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February 6th, 2010 at 5:59 pm

Different Types Of Snowboards – Guide For Snowboarders

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Jason Davis asked:


A snowboard is a special board typically thin and hourglass shaped used by snowboarders to go down the slope that is covered with snow. A typical snowboard has a length that is between 140 and 165cm and a width that is between 24 and 27 cm.

Over the years, a lot of types of snowboards were developed. Topping the list are the shorter snowboards that were mainly created for kids and teens but later evolved as special boards for special purposes like exhibition of some snowboarding tricks. There are some other snowboards created to suit various snowboarding needs. Right now, snowboards can be classified according to style, depending on the kind of riding to be used.

Freestyle – is for snowboarders who love to make quick and tight turns. It combines a deep cut which makes everything possible. In length, it is shorter and when it comes to flex, it is moderate to soft. Has a twin-tip or semi-directional shape.

Freeride – generally the type that is perfect for snowboarders who love making long and fast turns in different kinds of snow. In length, it is longer and when it comes to flex, it is moderate to stiff. It has semi-directional shape which some snowboarders really like.

Racing or Alpine – a snowboard type which has become very popular to European snowboarders. Generally, it is long and has directional shape. It is also rigid and narrow. And it is for machine groomed slopes and typically ridden with either “soft” or “hard” boots.

Park or Jib (rails) – is for snowboarders who are after easy switch riding and wider stance. Basically, it is short and yet flexible. It is in twin shape and with a twin flex.

Split – is a unique type which is made up of stable powder board which can turn into two touring skis. Perfect for snowboarders who love deep backcountry conditions. Generally, it is not so torsionally rigid.

All-Mountain – has features of both freestyle and freeride snowboards. It is considered to be efficient for everyone to use. It has directional shape and with a directional or twin flex. It can be used for different terrain kinds.



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March 30th, 2009 at 8:58 pm

What are the essential snowboarding outfits i must wear?

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Madden08 asked:


I’ve already got the jacket, gloves and trousers. I will be hiring snowboarding equipment such as the boots and board.

I am a complete beginner and i’m not sure which additional equipment i need to get.

I will definitely buy goggles. What about elbow and knee pads? Helmets? wrist guards? any others i haven’t thought of?

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November 15th, 2008 at 10:15 am

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