Snowboard Expert Ken S.
  • Ken S.

    I grew up skateboarding, and in 2002, a buddy suggested we try snowboarding. After 2 days of pain falling down the local hill, I picked up turning, and since then I have been straight-up addicted to snowboarding. Since then, I have made it my mission to get in as many days as I can at my local slope and take numerous trips every year to large mountains to feel the thrill of boarding. Currently, Breck and Beaver Creek are my primary mountains to visit.

    As my love for snowboarding grew, I started working at a ski & board shop to learn more and feed my habit. There, I learned all the brands and the technology, and soon all my friends began asking me for advice on gear and clothing. I became known as the go-to guy for snowsports. Today, I still work in a shop and love advising people, finding the best gear to have their best days on the slopes. My goal is always to help someone else gain that same thrill I get from snowboarding.

    My greatest joy in life is going on these adventures with my wife and son, who are snowsports addicts like me. We are a family of rippers!

    I have a borderline unhealthy obsession with snowboard gear. Ask my family, and they will say I have way too many boards and bindings!! I am always studying the tech and researching snowboard gear so I can find you the best fitting gear at the best deal. I will always advocate for you and assist with all aspects of the shopping process, purchasing, settingup/installing your gear, and ensuring a good fit that will maximize your fun, help you progress, and get the most out of your days on the mountain.

    155 reviews averaging 5.0 stars
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    CategorySnowboard Expert
    Customers helped3,551
    Favorite spotBeaver Creek and/or Breck
    Favorite terrainTrees
    Favorite brandsRossi, Gnu, Salomon, YES, Nitro
    Favorite beerMicro-Brew IPA's
    Current locationNorthern IL
    BirthdayJune 16th
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    Snowboard Expert Ken S.
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    Reviewer: Jala
    Ken is the top dog!
    Ken was extremely helpful and knowledgeable! He answered all my questions in a timely manner and helped choose what gear fit me best. He even found me some GREAT deals! I wouldn’t have been able to do it without you Ken! Highly HIGHLY recommend!
    Verified Review | Submitted on Sep 23, 2023
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    Reviewer: Michael
    Ken is the best
    Every time I talk to Ken I learn something new. Dude has a TON of experience - and since he's about as tall as I am - its always a super accurate. I appreciate him to the moon and back
    Verified Review | Submitted on Feb 12, 2024
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    Reviewer: Isaiah
    Very quick to respond and got me some great deals!
    I bought the board and bindings he recommended and got me a great deal on the board! Really stoked to be getting a board and learn some new skills! Thanks Ken!
    Verified Review | Submitted on Jan 17, 2024
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    Reviewer: Kayla
    Blown away by Ken!
    When I first started looking into buying snowboarding gear I was totally clueless. Ken answered all of my ridiculous questions, went out of his way to go around my hectic schedule, and got me the perfect set up with the best deals. Today was the first time snowboarding with my new gear and it was my best trip yet! I’m a beginner and today I felt like I could actually ride which made me fall in love with the sport even more. I can’t thank him enough for everything!!!
    Verified Review | Submitted on Mar 10, 2023
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    Reviewer: Ruth
    12/10 highly recommend!!
    As a beginner to snowboarding, Ken made what seemed like a daunting search for all new gear, easy, manageable, and fun! He offered great advice, was super knowledgeable, and pointed out the best deals. His recommendations were not only highly rated, but stylish! If you are on the search for any snowboarding gear, I highly recommend Ken!!
    Verified Review | Submitted on Mar 7, 2023
    Snowboard Expert Ken S.
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    Reviewer: Kyle
    Ken is awesome
    He is very informative and nice gets straight to the point and helps recommend me A1 products that are also in my budget range. He is also very kind and a fun guy to talk to.
    Verified Review | Submitted on Dec 19, 2023
    Snowboard Expert Ken S.
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    Reviewer: Neal
    Ken was hands down helpful in every way.
    I started using curated because I really wanted to know what would be the best fit for me in all aspects of snowboarding and Ken used his experience and knowledge to help me find many different options for what would work best. Not only that, but he also gave me a thorough explanation for why each product had certain pro’s and some con’s. Definitely would recommend Ken 10/10.
    Verified Review | Submitted on Dec 12, 2022
    Snowboard Expert Ken S.
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    Reviewer: JAMISON
    Ken was very knowledgeable
    I'm an avid snowboarder I've never used this site before. I could tell right away Ken knew exactly what he was talking about as I have done a lot of homework and know snowboards as well. Although I didn't buy anything, he was very knowledgeable and patina and I would use him again. Great guy.
    Verified Review | Submitted on Oct 17, 2022
    Snowboard Expert Ken S.
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    Reviewer: Ryan
    Ryan's experience with Ken
    Really love how Ken with Curated was able to get me set up. Was able to help me narrow down between a ton of options and was able to answer questions regarding each board I asked about. If I am in the market for more gear I will definitely look here.
    Verified Review | Submitted on Feb 18, 2023
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