Snowboarding: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Choosing the Right Board
Buying a new snowboard is fun and exciting, but when faced with several hundred bright, shiny snowboards in the shop, choosing the right board for you can seem almost impossible.
Buying a new snowboard is fun and exciting, but when faced with several hundred bright, shiny snowboards in the shop, choosing the right board for you can seem almost impossible.
snowboardstance
Dialing in your snowboard stance is one of the most important things you can do to set up. Stance width, angles, and being centered on the board all combine to help you and your equipment perform at the highest level possible.
Dialing in your snowboard stance is one of the most important things you can do to set up. Stance width, angles, and being centered on the board all combine to help you and your equipment perform at the highest level possible.
beforebuyingasnowboard
Things to consider before buying a snowboard.
Things to consider before buying a snowboard.
beforeyoubuysnowboardboots
Before you buy snowboard boots, read this article for some helpful tips and information on choosing this important piece of gear or equipment.
Before you buy snowboard boots, read this article for some helpful tips and information on choosing this important piece of gear or equipment.
typesofriding
Determine what type of snowboarder you are. Different disciplines include freestyle, all-mountain, racing, big-mountain/backcountry, or just cruising.
Determine what type of snowboarder you are. Different disciplines include freestyle, all-mountain, racing, big-mountain/backcountry, or just cruising.
Get Ready to Snowboard
A brief description of the essential items you'll need before you learn to snowboard.
A brief description of the essential items you'll need before you learn to snowboard.
Snowboard Clothing
The right clothing to wear for a day of snowboarding.
The right clothing to wear for a day of snowboarding.
biking
Staying in shape during the off-season can be a challenge, but the rewards of cross training and conditioning are noticeable and well-worth the work when it comes time to strap the snowboard on again.
Staying in shape during the off-season can be a challenge, but the rewards of cross training and conditioning are noticeable and well-worth the work when it comes time to strap the snowboard on again.
Top Snowboards
Buying a new snowboard is a big investment, so make sure to do your research by checking out what the top manufacturers have to offer this season.
Buying a new snowboard is a big investment, so make sure to do your research by checking out what the top manufacturers have to offer this season.
vewdoindy
Guide review of Vew-Do Balance Boards Indy model.
Guide review of Vew-Do Balance Boards Indy model.
beforeyoubindings
Snowboard bindings are the only connection you have between yourself and your snowboard, so it's important your bindings are right for you.
Snowboard bindings are the only connection you have between yourself and your snowboard, so it's important your bindings are right for you.
howtofitboots
How to fit snowboard boots before you rent or buy.
How to fit snowboard boots before you rent or buy.
All Mountain Snowboarding
All mountain snowboarding is one of several different disciplines or types of snowboarding.
All mountain snowboarding is one of several different disciplines or types of snowboarding.
Go with a Pro
An overview of the American Association of Snowboard Instructors Go with a Pro campaign for learning to snowboard.
An overview of the American Association of Snowboard Instructors Go with a Pro campaign for learning to snowboard.
shaunwhite
Shaun White is a pro snowboarder, the owner of 8 Winter X-Games Gold medals, an Olympic Gold medal, and is also a pro skateboarder, competing in the Summer X-Games and The Mountain Dew AST Tour.
Shaun White is a pro snowboarder, the owner of 8 Winter X-Games Gold medals, an Olympic Gold medal, and is also a pro skateboarder, competing in the Summer X-Games and The Mountain Dew AST Tour.
freestyledefined
Definition of Freestyle Snowboarding
Definition of Freestyle Snowboarding
Burton LTR Program
Burton Snowboards' Learn to Ride Program.
Burton Snowboards' Learn to Ride Program.
whitesellsout
Being sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide, Shaun White's new line of clothing has finally pushed him over the edge from businessman to sellout.
Being sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide, Shaun White's new line of clothing has finally pushed him over the edge from businessman to sellout.
howtochairlift
How to safely get on and off a chairlift while snowboarding.
How to safely get on and off a chairlift while snowboarding.
xgamesprofile
ESPN's X-Games are arguably the biggest and most prestigious alternative sports competition events on the planet. Held annually in both the summer and winter, the events attract hundreds of thousands of spectators with an even larger television viewership. They have put many of the more prolific alternative sports athletes on the map, including household names like Tony Hawk, Shaun White, Tanner Hall and Shaun Palmer.
ESPN's X-Games are arguably the biggest and most prestigious alternative sports competition events on the planet. Held annually in both the summer and winter, the events attract hundreds of thousands of spectators with an even larger television viewership. They have put many of the more prolific alternative sports athletes on the map, including household names like Tony Hawk, Shaun White, Tanner Hall and Shaun Palmer.
custom footbeds
According to popular lore, 92% of human feet can benefit from some type of correction, which is where Orthotics or custom foot beds come into play.
According to popular lore, 92% of human feet can benefit from some type of correction, which is where Orthotics or custom foot beds come into play.
Wheretobuynewsnowboard
Buying a new snowboard is a big investment, so make sure you where to buy your new snowboard. Not all shops are created equal, whether brick and mortar or online.
Buying a new snowboard is a big investment, so make sure you where to buy your new snowboard. Not all shops are created equal, whether brick and mortar or online.
Girobadltnt
Giro Bad Lieutenant Snowboard Helmet
Giro Bad Lieutenant Snowboard Helmet
breckenridgeprofile
Ski and snowboard resort profile of Breckenridge Ski Resort in Breckenridge, Colorado.
Ski and snowboard resort profile of Breckenridge Ski Resort in Breckenridge, Colorado.
Competition
Getting started in competitive snowboarding, written for amateurs.
Getting started in competitive snowboarding, written for amateurs.
goofyfoot
The definition of a goofy foot rider on a snowboard.
The definition of a goofy foot rider on a snowboard.
Snowboarding - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Snowboarding guide site.
An index of HowTos for the Snowboarding guide site.
Don't Pay Outrageous Fees
With airlines charging fees for everything these days, packing efficiently for a snowboard vacation is more important than ever.
With airlines charging fees for everything these days, packing efficiently for a snowboard vacation is more important than ever.
snow conditions
Ski & Snowboard Resort Snow Reports, Snow Conditions, and Weather
Ski & Snowboard Resort Snow Reports, Snow Conditions, and Weather
killingtonprofile
Resort profile and description of Killington Resort in Killington, Vermont.
Resort profile and description of Killington Resort in Killington, Vermont.
pipedragon
The definition of a pipe dragon or halfpipe grooming machine.
The definition of a pipe dragon or halfpipe grooming machine.
easyontheknees
Snowboarders are less likely to suffer knee injuries than skiers. Snowboarding is a better sport for people with a history of knee injuries.
Snowboarders are less likely to suffer knee injuries than skiers. Snowboarding is a better sport for people with a history of knee injuries.
Snowboard Locks
A snowboard lock is the best way to prevent snowboard theft, and can make the difference between someone stealing your board or moving on to an easier target.
A snowboard lock is the best way to prevent snowboard theft, and can make the difference between someone stealing your board or moving on to an easier target.
Okemo Profile
Okemo Mountain Resort - Ludlow, Vermont - Resort Profile
Okemo Mountain Resort - Ludlow, Vermont - Resort Profile
Stowe Mountain Resort
Located in historic Stowe, Vermont, Stowe Mountain Resort features 116 trails spread across Vermont's highest peak. Steeped in history, the mountain is legendary for its "Front 4," trails that were cut back in the 1930's and continue to challenge skiers and riders today.
Located in historic Stowe, Vermont, Stowe Mountain Resort features 116 trails spread across Vermont's highest peak. Steeped in history, the mountain is legendary for its "Front 4," trails that were cut back in the 1930's and continue to challenge skiers and riders today.
olliedefined
The ollie is one of the most basic moves on a snowboard. The move, borrowed from skateboarding, is the basis for nearly all other snowboarding tricks.
The ollie is one of the most basic moves on a snowboard. The move, borrowed from skateboarding, is the basis for nearly all other snowboarding tricks.
alpinesnowboarding
Definition of Alpine Snowboarding.
Definition of Alpine Snowboarding.
Mount Snow Profile
Resort profile for Mount Snow, located in West Dover, Vermont.
Resort profile for Mount Snow, located in West Dover, Vermont.
Vail Resort
Profile of Vail Mountain Resort in Vail, Colorado.
Profile of Vail Mountain Resort in Vail, Colorado.
Stratton
Stratton Mountain Resort is located in Southern Vermont, and features over 90 trails, 16 lifts, a halfpipe and several terrain parks.
Stratton Mountain Resort is located in Southern Vermont, and features over 90 trails, 16 lifts, a halfpipe and several terrain parks.
nolliedefined
The nollie is a snowboarding trick, and the opposite of the ollie on a snowboard.
The nollie is a snowboarding trick, and the opposite of the ollie on a snowboard.
detachablechairdefined
Snowboarding definitions and terminology. The definition of a High-Speed Detachable Chairlift
Snowboarding definitions and terminology. The definition of a High-Speed Detachable Chairlift
magiccarpet
Magic Carpet - Definition of a Magic Carpet
Magic Carpet - Definition of a Magic Carpet
footedness
Footedness - Definition of Footedness
Footedness - Definition of Footedness
regularfoot
The definition of a regular foot rider on a snowboard.
The definition of a regular foot rider on a snowboard.
Surface Lift
Surface lifts are a type of lift used to transport skiers and snowboarders uphill.
Surface lifts are a type of lift used to transport skiers and snowboarders uphill.
highback
The highback is an integral and important part of a snowboard binding.
The highback is an integral and important part of a snowboard binding.
Giro G10MX
Review of the Giro G10MX snowboarding helmet
Review of the Giro G10MX snowboarding helmet
About - Snowboarding Buyer's Guide
Find Guide reviews, top picks, and advice you can use before you buy.
Find Guide reviews, top picks, and advice you can use before you buy.
superpipedefined
Definition of a Snowboarding Superpipe
Definition of a Snowboarding Superpipe
900
900 - Definition of a 900
900 - Definition of a 900
halfpipedefinied
Definition of a snowboard halfpipe.
Definition of a snowboard halfpipe.
jibdefined
The definition of jib...both the verb and the noun!
The definition of jib...both the verb and the noun!
verticaldropdefined
The definition of vertical drop, a term ski and snowboard resorts use often in their marketing campaigns.
The definition of vertical drop, a term ski and snowboard resorts use often in their marketing campaigns.
Beaver Creek Resort
Ski and snowboard resort profile for Beaver Creek Resort, located in Beaver Creek, Colorado.
Ski and snowboard resort profile for Beaver Creek Resort, located in Beaver Creek, Colorado.
backsidefined
The definition of a backside trick in snowboarding.
The definition of a backside trick in snowboarding.
Snowboarding Bans
U.S. Resorts That Ban Snowboarding
U.S. Resorts That Ban Snowboarding
540defined
The definition of a 540 in snowboarding.
The definition of a 540 in snowboarding.
1080defined
The definition of a 1080 in snowboarding.
The definition of a 1080 in snowboarding.
baseplate
The baseplate is literally what a snowboarder stands on when strapped into their board, and the type and construction can make or break the riding experience.
The baseplate is literally what a snowboarder stands on when strapped into their board, and the type and construction can make or break the riding experience.
bootdryers
Snowboard boot and glove dryers dry your snowboard boots and gloves after a day on the slopes, so you don't have to deal with cold, wet hands and feet the next time you go snowboarding.
Snowboard boot and glove dryers dry your snowboard boots and gloves after a day on the slopes, so you don't have to deal with cold, wet hands and feet the next time you go snowboarding.
summitcountydefined
The definition of Summit County in Colorado, a major skiing and snowboarding destination.
The definition of Summit County in Colorado, a major skiing and snowboarding destination.
Fixedgripchairlift
The definition of a fixed-grip chairlift.
The definition of a fixed-grip chairlift.
Toeside
Toeside - Definition of Toeside
Toeside - Definition of Toeside
Snowboarding - QuickTips
An index of QuickTips for the Snowboarding guide site.
An index of QuickTips for the Snowboarding guide site.
chairliftdefined
Snowboarding definitions - the definition of a chairlift
Snowboarding definitions - the definition of a chairlift
Aspen Mountain (Ajax)
Resort profile for Aspen Mountain in Aspen, Colorado.
Resort profile for Aspen Mountain in Aspen, Colorado.
customfootbedsdefined
Snowboarding definitions and terminology. The definition of a custom foot bed or custom insole.
Snowboarding definitions and terminology. The definition of a custom foot bed or custom insole.
gondoladefinition
Snowboarding Definitions - Definition of a Gondola
Snowboarding Definitions - Definition of a Gondola
Snowboarding - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the Snowboarding guide site.
An index of Profiles for the Snowboarding guide site.
Snowboarding - Articles
An index of Articles for the Snowboarding guide site.
An index of Articles for the Snowboarding guide site.
switch
In snowboarding, switch stance is defined as riding backwards, or with the unnatural foot in front.
In snowboarding, switch stance is defined as riding backwards, or with the unnatural foot in front.
frontsidefined
The definition of frontside in snowboarding.
The definition of frontside in snowboarding.
Snowboarding - Before You Buy
An index of Before You Buy Articles for the Snowboarding guide site.
An index of Before You Buy Articles for the Snowboarding guide site.
keepwintercool
Profile of Keep Winter Cool.org, a joint initiative between the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) that aims to put a stop to global warming in order to preserve winter sports.
Profile of Keep Winter Cool.org, a joint initiative between the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) that aims to put a stop to global warming in order to preserve winter sports.
slopestyledefined
The definition of slopestyle, a competitive snowboarding event.
The definition of slopestyle, a competitive snowboarding event.
snowmakingdefined
The definition of snowmaking, technology which is used to make man-made snow at ski and snowboard resorts.
The definition of snowmaking, technology which is used to make man-made snow at ski and snowboard resorts.
heelside
Heelside - Definition of Heelside
Heelside - Definition of Heelside
snurferdefined
The Snurfer was one of the earliest snowboards, invented by Sherman Poppen in 1965. It would become the inspiration for Jake Burton Carpenter, the man who eventually created Burton Snowboards.
The Snurfer was one of the earliest snowboards, invented by Sherman Poppen in 1965. It would become the inspiration for Jake Burton Carpenter, the man who eventually created Burton Snowboards.
360
360 - Description of a 360
360 - Description of a 360