Snowboard Hut

anonymous asked:


Snowboarders can find many snowboarding shops that stock the best of boarding equipment and gear and there are sure to be many near ski resorts and one can find all the necessary equipment here. For those who wish to shop online, there are also plenty of boarding shops that can be accessed over the Internet and shopping for boards, boots, bindings, outerwear, eyewear, tools and packs is a breeze.

A number of snowboarding shops combine inventories of leading retailers in snowboard equipment and gear and this selection may be used to make a comparison of prices and ordering snowboards, snowboard bindings, boots, goggles, backpacks as well as other boarding products as well as accessories.

Snowboard Gear, Clothes, Tools And Accessories And Resources

The snowboarding shops should stock all the essentials of boarding such as snowboards, freestyle snowboards, freeride snowboards, snowboard boots and snowboard bindings. In addition, the boarding shops would have snowboard gear such as backpacks, hydration packs, snowboard bags, snowboarding helmets, snowboard goggles, replacement lenses and also T-boards.

For safety on the slopes, the boarding shops should stock safety gear and tools such as first aid kits, probes, shovels, avalanche safety, and protection and padding. While boarding one needs proper clothing to stay warm and protected and for this the snowboarding shops need to stock outdoor pants, snowboard pants, snowboarding bibs, outdoor jackets, snowboard jackets, snowboard fleece, long underwear, sweatshirts, gloves and mittens, snowboard socks and hats and beanies.

There is also need to have boarding tools and accessories that would help the snowboarder out on the slopes and the snowboarding shops should sell tuning kits, snowboard locks, waxing kits, stomp pads, snowboarding poles, watches, GPS devices as well as GPS accessories. For those who wish to improve their boarding skills there should also be stocked various boarding resources and miscellaneous items at the boarding shops that include books on boarding, movies about boarding, snowboard CD-ROMs and also boarding posters.

It is quite a challenge to buy snowboarding gear at snowboarding shops, especially if one is unsure about what one wants and also doesn’t know much about the features of many of the items being sold. The boarding shops should have qualified techs that could assist in making the right choice as well as marry items being bought with the buyer’s unique requirements. The shops should have a boarding catalogue to help locate and identify items that are required as well as know the prices of the items.

Lou G asked:


Nowadays it’s really hard to lump snowboarders into a group of “athletes” that spend their days training hard and staying in shape for competition.  There are probably hundreds of different kinds of snowboarders from the kids who can’t ride with out being intoxicated to the kids who go snowboarding and then straight to the gym to hit the heavy iron.  This article is for those of you who want to stay in some sort of shape for snowboarding this summer, and I’m happy to report that it really IS a thirty minute workout at most!



Lose the Iron

You can absolutely forget about lifting any weights.  I know a guy who was a bodybuilder and once he was hired to a local landscaping crew.  You figure that with all that strength he would have no problem digging and lifting all day.  By the end of his first day he couldn’t really do much work.  He could barely even pick up his shovel.  Why, with countless hours a day at the gym did this happen? Lifting weights might build muscle, but it is a completely useless kind of muscle… slow twitch. Slow twitch muscles are built due to continuous expansion and contraction of the muscle throughout the day… i.e. slow, controlled, repetitive motions.  Slow repetitive movements have no place in landscaping and absolutely no place in snowboarding.

You are a snowboarder… you aren’t looking to be moving nice and slow and controlled.  You want to build up the fast twitch muscles.  Fast twitch muscles contract quickly and explosively.  They are there when you make a quick switch from your snowboards heel edge to your toe edge.  They are helping out when you get to the lip and do that explosive pop into the sky!  They are especially there when you mess up and have to rely on quick reflexes to either fix your situation or brace for impact.

Snowboard Workout Routine

Absolutely no gym membership required folks! Besides, chances are you guys are at this snowboarding site because you snowboard, which also means you are probably broke like me and can’t afford a gym membership anyway.  So on to the workout.  It takes like I said less than thirty minutes and you can do it pretty much anywhere.  Do it every day cause it’s really not that hard.  You won’t need rest,

Pushups

I try and go for around about 100 a day.  You don’t have to do it all at once but shoot for finishing it up in three sets… so if you do three sets of 30 pushups a day then you should be in pretty good shape! 

Pushups serve two purposes in snowboarding.  One is to keep your upper body and wrists loose and limber.  The other is to brace you for impact.  I don’t know about you guys but when I fall snowboarding its usually towards my stomach and it’s nice to have a little bit of muscle built up to catch yourself.  Plus doing lots of pushups makes you look so Hott (with two ‘t’s).

Sit-ups/Crunches

It’s all in the core.  Again shoot for around 100 per day.  If you been snowboarding a lot before you found this guide, then doing three sets of 30 sit-ups will seem like bitch work.

One thing I want to say about sit-ups is that this is really about your spins and general movements.  Everything you do in snowboarding will be initiated from your core, so strengthening it up may produce a drastic difference in your riding.

If basic sit-ups are lame to you then put a twist in them at the end.  Now you are really working the muscles that are going to literally spin you in circles next season!



Standing 360s

Way better than squat jumps although those work too.  I would say 4 sets of 10 alternating frontside and backside.  You want to stand similar to your stance on your snowboard and concentrate on exploding high and fast.  The 360 should be done in the image of what you want them to look like on the snowboard slope.  In other words they should be really nice, floaty jumps with the full 360 degrees of rotation completed.

The benefits of this exercise should be pretty obvious.  It trains your quads for jumping nice and high and your core for quick, controlled rotations.  Not only that, it might help you out if you are having trouble getting yourself oriented during your spins (Where is the board? For that matter where is the landing?  Well hopefully after this exercise you’ll be able to figure it out better).

Think Snowboarding!

Snowboarding is so much more mental though than it is physical.  That is why these exercises are for the most part quick and painless.  Sure they will get you up to speed physically, but the mental aspects of the sport of snowboarding may still hold you back.

Since it is summer, now is the time to start putting last seasons’ hit videos on repeat in your DVD player.  Absorb every aspect of the tricks you see pro snowboarders do.  From how they prepare, to their drop, the set up, the pop, the rotation… it all matters.  Once you can practically replay these tricks in your head just replace that pro snowboarder with an image of you.  Really take the time to imagine how you would look making those same movements and trying that same trick.

If you see a nice, high ledge don’t be embarrassed to pretend you have a snowboard strapped to you and try a 270 or two.  Get on a trampoline and imagine you are staring at the transition to a jump, and then hit it!  The more you repeat and attempt these motions the more familiar they will become

The 08/09 season is just around the corner so get to work guys! See you on the slopes.

Jason Davis asked:


Burton has snowboards of all kinds for sale with their prices slashed! The website prosnowboardshop.com has 40 snowboards that are 10%-19% off, 215 snowboards that are 20%-29% off, 14 snowboards that are 30%-39% off, and two snowboards that are 40%-49% off. The Discount Snowboards are in such variety that you can find any color, price, width, size and weight you want. The colors they come in are black, blue, brown, gold, green, gray, orange, pink, purple, red, silver, tan, white and yellow. You can get men’s, women’s, youth, or kid’s boards. They range in price from $125.00-over $200.00. You can get midwide, regular, or wide width. The sizes range from 115-167.5. The weights range from 65-over 200 pounds.

Burton snowboards are some of the most popular snowboards in the world and with the ranges of styles, weights, colors, and price, it’s no surprise. Let’s discuss one of the popular boards for two groups of prospective buyers of these Discount Snowboards.

Most men would be attracted to the Burton T 6 Snowboard 159. It has the speed and grace of an F-22 Raptor. It races through the snow and cuts through it like a hot knife through butter. You can use it on the highest of mountain peaks and cruise down the mountain at record breaking speed. This board absorbs turbulence so you can go faster than with other boards and so there is less impact on the body when performing stunts. The sale price is $639.95 down from $799.95.

Women, on the other hand, would be tempted to buy the Burton Blender Snowboard Silver 148. This board is perfect for those who want to learn and master tricks. It comes equipped with Rail Ready Park Edges that keep the board from acquiring severe damage and the nose and tail shape make the take-off and landing much easier than it is on other boards. If you want to impress your friends with new tricks every time you go to the mountains, this is the board for you. The sale price is $319.95 down from $399.95.

There are obviously many more styles and types of Burton Discount Snowboards out there, but these are two of the popular ones. Check out the boards that are on sale today.

Jason Storm asked:


Snowboarding is one of the extreme sports that is becoming more and more popular. A lot of people wants to experience the fun and excitement of riding down the slopes, exploring all sorts of tricks and having that feeling of adrenaline pumping in your body.

However, you have to master the basics if you want to ride like a pro. 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”. Freestyle equipment uses a soft boot and a relatively short, maneuverable board, While the alpine board is thicker and heavier to give a more smooth ride.

*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. Snowboarding boots should be comfortable and and not too tight, in opposition to skiing boots.

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!

Ski Planner asked:


With the winter season fast closing in on us, it’s time to start getting ready to hit the slopes. Burton Snowboarding Gear is one of the best companies to come up with snowboarding equipment that keeps the fun-loving ones in mind. Where other snowboard manufacturing companies tend to focus on professional level gear that’s patterned after “the equipment used by professionals” or some other similar sales pitch, Burton’s focus is on the rest of us who just want to snowboard for fun, have a good time, and stay warm and comfortable while doing it.

Burton’s lineup involves not only snowboards, but apparel and accessories that focus on stylish appearance, safe performance, and user comfort. While they also have their own line of competition level gear, a vast majority of their equipment is meant for casual enjoyment and usage. Here are some samples of their offerings.

Kiddie and Beginner Snowboards - these snowboards are designed like bikes with trainer wheels, in that their balance and shape are very forgiving on the slopes. Performance wise, don’t expect to pull stunts with these boards, but if you don’t know much about snowboarding, you can expect that you’ll be eating the snow a lot less than you would with a normal board.

Intermediate to Advanced Snowboards - these are top quality snowboards designed for speed and agility. If you actually know what you’re doing and want to hit the slopes with a board that will let you strut your stuff, these are good purchases. Just make sure that you really DO know your stuff, as these boards can turn pretty quick, and it you’re not quite as agile as you think you are, you might wind up making a pretty good snowman on the slopes.

Kid’s Apparel - snowboarding is for everyone, even little kids, and Burton’s lineup takes into account high factors of both warmth and safety in their children’s clothing. Warm multi-layered socks, flashy jackets that make it easy to spot your kids on the slope, and heat-retaining pants are just some of the offerings. There are even additional lines for girls, featuring fleece jackets and beanies. These are meant as much to look good as they are to keep their wearers safe and warm.

Adult Apparel - these are full sized regular adult snow gear that affords warmth and protection. However, Burton’s winter gear lineup for adults also offers a greater degree of freedom of movement than some other winter gear manufacturers. While still warms and comfy, these jackets, boots, and pants are built light and sturdy to allow for quick and easy motions.

Gear Bags - Burton’s lineup of winter gear bags are made to mold to a snowboarder’s back during a run. Compact, light, and built with shallow profiles that cut on wind resistance, these bags can be taken on a board with no worries about their weight and balance throwing you off at a crucial moment. Even the arrangement of the straps has been taken into consideration, as they are designed to avoid binding up a person’s arms and shoulders when snowboarding.

Belt Pouches - Burton also has a lineup of belt pouches that hold small odds and ends if you don’t want to hassle with a full backpack on a snowboarding run. Some of these belt pouches are even specialized, like ones meant to hold the average portable CD player so you can listen to your favorite sounds while you’re on the slopes.

Tamara Williams asked:


It is amazing to see the great changes that sports clothes have suffered through history, and of course snowboarding is not an exception. Since the very moment snowboarders appeared, they have shown a unique style, a way of life that differs significantly from other sports such as skiing.

Skiing is considered a classic sport; ski competitions are much alike each other and everyone who skies has a style which seems to be the same from person to person. On the other hand, snowboarding is a sport based on individuality and freedom. As many other sportsmen and women, snowboarders have a special set of clothing specifically designed for them, much like people who practice urban sports such as skateboarding.

Season after season, snowboard clothing seems to evolve to allow snowboarders more freedom, as they need to jump ad high as possible and do many difficult movements. Although this freedom to move is essential and highly appreciated by boarders, they also search for clothing that offers the maximum possible durability, without disregarding quality.

As new fabrics appear on the market, snowboard clothing is becoming more stretchable and breathable, providing waterproof protection at the same time.

But let’s not forget about the looks!. As many other sportsmen and women, snowboarders prefer clothing that reflects their lifestyle; outstanding looks will help them distinguish from their boarder fellows, preserving and enhancing their feeling of uniqueness. Blacks, dark blues and navies are being less used than before, as sky blues, light reds and grays are (mostly combined with lightful colors, as yellow or bright orange) becoming the number one snowboarders’ choice.

Many snowboarding clothes manufacturers are beginning to make jackets without hoods; some even remove pockets from their jacket designs. This results not only in “cool” looks, but make the clothes less expensive too. They are also beginning to make their clothing less bulky, and as a result many snowboarders show their taste for slimwear.

Jasmine Stone asked:


As snowboarding becomes more popular, different enthusiasts created various channels to express their love and interest in the sport. As the years went by, the roads paved by the pioneers of snowboarding opened the way to more prestigious tournaments, to a category in the Olympics, and later on even to snowboarding videos.

The progression in the world of snowboarding made snowboarding films part of the sport’s culture. Since its recognition as an official sport 1985, many snowboarding videos have documented the events that happen each season which are usually released in the fall just before the winter, the peak season of snowboarding. While hobbyists were initially the only ones interested to film the sport, over the years, the number of companies covering snowboarding events have grown.

What initially started as something for personal use became an industry that is filming for various purposes. Some video productions companies have seen its commercial value and are manufacturing these specific type of films for advertisements. In fact, most snowboarding videos usually contain footages of famous professional snowboarders advertising their sponsors. An example where snowboarding films were used for commercials would be the film by Dave Seone about Shaun White called The White Album. This was sponsored by Mountain Dew, Burton Snowboards, and even Playstation for its snowboarding game.

Snowboarding has also been a subject of interest in Hollywood films, like the movie Out Cold released in 2001. The movie included appearances by several famous professional riders as either stunt performers or actual characters, or both. Out Cold is one of few major film productions that realistically depicted snowboarding and exhibited a true understanding of the sport’s real nature and culture.

Snowboarding films have also been documented to showcase the current trends and styles in the sport. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, watching snowboarding videos will be a great help in developing your skills as a rider. Although videos can never substitute actual learning from an instructor, this may help supplement lessons that are being taught in the field. You can find many downloadable videos from the internet and you may also order copies of documented events from either websites or stores for snowboarding.

For those who just want to have a souvenir, don’t hesitate to film yourself while on your board. You need not climb mountains to go snowboarding since there many other places that you can use like ski hills. And, contrary to popular belief, you do not need large amounts of snow to do some slides. You can take your personal snowboarding video anywhere where there is enough snow and a nice slope. If it’s hilarious enough, you can send it to America’s Funniest Home Video and who knows, you might even win.

However, for those novices who want to be discovered, you can also create your own videos to document your talent. Though it is not necessary to have someone professional take your footages, it may help when you intend to replicate it and send it to different scouts looking for a rookie. But if you intend to do this, make sure that you use a high end camera to clearly capture your moves. This will be a good strategy to present and market your skill and style. Also remember that it is easier to send a scout a copy of your snowboarding video for him to see the talent in you than to wait for a scout to find while you doing your best trick.

Jason Davis asked:


Keep in mind that if you are a freestyle snowboarder, you will be looking for a shorter, more flexible board. All mountain snowboarders use a longer board than freestylers, and snowboard racers use the longest boards of all disciplines.

What kind of snowboard binding is best for me?

Again, your choice of all aspects of snowboarding equipment is entirely driven by how involved you are in the sport. If you are a professional alpine snowboarder, you will want the step in binding. The most common binding is the two-strap or rear entry binding, and the size will be in direct relationship to your boot size. Your bindings will be adjustable, but make sure that the fit is perfect for your boot size.

What kind of snowboard boots are best for me?

If you are a larger person, you will want a stiff boot to support your weight and give you greater maneuverability. This is a crucial piece of snowboarding equipment and you will want to do your homework very carefully!

Do I have to purchase a helmet?

Well, let me put it to you this way: how many heads do you have in a lifetime? Yes, you definitely want to purchase a helmet. And just as your boots should be the very best you can afford, so should your helmet be top of the line. Prevention of head injuries is the smartest thing a snowboarder can do! You will also want to buy a good pair of goggles that are tinted to shut out UV rays, and also to prevent eye injury from any foreign objects. Believe it or not, ice can cause substantial injury to the human eye!

Get the right snowboarding equipment for your level of participation in this excellent sport - and have fun on the slopes!

James Murray asked:


Where did snowboarding originate, and the debate goes on. Whether snowboarding descended from skiing or skateboarding, snowboarding is a legitimate exciting sport that requires a descent on a snowy slope using a snowboard. It is difficult to really point out who started this fun-filled sport, but one thing is for sure; somebody will always have the idea of sliding down a snowy slope on a board or sled.

The growing recognition of snowboarding around the world is evidenced by its establishment as a sports discipline in 1995. As such, snowboarding has been included in events in Winter Olympics and Winter X-games. It even has a US Open tournament of its own. The growth of snowboarding as a sport is undeniable as more and more people get hooked on it.

Now that you are among the countless ones who want to try out the fun and excitement that only snowboarding can give, it is high time that you learn the basics of making your very first downhill ride on a snowboard. So how do you begin?

First, you need to procure the necessary snowboarding equipment. You need to have the right snowboarding gear, clothing, boots, and of course, snowboard. Make sure that your snowboard is the right size for you; not too expansive or narrow.

If you already have the necessary equipment, you can start learning the basics of riding your snowboard. Here are a few important things to remember as you start to find your destiny in snowboarding.

Keep in mind that snowboarding is similar to snow skiing. The body movements that enable you to control and stabilize your snowboard are the same as the movements in skiing. Therefore, if you are already a skilled skier, there will be fewer problems for you ahead. A skier will have easier time than a skateboard thrasher to learn snowboarding.

Always be in a relaxed position. Like any sport, snowboarding requires a calm and hang-loose mindset. Most accidents and injuries in snowboarding happen when one is in tensed position. As you mount your snowboard, keep your knees bent; a stiff stance will only make you absorb impacts between your snowboard and snow.

Do not start learning how to snowboard by immediately riding down the snowy slope during the first time. Instead, begin with snowboarding across a small patch of snow. Get a feel for the sport. Be conscious of your snowboard and your movement. Are you comfortable in your getup and equipment?

Try steering the snowboard over the small area you are in. Practice making turns, learn the finer points of toe-side turns, which means turning by lifting your heels up while pressing your toes to the snowboard; or heel-side turns, which make use of your heels for your turning. Once you have mastered the basics of balancing and steering your snowboard, you can move to a bigger patch of snow, but do not try a long and steep slope just yet.

Now that you have actually moved on your snowboard, you have to learn how to stop your snowboard. Stopping a snowboard basically requires making more turns until you find your self going for an uphill position. An uphill direction will certainly slow your snowboard down until you are in a complete stop.

After learning all the basic riding movements, you can now try a full-scale ride down a longer and steeper snow slope.

PheelGoodInc asked:

A montage from Big Bear Resort in So Cal by Pheel Good Inc.