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Tips For Snowboarding Beginners

Posted by coolbiking on May 21st, 2008 at 11:45am

By Jason Storm

It’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 the basics. Here’s a few things that will make your snowboarding a much more enjoyable experience:

* Always choose a board that’s the right size for you. The board should be reaching somewhere between your chin and collarbone. For the beginner it’s a good idea to get one that’s a bit shorter and therefore easier to maneuver. For the width, the board should be just as wide as your boots standing across the top.

* The equipment you choose depends on whether you are intending to do the “freestyle/freeride” style or “alpine/carving”. The alpine board is of a thicker and heavier type to give a smooth ride, while the freestyle board is shorter and easier to maneuver.

* The clothes you wear also have a great impact on your snowboarding pleasure. The clothes you are wearing should be fitting but yet comfortably loose. In this way you can move with ease but you don’t risk to have the clothes getting caught in anything. In direct opposition to skiing boots, snowboarding boots should be comfortable and not too tight.

Don’t hold back on protection from the elements, get: goggles, good gloves, a hat or helmet and if you want extra protection for your tailbone and bottom pick up some protective pants.

When you are all set for the slopes, don’t forget to start off slowly. My recommendation is getting at least one lesson to begin with. Instead of “crashing and burning” like I did my first time, a lesson can save you lots of bumps and bruises!

Here is one of the most important keys to get the most out of snowboarding, be present and relaxed. I found that snowboarding can be a truly magical experience of being in the moment. It’s great to feel each movement, every twist and turn while you’re riding down the slope.

One more tip that is of great value is to practice tricks with friends. Even if you have some skills it’s a good idea to have someone nearby so you can look after each other. It’s not only fun to do things together, it’s also a great way to improve your skill. By sharing your tricks with one another you’re learning becomes both faster and easier.

Don’t miss out on the amazing experience that snowboarding can be. Get ready and enjoy the exciting moments on the slopes!

– About –

Jason Storm is an adventure sport enthusiast, read more of his snowboarding articles and watch some cool videos at SackUpSports.

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