Snowboarding

Lift tickets, new equipment, clothes, snowboard trips and other expenses add up quickly. When it comes time to fixing your board, sometimes saving money is as important as getting the job done....

There is a long off season for snowboarders. You can easily get out of the grove by being away from the snow for such an extended period of time. The good thing is there are many different things...

http://www.snowboardsecrets.co m/shapeup.htm -A bunch of compiled exercises for the upcoming snowboard season that have been useful for riders of all ages. A few of these exercises are also great...

Hello this is Anthony Girardi here with another random tutorial. This tutorial will teach you how to do a ollie on a Snowboard. Which is probally easyest thing since walking. Well not that easy...

Snowboard rails are structures built into snowboarding slopes, either at levelled areas of the slope or down the slope itself. They are popular for recreational snowboarding and are also used in...

If you're new to snowboarding, your first few times out on the slopes can be intimidating. Even getting on the chairlift can seem like a challenge if you're not used to the way a snowboard feels...

Following safety rules while snowboarding helps protect all skiers and riders on the mountain. If you don't want to be dragged down by safety rules, you're out of luck because all ski resorts...

Whether just starting out or already a seasoned rider, selecting the right snowboard will help you get the most out of your mountain experience. While no amount of expensive gear is a substitute...

After you find you are comfortable on a snowboard going down a mountain, it may be time to try out some basic tricks. The easiest way to start learning snowboard tricks is on a grind rail, a...

Burton, the leader in the snowboard market, has created a line of snowboard bindings for men and women. There are two types: regular and EST. The bindings have different mounting systems. EST...

Properly installing your Burton snowboard bindings may seem like a difficult task at first, but with the right tools and a little bit of patience it is really quite simple. Though some...

A new set of snowboarding rails can put a new spin on the hill you've been boarding on, and inject some new life into runs which may be beginning to feel routine or boring. Building your own rails...

Have you ever wanted to save money by waxing your own snowboard? It's not too hard, and it only requires an iron, wax, and a scraper. Have fun!

Snowboarding is a sport that is largely self-monitored. Specific safety rules will vary slightly from resort to resort, and it's up to you to understand and abide by the rules before grabbing that...

Snowboarding is a fun and exilerating sport! But snowboarding equipment can be very expensive. To help keep you safe and keep your expensive snowboarding equipment in good condition it is...

In general, mounting bindings is something you can do on your own. There's no need to take your snowboard into the shop for this simple procedure. Burton bindings are a bit trickier because the...

Tuning a snowboard on a regular basis maintains its optimum performance, keeps it rust-free and re-sharpens the edges of the board. Practice proper board tuning techniques with information from a...

Installing snowboard bindings simply requires inserting the screws that come with the board, but be sure to match up the right binding with the screw holes on the board. Find out how to securely...

Snowboards require some basic care to maintain its performance, including regular waxes, wipe-downs and storage. Extend the life of a snowboard through proper care with information from a ski and...

When buying used snowboarding equipment, check for damage on the back of the board, make sure the edges are sharp and finding matching bindings. Find used snowboards that are in good condition...

To fix a chip on a snowboard, light a P-Tex candle until it catches a blue flame, let the plastic drip into the crack and scrape away the cooled excess. Find out how to easily fill in minor chips...

Fixing cracks in a snowboard can only be done in a professional shop, where special screws and epoxy are applied to reinforce the cracked area. Find out what type of damage warrants a professional...

Fixing scratches on a snowboard involves burning a special plastic candle over the scratch, allowing the drips to cool and scraping off the excess for a smooth finish. Find out how to fill in...

Buying a snowboard will depend on a number of different factors. Some of which include height, weight, cost, skill level, the type or riding that you will be doing and the type of terrain that you...

Snowboarding is an exhilarating, fast-paced sport that can be both a hobby and a lifestyle. While it can be tough to push yourself out onto the mountain for the first time, once you do, you'll...

Flow Flite bindings are a standard on the market for quick, convenient snowboard bindings. At first, the combidisk that they come with to mount to a snowboard might seem disarming, but it's...

We come in all shapes and sizes. That's why snowboards come in all shapes and sizes. Well, not exactly. How to choose the correct snowboard size depends on multiple factors, including the physical...

The only bad thing about a snowboard holiday is that it comes to an end. Why not step outside the box and turn your winter vacation into a seasonal job? If you're looking for a fun and rewarding...

Snowboard boots do not actually stretch out but become "packed." This means they will not stretch lengthwise but can be stretched about half a size in width. This comes from using them, wearing...

The first snowboarding trick that most people learn is the indy grab, in which the board is grabbed with the back hand. Learn how to spin on a snowboard with help from the manager of a sport shop...

In order to determine which end of a snowboard is the front end, look at the writing on the snowboard and learn about the distance between bindings and the tip. Learn about directional twin...

In order to tune a snowboard, a gummy stone, wax, a waxing iron, a file and an edge guide are needed. Find out how to remove shavings to smooth the edge of a snowboard with help from the manager...

Snowboarding fundamentals begin with getting a quality snowboard, quality clothing, quality equipment and getting in decent physical shape. Start riding a snowboard by practicing the snow plow or...

A carving board is not necessary when attempting to carve on a snowboard, but it's important to remember to keep 75 percent of one's body weight on the front foot. Create trenches while carving on...

A snowboard stomp pad is a large rubber or metal piece that is placed on a snowboard to provide traction. Make adjustments to a snowboard that has become too slippery with help from the manager of...

In snowboarding, the boot is a little stiffer and tighter-fitting than the average boot, and there is a binding that keeps the snowboarder attached to the board. Find out why snowboarders usually...

In snowboarding, an individual must be able to do a side slide before they attempt to link turns. Learn about shifting pressure and weight to the heels when riding a snowboard with help from the...

The first step in riding a snowboard is strapping into the snowboard, and after standing up, the snowboarder will slowly let their toes drop towards the bottom of the mountain. Learn about keeping...

In snowboarding, a binding angle refers to how the binding sits on the snowboard, and these angles are indicated on a disc. Discover how binding angles are used to fit different riding styles with...

In order to sharpen a snowboard, specific tools are needed, such as a file guide and a gummy stone. Remove burs from a snowboard and smooth the edges with help from the manager of a sport shop in...

Slowing down on a snowboard is accomplished with a move called the side slide, or snow plow, which involves putting pressure on the heels. Keep the toes up in the air when slowing down with help...

Snowboarding requires the use of snowboard gear, such as the board itself, bindings, boots and insulated clothing. Discover why snowboard clothing should be warm and water proof with help from the...

Riding a snowboard is so much fun. But the first day of learning can be hell. Every single Lake Tahoe ski resort will sell you a lesson. But some places are better to learn at than others. Once...

Performing a "caveman" on a snowboard poses an interesting challenge for riders. The caveman is a classic and somewhat beginner-level skill for skateboarders, yet successfully mastering this...

Riding a snowboard in the switch stance is moving bindings to position the tail as the nose. Set up bindings for the switch stance on a snowboard with tips from a snowboarding enthusiast in this...

The fakie stance on a snowboard is switching the board around and riding backwards. Try riding a snowboard in the fakie stance with tips from a snowboarding enthusiast in this free extreme sports...

A snowboard nollie stance shifts bindings to the other side of a snowboard has a rider performing tricks of the front foot. Attempt to nollie on a snowboard with tips from a snowboarding...

Snowboard toe-strap bindings were invented in the last few years. Discover the lure of snowboard toe-strap bindings from a snowboarding enthusiast in this free extreme sports video.

Snowboard step-in bindings have faded recently because they are not very functional. Learn how snowboard step-in bindings work with tips from a snowboarding enthusiast in this free extreme sports...

Snowboard rear-entry bindings do not use straps. Choose the right snowboard bindings with tips from a snowboarding enthusiast in this free extreme sports video.