask

The extra large lenses provide great visibility. It is an extremely comfortable scuba mask to wear and the low volume design makes it great for scuba, snorkelling and also free diving. The inverted tear drop shaped lenses give you an expanded view downwards, perfect for easy descents and reef dives where the action is happening below you. Like most mid range dive masks you can also get a snorkel bundle set.

Cressi Panoramic Scuba Mask

The first time you dive with a wide view dive mask is a real eye opener! The difference that having peripheral vision makes is astounding and is the main draw of this mask. It is surprising what a difference an extra lens on each side can make in immersing you in your dive. A great fitting mask made with a super strong polycarbonate frame

Atomic Aquatics Frameless Dive Mask

The frameless design means it's a low volume mask with great field of view, which also makes it perfect for freediving. Large button style strap adjustment makes things easy, while a smaller skirt means it sits closer to your face. The sleek design helps reduce drag and the nose pocket fits like a dream. This is edging more to the pro side of gear which means that the price tag might be too much for some beginners looking for their first mask.

Octomask GoPro Dive Mask

Having your hands free during your dive while capturing footage from a first person perspective can make a very cool dive video. The build quality and visibility are surprisingly good

Oceanic Mako Dive Mask

Solid construction with a low volume design makes clearing this mask easy and provides a wide field of view for a non panoramic mask. Strong tempered glass lens and one of the softest skirts on this list. With the Oceanic Mako, keeping the strap fairly loose provides the best seal and minimizes any leaks. The neoprene strap cover is also a nice touch. Comes with a hard shell protective case for easy travel/storage. An excellent intermediate piece of dive gear

5 Of The Best Scuba Masks

There are two things you don't want to rent: a mask and a dive computer. Because who wants to have a leaky mask or a dive computer they're not familiar with?

So here are 5 of the best masks available

Tusa M1001 Freedom HD Scuba Mask

One massive lens sitting close to the face provides uniterrupted views. The sturdy buckles can rotate 180 degrees. One of the most comfortable masks ever. A large nose pocket rounds out the design of this well thought out scuba mask nicely. Cool looking design and high quality.

ScubaPro Spectra Dive Mask

Any Serious diver knows that ScubaPro is one of the top names in scuba gear. Great field of view from the 2 tempered glass lenses. Large sized strap adjustment swivels mean that you're not left fumbling if you need to adjust your mask when underwater. Go for the tinted mirrored orange lenses if you want a really unique look and avoid surface glare. Like all ScubaPro gear, its durability is unquestionable.

Phantom Aquatics Panoramic Dive Mask

Who says a mask has to be expensive to be good? The 3 lens design made from tempered glass holds up in the durability department and provides great peripheral vision. The split strap design helps to really keep an even seal around the skirt and keeps out leaks. The buckle system is easy to use and flexes with facial movement. One of the least foggy masks under test. Also a great mask for people with a challenges keeping down luggage space for travelling

ScubaPro Solo Scuba Diving Mask

This is a great single lens mask with an amazing fitting silicone skirt that seals well even for those with facial hair. Extremely durable and sturdy, this mask should last you a lifetime. The only drawback is the premium quality comes with a premium price so it's designed for those divers looking to invest in their gear and really put it to the test.

Mares I3 Sunrise Panoramic Scuba Mask

A popular scuba equipment brand, the Mares I3 Sunrise Panoramic is a rising star. Providing great peripheral vision, it's great for people with wider faces that can have a hard time finding a dive mask that fits perfectly. The X shaped mask strap provides an even seal alongside the super soft silicone skirt. The clear skirt is recommended for an extra wide open feel. The quick adjust buckles on the strap make adjusting this mask mid dive a breeze. A great balance between price and performance, you can also find it bundled with a matching dry snorkel.