Starting with a package is an excellent idea, however don't be put off by buying each part separately. Setting up a board is no harder than changing a light bulb, and you will need to tinker with the adjustments regardless of it being a package deal or not. Your gear has three parts to it, all with certain needs. I find the most important part is your boots, and the only way to find boots that fit you is by testing several boots. Reviews and tips will only help you deciding quality and style, not personal fit. Best tip here is to go to your local board shop and try on a few. Note your size, brand and model then go online and buy it. A brand normally have quite similar fit for all it's models so don't worry if they don't have the exact boot you tested. And just a friendly reminder: a tight fitting boot should be preferred over a loose fitting one. When it comes to boards and bindings reviews help a lot, but your preferred riding style and terrain should be the main factor. Softer boards for park, stiffer boards for slope, setback for powder or whatever you feel comfortable with. I've ridden park noodles down 5" powder mountains with ok results. I think this particular package would suit you well, however there are only 162cm boards left which probably is to long for you. Check out the Burton Clash package which is great for intermediate to beginners. If you decide to buy stuff separate I'd recommend the Burton Mission, Burton Cartel or Rome 390 binding any day of the weeks. 32 Lashed boots are excellent allround boots and boards like K2 Believer, Rome Graft, Burton Custom are really well rounded all mountain boards. Whit a setup like Custom + Mission + your preferred boot you will do just fine.