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Snowboarding in Utah - Great Places to Go Snowboarding

Nov 10th, 2008 | By coolbiking | Category: Ski, Snowboard

Utah has thirteen world-class ski resorts that boast the “Greatest Snow on Earth.” Ski resorts in the Wasatch Mountains receive up to 500 inches of dry, fluffy snow that lends itself to some of the best skiing and snowboarding conditions in the world. The Great Salt Lake is the direct reason for the quality of [...]



Snowboarding Tricks and Techniques - What You Should Know Before You Attempt Them

Nov 10th, 2008 | By coolbiking | Category: Snowboard

By: Timothy MacAlistaire
Snowboarding is an awesome sport in general, but the jumping and tricks are where the real fun is. Before you start learning snowboard tricks, it is a must that you feel completely comfortable on your board. Having all the basics mastered first is a pre-requisite. You need to have your balance established, be [...]



How to Maintain Your Snowboard

Nov 10th, 2008 | By coolbiking | Category: Snowboard

By: Andrew Cho
If you want to keep you snowboard in great shape during the snow season and beyond, here are 5 great tips to help keep your snowboard ready when you are.

After every snowboarding session, make sure to repair any scratches or nicks on your board as soon as you can. This will prevent any [...]



Best Beginner Snowboard

Nov 10th, 2008 | By coolbiking | Category: Snowboard

By: Eric Clemmer
Is it possible to determine what is the best beginner snowboard? Yes, it is actually very easy. There are several qualities that beginners snowboards should have. If you are just starting out and don’t know what qualities to look for in a board here are some tips.

Soft Flex Snowboard:
A board that is easy [...]



Snowboarding Tips - Essential Strategies For Beginners to Experts

Nov 10th, 2008 | By coolbiking | Category: Snowboard

By: Jon Mainwaring
Basic snowboarding tips for beginners really come down to common sense. For example, always wear sun block! And when you have a fall - which inevitably you will! - try not to put your hands out as this can result in serious injuries.
If you want to progress from a beginner to a more [...]



Snowboarding Terms - Lessons For Beginner Snowboarders

Nov 10th, 2008 | By coolbiking | Category: Snowboard

By: Wendy Pan
Snowboarding is a snow sport. This sport is done on snow covered slop just like a ski hill. Riders stand on a board similar to a surf board and ride it down a hill. Along with learning how to ride the snowboard, you must know your snowboarding terms. Learning snowboarding terms will help [...]



First Time Snowboarding

Nov 10th, 2008 | By coolbiking | Category: Snowboard

By: Timothy MacAlistaire
So, you have finally decided to learn how to snowboard. Congratulations on joining one of the most rapidly growing sports on the planet. Whether you have been to your “home” mountain and seen all the crazy people going down the hills sideways on funny looking wheel less skateboard things or have gotten caught [...]



Snowboarding Equipment - Selecting the Right Kind!

Nov 10th, 2008 | By coolbiking | Category: Snowboard

By: Eric Clemmer
Having the right snowboarding equipment is essential too having fun on the mountain. The essential gear for snowboarding are as follows: Snowboard, Boots, Bindings, Gloves, Goggles, Snowboard Jacket and Pants. A helmet is recommended, but not required. OK…so the necessary gear for snowboarding is obvious, but what might not be so obvious is [...]



A Brief Overview of the History of Snowboarding

Nov 8th, 2008 | By coolbiking | Category: Snowboard

By Timothy MacAlistaire
Though there are many conflicting stories as to “who” was the actual pioneer of snowboarding, there are a few facts that remain constant throughout each history article you read. Here is a brief overview of the key moments in time that helped push the snowboarding movement to where it is today.

1929: M.J. “Jack” [...]



Tips For Snowboarding Beginners

May 21st, 2008 | By coolbiking | Category: Snowboard

By Jason StormIt’s no wonder that snowboarding is a sports that’s increasing it’s popularity each year. It’s great fun and very exciting to ride down the hills, feeling the adrenaline pumping in your body while you’re doing all kinds of tricks.
However, before you are able to do ride like a pro, you’ll have to master [...]