Replying to Help a newb out...

Hey all, I'm knew here. I'm pretty new to snow sports in general, but have been rollerblading for about 9 years, so I'm pretty comfortable with spins and grinds and what not. I decided to try skiboarding this year.... just this March actuall... so I had a late start. Anyways, I'm a pretty solid dude at 6'2" 240. I've already thrashed two good pairs of skiboards, so I'm learning from my mistakes and switching to twin tips... seems to me like they can take more of a beating than skiboards.

As I said, I'm fairly new to all this and was wondering if any of you out there can recommend some good twin tips, poles and bindings. I've been eyeing the Chronic wides and some of the Ninthward skis... maybe Armada? K2?

As for bindings I guess the 4front 816 binding? Any other suggestions?

I just need something that will be able to handle the impacts I dish out from landings and grinds and what not.

FYI, I live up at Big Bear Lake, so once I'm all set up, I'd definitely be interested in meeting up with a few peeps who can show me the ropes of the sport. Thanks much!