From a retailer's perspective. I strongly suggest getting a little
input from the giftee...this sport, especially at that age, can be very
peer driven. Real easy (not even considering the spec side) to buy the
"wrong" thing.

I suggest to parents wishing to surprise their kids w/ new boarding
gear - to stoll them thru a shop on some other pretense, maybe you need
a new pair of gloves, goggles, etc....Let them wander and, try to be
aware of what they may be interested in. Clue the store staff as to
your plan. Then come back later to make your purchase. Most of the
time this works fairly well. Might want to check out return/exchange
policy no matter where you make the purchase.