Picking the right snowboard for your skill, riding style and budget can seem like a daunting task. There’s a massive amount of choice available on the market, so where do you even start? Let this guide be your educational map as we take you through different ability levels, riding styles and the best snowboard choice for each.
If you’re reading this, it is likely you have already caught the snowboarding bug and want to progress. In this article, we look at the different ways to improve your technique to become a better snowboarder.
Ever found yourself head of the Thanksgiving dinner table, knife in hand, ready to carve into a juicy turkey? There is huge satisfaction from a sharp knife leaving a perfect, clean cut. Now imagine doing that to the slopes with the edge of your snowboard.
Welcome to the world of carving, where speed, precision and control create a whole new level of fun. Don’t want to be a snowboarding turkey? Then dig into the wholesome serving of carving below.
Want to learn to snowboard? Of course you do!
The prospect of snowboarding for the first time can be equally exciting and nerve-wracking, so we are here to help. Follow this guide and take the first steps on your snowboarding journey with total confidence.
Strapping on a snowboard for the first time is like stepping onto a dance floor with two left feet – the rhythm’s all off, and there’s a lot of falling! But hey, who says tripping over your own feet can’t be fun?
The real question isn’t “Is snowboarding hard?” but rather, “How hard will you laugh when you faceplant into a snowdrift?” So let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of snowboarding difficulty to discover how tough your snowboarding journey may be.
Ever wondered why some people blaze down the slopes with their left foot in front while others ride right-foot first? Well, it’s all about the snowboarding stance – how you stand on the board.
Getting it right is as vital as suitable clothing, the right snowboard and being in the mountains – rather than parading around your house in full kit. The correct stance will help you to balance, improve your control and make your ride smoother than a hot chocolate on a cold day.
Snowboarding isn’t just a sport — it’s a passion. But it can be a rather expensive passion. To give you an idea of what costs to expect, we’ve gone through every expense you’ll encounter from the bunny hill to the backcountry. So, strap in, it’s time to slide down the slippery slope of snowboarder spending.
The crisp mountain air, snow crunching under board, the thrill of a downhill descent – if only you knew how to stop! While snowboarding is all about freedom, you need to have the basics nailed before you start expressing yourself. And none of the basics are more important than stopping.
Among snowboarding’s vast list of tricks and skills, one stands out as the least risky and the most transformative: Buttering. This expressive style of snowboarding can turn a standard descent into a masterful dance on the snow.
In this guide to buttering we’ll shed light on skills required. And with step-by-step detail help make your snowboarding as smooth as butter.
There is far more to snowboarding than carving corduroy or playing in pow. The sport is about creativity and expressing yourself, and no form of snowboarding does that more than jibbing. From key moves and tips to specialist gear and avoiding common mistakes, this comprehensive jibbing guide will get you started.