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created to provide snowboard buying information, snowboard feature descriptions,
types of snowboards articles, snowboard sizing charts, and a FREE resource that
compares prices on snowboards and snowboarding gear items from trusted online
stores and snowboard shops. We are not a store that sells snowboards, just a resource
that you can use to find that "Perfect" snowboard to carve up the slopes with
this winter. Burton, K2, Liquid snowboards -- Find
and compare prices and features from all the great snowboard manufacturers. Both
boardshops and online stores usually only sell board from 6 to 8 manufactures.
Since we are not a store and just a buying resource, we can list snowboards from
an unlimited number of manufacturers. We're quickly
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and snowboarding gear such as snowboard
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bindings, helmets,
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jackets! Freeride
Snowboard
This type of snowboard accounts for half of all Snowboard sales.
It is designed to float well in powder surface. You can enjoy all riding aspects
with this type of snowboard. Freeride boards have a directional shape and
are meant to be ridden in one direction. The tip is wider, longer, and is turned
up higher than the nose. You need a higher nose or tip to keep your snowboard
from digging itself into the snow. The Nose/Tip length is the length from the
widest part of the board's nose to the tip of the nose. The Nose/tip width is
the widest part of the snowboard measured across the front tip or nose area of
the board. Freeride snowboards are usually soft and maneuverable enough
for beginners, but the stiffness will hold a fast turn in the hard snow. It isn't
as light as the freestyle snowboard and isn't as stiff as a carving board, but
is a nice snowboard for the average snowboarder.
Freestyle
Snowboard
These snowboards are wider and more stable than the Freeride
snowboards. They handle the bumps better because they are shorter, lighter and
softer in flex. If you are a beginning snowboarder then this would be a good choice
for you. If you want to do some tricks in terrain parks and halfpipe, this snowboard
was built for you. It has a longer effective edge which makes for a more stable,
controlled ride. A general freestyle board will be designed to handle well on
jumps, spinning in the air and riding switch. Most freestyle snowboards
are either twin tip or directional-twin Snowboards. Twin tip snowboards have a
centered stance with a tip and tail that are exact copies of each other. Both
ends of the freestyle snowboards have shovels. The directional-twin snowboard
is similar to the twin tip snowboard; only, its tail is stiffer than the nose.
Carving,
Alpine, or Race SnowBoard
If you are the snowboarder who enjoys quick edge
turns, swift, superior edge-holding power and good stability for speed then this
is the snowboard for you! Their long, narrow, stiff constructions are configured
for higher speeds and cleaner carved turns. These snowboards are made in
both symmetrical and asymmetrical styles and tend to only have a shovel on the
nose. Carving snowboards are made to ride in only one direction.
Keep in mind
that this type of snowboards are not configured for doing tricks - they are configured
for riding and carving downhill - great for Snowboard Racers! Deciding which
type of snowboard to purchase depends on which type of snowboarding you like to
do. It is easer to maneuver the Freestyle Board. If speed and carving are your
passion then the Carving, Alpine, or Race Board is the one for you. The Freeride
or All Mountain Snowboard is a nice combination. Both Freestyle and Freeride boards
are good snowboard types for beginning snowboarders.
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Like
to snowboard, long, long time. Having the right apparel helps you to stay out
carving the snow for a longer period of time. The important aspects are warmth,
weight and moisture management.
Dress in Layers
The base layer (the
layer closest to your skin) should be comprised of a thermal body shirt, thermal
underwear and snowboarding socks. Remember to stay away from cotton!!!! Once it
gets wet, its insulation capacities are lost.
Thermal Body Shirt and Thermal
Underwear
You will want to use thermal of polypropylene underwear as the first
level of clothing. It will keep you warm and dry by wicking away moisture from
the skin and transferring it to the next layer. Make sure that your thermal body
shirt is long sleeved and that your thermal underwear is full-length leggings
or long johns.
Snowboarding Socks
The most important inner layer and
the key to a good boot fit are socks. Thin, synthetic socks are a good choice
since soft boots already have some insulation. They keep your feet warm, dry,
comfortable, and padded against hard impacts. Thick socks encourage feet to sweat
and lose warmth more quickly.
2nd Layer - Fleece Jackets / Thermal Pants
/ Snowboard Boots
A fleece or wool sweater works great as a second layer. Fleece
is lightweight and able to breathe but it does not offer protection from the wind
or rain. However, this Snowboard gear has thermal properties that enable the body
to breathe by allowing the perspiration to evaporate through.
Thermal Pants
Put
on your snowboarding pants on top of your base layer. These pants are usually
roomy. A good pair of snowboard pants should keep you warm and dry and should
have basic padding on the knees and rear that will prevent melting snow from seeping
through.
Snowboard Boots
Snowboard boots work together with your snowboard
bindings to keep your body connected to your board. Quality snowboard boots can
last for a long time so keep this in mind when purchasing them.
3rd Layer
- Hats - Goggles - Snowboarding Jacket
The outer layer is the barrier between
you and the rough winter mountain environment. The main purpose of this layer
is to allow moisture vapor out and still maintain a barrier to keep snow and water
out.
Hats
You should never expose your head and ears to extremely low
temperatures. Keeping in mind that you can lose 70% of your body heat out of the
top of your head, it is a good idea to keep it covered with a comfortable hat
or beanie.
Goggles
Every snowboarder should own and use a good pair
of goggles. They protect your eyes from UV rays now only from the sky but also
that reflect back up from the snow, snow, wind, ice, and tree branches. Double
lenses help a lot with fog control. The frame of the goggle should have a few
foam-covered holes for air flow. Some helmets make helmet-specific goggles that
are designed to fit within the frame of a helmet. They also usually have a longer
strap to go around the helmet, with a buckle attachment for convenience. There
are different colors of lenses for different weather conditions: 1. Yellow
or orange colors are good for every condition because they block out the bright
sun while also providing extra contrast in low light.
2. Rose colors provide
even more contrast - great for overcast conditions.
3. Dark tints are good
for really bright days.
4. Clear lenses are for night riding. Snowboarding
Jacket
Finish off your upper body layering with a waterproof, windproof jacket
or top shell. Its ability to breathe will allow heat from perspiration to escape
from the inner layers. Some jackets have "pit zips" which are zippers
that open underneath the arms to let heat escape on warm days, as well as other
venting zippers across the chest of back. The main difference between a $100.00
and a $375.00 jacket is the amount of venting and amount of waterproofing the
jacket offers.
Gloves
Gloves are what protect your hands from snow,
ice and impacts. It is best to choose gloves that are designed for snowboarding.
Choose gloves that are durable, waterproof, and have fleece or other synthetic-based
insulated glove liners to wick away moisture. Also, make sure that this snowboard
gear has built-in reinforcements for the palm and the undersides of the fingers
to keep these areas from wearing through. If you tend to have cold hands, mittens
are your best bet. If you like the feeling of gloves, try using a glove liner
inside the mittens. Basic gloves will come with a waterproof coating; more expensive
ones will have Gore-tex lining and taped seams for superior waterproofing. This
would be worth the money if you snowboard in a wet climate.
Basic gear
will help minimize your chances of sustaining an injury while at the same time
giving you a more pleasurable day on the slopes. By having the proper gear - you
will be able to manage sweating, controlling your body temperature, protection
from the elements, chaffing and blisters. Now hit the trails with your Snowboard!!
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