Why do you need such a long board? It's really not necessary and
everyboard is a compromise.

I'll heartily agree that every board is a compromise. (The fact that I own
and ride four boards is evidence)

I'll even agree that for many of us ( 220 pounds?) long boards are not
necessary.

But they sure as hell can be a lot of fun! Especially if you're not into
riding switch, and you are into either railing turns, floating high through
powder, or late spring riding in slush, mashed potatoes, and velvet. Longer
boards can really help you not to pearl in those conditions.

Back to the topic at hand... powder boards... to to www.freecarve.com , and
then to the "Boards" topic.

http://www.freecarve.com/gen_tab2.asp?CatID=1

Scroll down, there is some discussion of powder boards. This will give you
an idea of just how specific powder-specific boards can be!