How to Get off a Ski Lift With a Snowboard

Getting off the lift on a snowboard is one of the harder things to learn on your first day.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Helmets
• Snowboard Bag
• Snowboard Bindings
• Snowboard Boots
• Snowboard Clothing
• Snowboard Goggles
• Snowboard Hats
• Snowboard Leash
• Snowboards

1. As the chair approaches the unload area, keep the nose of your board pointed up so that when you hit the snow you don't drag your board under the chair.
2. Place your free back foot on the board just in front of the back binding once you get to the unload spot and your board is flat on the snow.
3. Push off the chair and ride down the unload ramp with your back foot unattached to the binding.
4. When you slow to a stop, take your free foot off the board and push out of the unload area.
5. Put your rear foot back in its binding and go shred.

Tips & Warnings

• It's easier to make a toe-side turn when your foot is not attached to a binding.
• When you load onto the chair it can help to be on the side that will allow you to do a toe-side turn away from your chair mates - the right side of the chair for most people.
• Riding a snowboard with one foot unattached to a binding is challenging. Beware of icy or windy conditions that can make unloading more difficult.
• Snowboarding is an inherently dangerous activity that can result in serious injury or death. We recommend that you seek proper training and equipment before attempting this activity.