I would not skimp on a board. Bindings in my opinion are huge for beginners. You want them to fit properly and be comfy. With that said, you may need more than one board depending on who else is going to be using the board. I can't describe to you enough how important it is that the bindings fit correctly. If they are too tight, the bindings may not release and that could spell big trouble. If they are too loose, it may come off at the wrong time or at the least cause you to develop bad habits while learning board control. I would look at buywake.com, boardersbestbuy.com, and other online shops to see if you can get a deal on some close outs. I would for sure not try to go with a one size fits all board approach, especially if you have children and adults trying to share. I personally would also stick with major brands such as LiquidForce, CWB, Gator, Ronix, Hyperlite, etc. This will ensure that the products are well designed and last you for a good amount of time.
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