How to Skiboard

Skiboarding is an extreme sport caught somewhere between skiing and snowboarding. Skiboards are wider than skis but smaller than snowboards, and only one ski is used. The boot bindings on skiboards run parallel to the board like traditional skis, rather than the perpendicular setup of snowboards. It is far less popular than either skiing or snowboarding, but if you're interested in the sport, it doesn't take more than a few runs to get the hang of the basics.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Skiboard Skiboots

1. Buy, rent or borrow a skiboard to use. Until you know whether you like the sport or not, it's better to take the cheapest route.

2. Set up a time to work with a skiboard instructor. If you can't find an instructor, set up on a gently-sloping snow-covered hill.

3. Make sure your boots are clipped in to the skiboard. Keep your weight on your back foot.

4. Step forward to begin sliding down the hill. You may have to rock yourself forward to get the skiboard going.

5. Keep your balance and try to go straight down the hill. You probably won't make it very far on your first try.

6. Use a ski lift to get back to the top of the hill, or unclip your boots and carry your skiboard back up if there is no ski lift.

7. Continue making skiboard attempts. The only way to learn is to attune your body to balancing on a skiboard and becoming familiar with the board's tendencies in the snow. But by the end of your first day you should be able to make a full run without stopping.

Tips & Warnings

• Skiboards are very sensitive to any attempts to turn. Make gentle movements at first to avoid falling.
• Choose a hill without trees. Many skiboarding accidents occur when the rider hits obstacles on their decent. Always wear a helmet and goggles to avoid injury.

Resources

• Skiboarding.org

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