Volume-shifted boards are wider than average, which helps prevent drag, but if you wear a US men's size 11 or larger, you should still check the waist width. A waist width of 255mm or greater is usually safe for size 11 boots, but your binding angles also play a role.
Snowboard · Volume-Shifted Snowboard
Will my boots drag on a volume-shifted board?
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