Types of Snowboards
I was reading through my military kit insurance policy when I noticed an advertisement on TV for snowboards. I had not been snowboarding in ages and I was somewhat unfamiliar with the choices of snowboards. I decided that I would look to buy one because I wanted to take a much needed vacation. I called up one of my snowboarding buddies from college and he let me know about the kinds of snowboards that were available.
While each person has their own personal favorite, when it comes to snowboards here are some examples of the choices that are offered:
· The most common snowboard is called the Freeride or All Mountain, these boards as suggested by the latter name that can be used anywhere on the mountain slope. These boards are meant to be rode in one direction; the tail is smaller than the nose enabling the board to stay on the snow better. All Mountain board will be stiffer as they will be ridden at higher speeds but they are flexible enough for a new rider to learn on.
· If you plan on using jumps, rails and boxes in your routine then the Freestyle board is for you. These boards are a lot lighter enabling them to turn easier. For a beginning snowboarder the freestyle board is one that should be avoided. The board is difficult to control going down fast slopes.
· The Alpine snowboard is the last main type of board. It is also not for a new beginner because it is built for speed. The board has a narrow shape and is stiff which means one has to understand how to carve through turns rather than slide like most beginners do. If going fast is your main goal then the Alpine is for you.
So I decided to go and buy myself an All Mountain board because I hadn’t been snowboarding in a long time. I thoroughly enjoyed my time on the slopes and I know if you pick the right board you will too.
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