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How to Become a Pro Snowboarder

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Snowboarding is a relatively new sport. The first snowboarding world cup was held in 1985. The International Snowboard Association was formed in 1994 as the sport grew in popularity. Most people snowboard for recreation, although some people make ... more »

How to Build a Snowboard Double Barrel Rainbow

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If you're a true snowboard enthusiast, it's difficult to get up to the mountain or terrain park as much as you would like. To help with those urges in between trips, try building your own double barrel rainbow rail at home. Lots of work, but lots ... more »

How to buy a snowboard

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Buying a new snowboard is exciting. The goal should be to buy a snowboard that you can have the most fun with. Knowing what size board to buy will guide you to finding that perfect snowboard... more »

How to Do a Butter on a Snowboard

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There are some neat little tricks that snowboarders can do even when they aren't in the air. Wheelies and butters are common tricks that can be done at low speed on a flat trail. A butter is a bit like a grounded 360 rotation. With a few ... more »

How to Do a McTwist on a Snowboard

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Mike McGill invented the McTwist in the early 1980s. He used the McTwist in a public competition in 1984 at a skating contest held at the Del-Mar Skatepark. The McTwist mixes together a Backside 540, a mute grab and a front flip during the one ... more »

How to Frontside Air on a Snowboard Halfpipe

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Turning frontside is turning toward your back and facing up the transition. Frontside aerials are beautiful to watch, fun to do and a great starting point for many other aerial tricks... more »

How to Jump on a Snowboard

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Snowboarding is often focused on tricks, much like its summertime counterpart, skateboarding. Almost every snowboarding trick builds on the foundation of a strong jump. There are a few different ways to jump on a snowboard and a rider should be ... more »

How to Keep Your Snowboard In Top Shape: Part 1

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The most basic form of a snowboard tune is waxing your snowboard. A properly waxed snowboard will be easier to ride and will extend the life of your snowboard... more »

How to Practice Halfpipe Snowboarding Etiquette

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Know the rules of the halfpipe before you drop and make a fool of yourself or end up hurt... more »

How to ride moguls on a snowboard

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A lot of snowboarders don't think they can or are suppose to ride moguls. They are wrong. Moguls are really fun to ride once you have the skill and know how. Here are some tips on how to ride moguls on a snowboard... more »

How to ride trees on a snowboard

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Snowboarding through trees is a very special thing. It kind of brings you back to the true essence of snowboarding. Here are some tips on how to ride trees on a snowboard... more »

How to Select an All-Purpose Snowboard

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The all-purpose or "freeriding" snowboard is for both beginning and advanced riders and allows for everything from floating down a powder run to spinning some tricks... more »

How to Ski Cheap in Colorado

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They're called Colorado's gems. Eight of the Centennial State's smaller ski resorts that offer reasonable lift ticket prices, shorter lines and family-friendly fun... more »

How to Snowboard Off a Roof

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Jump from a roof and you will most likely incur an injury. However, snowboard off a roof and you will have a rush that comes from snowboarding combined with the unconventional aspect of making your home a part of your equipment. The following ... more »

How to Wax a Snowboard

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Here's a pointer on how to take care of your snowboard so the base of your board will be running smooth and nice on your next trip to the mountains... more »

How to Air to Fakie on a Snowboard

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Turn 180 degrees in the air and land riding backward on your snowboard. This is a great first spin maneuver for an intermediate rider just getting a taste for aerial stunts... more »

How to Avoid Injury When Falling on a Snowboard

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If you are learning to snowboard or if you are trying to make progress in your riding, you're going to fall. Repeatedly. Knowing some techniques for falling safely will keep you on the slopes and out of the ski lounge... more »

How to buy a snowboard jacket

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Buying a snowboard jacket isn't just about the look, it needs to have the proper waterproofing and breath-ability for your riding conditions. Here are some tips on how to buy a snowboard jacket.. more »

How to Buy a Snowboard, Bindings and Boots as a Gift

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As the popularity of snowboarding continues to rise, the intial cost of a setup keeps decreasing... more »

How to buy snowboard pants

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Getting new snowboard pants is great. Here are some tips on how to find the perfect pair for you and your riding conditions... more »

How to Cross the Flats While Snowboarding

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Crossing the flats on a snowboard could be one of your least favorite things in the world to do - here are some ways to get through them... more »

How to Prevent Rust on a Snowboard

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Wiping your snowboard dry after use - particularly its steel edges - will prolong its life... more »

How to Ride Ice on a Snowboard

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Snowboarding on ice is only better than not snowboarding at all. Use proper technique to make the most of those icy days and avoid injury... more »

How to Select a Freestyle Snowboard

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Height, weight and shoe size are important factors in choosing the right freestyle snowboard... more »

How to Snowboard a Halfpipe

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Drop into the snowboard halfpipe for the first time to open up a whole new realm of snowboarding... more »

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