How to Practice Snowboarding Etiquette

Refresh your memory with these guidelines, which can make your snowboard rides down the slopes even better.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Ski And Snowboard Stone
• Straps For Sunglasses
• Sunglasses
• Ski Lift Tickets
• Helmets (optional)
• Snowboard Bag
• Snowboard Bindings
• Snowboard Boots
• Snowboard Clothing
• Snowboard Goggles
• Snowboard Hats
• Snowboard Leash
• Snowboards
• Waxes

1. Find out about the day's slope conditions. Consult daily reports and familiarize yourself with variables such as temperature, wind and snow grooming conditions.

2. Learn trail markings that designate beginner, intermediate, expert and closed trails.

3. Make sure your board leash is attached to your boot at all times.

4. Detach your back foot from the board when riding any lift.

5. Board down trails that correspond to your skill level. Don't attempt a run that is too difficult and risk injuring yourself; conversely, don't zip by novices on beginner slopes and risk injuring others.

6. Keep in mind that the rider in front of you always has the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid him or her.

7. Cross a trail only if it's absolutely necessary and only when it's safe to do so. Make sure you're completely visible to any riders higher up on the slope.

8. Stay with an injured person until ski patrol arrives. It is your responsibility if you caused the accident.

9. Establish in advance times to meet family and friends for lunch and departure. Stick to them so you don't keep people waiting.

Tips & Warnings

• Respect others' rights to the slopes just as you expect them to respect yours.
• Take a break if you're tired. A majority of boarding injuries occur on that last run.
• Snowboarding is an inherently dangerous activity that can result in serious injury or death. Seek proper training and equipment before attempting this activity.

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[smilesatme1]

on 1/11/2009 I wish I know how to ski but I think it will break my legs if I will do this ~he-he. Good tips!!

[ABRAHAMPHILIP]

on 1/11/2009 GOOD THINGS TO FOLLOW IN DANGEROUS SPORT LIKE THIS. SINCE I BELONG TO AN AREA WITH SNOW IT MAKE NO DIGFFERENCE TO ME BUT IT GIVES COVER TO THOSE WHO ARE IN THE ICE COVERED REGIONS!

ABRAHAMPHILIP

[eric1985]

on 1/11/2009 I wish more people followed this. I am snowboarder and wish everyone (both on skis and snowboards) would follow these simple rules.

[Fike]

on 1/10/2009 Thanks for the article. Do you know where a good place to learn how to snowboard is near Joshua Tree, CA? Whenever I take up a new hobby or sport, I always try to get the best advice possible about where to go, what to buy, etc.!

[JoyNmyHeart]

on 1/9/2009 Great article on snowboarding etiquette.