Snowboard boots might well be the most important snowboarding purchase you can make. Sure, buying your snowboard and bindings are more exciting, but boots are an integral piece of equipment and play the vital role of transferring your physical movement into effective snowboard control. If the boots are a little too big, you lose control and snowboarding beco… read more
When purchasing snowboard apparel, consider the three-layer system: wear a base layer, an insulating layer and a water- and windproof outer layer. This system is particularly useful when it comes to jackets. It pays to purchase a jacket that fits into this system because you'll be able to tailor your clothing to the weather conditions outside. With the three… read more
Although helmets are not generally required for snowboarding, they are becoming more and more common on ski slopes. Helmets offer important protection from potential serious head injury, and every rider should consider purchasing one. Before you make the purchase, be sure that the helmet is right for you--getting the correct fit is extremely important, as a… read more
Whether you put together your snowboard package yourself or purchase a package designed by a retailer, you should approach the purchase the same way. You need to make sure all of the equipment suits your needs, fits you correctly and works together. Don't assume a package put together by a shop will work well for you. Check each component of the package (sno… read more
Choosing the right pair of snowboard bindings is an important decision that will affect each and every day you spend on the mountain. In addition to a board and boots, bindings are key snowboarding gear that you simply can't ride without. They keep your feet attached to the snowboard so that you can transfer your physical motion onto the board. While choosin… read more
Owning your own snowboard means no rental fees and no awkward fits. Buying your own snowboard enables you to not only choose a personalized piece of equipment that suits your character but also one that is tuned exactly to your size, s… read more
If you've been snowboarding for any length of time, you know what an important role your edges play. Unless you're fortunate enough to live somewhere that gets constant powder, your edges are necessary for digging into hardpack and all… read more
In the past decade, snowboarding has become one of the hottest winter sports. As such, each winter season, you will likely see thousands of new and seasoned snowboarders at the resorts. Some are dressed appropriately. Others are wearin… read more
While converting shoe size to snowboard boot size sounds like a mathematical equation, it's not mathematical at all. On the surface, snowboard boots are sized the same as shoes, so you can use your shoe size as a starting point. Unlike… read more
When you hit the slopes with children, it's imperative that you dress them mindfully. Kids generally have less insulating fat than adults, and they don't always say when they are getting cold. A warm, comfortable and dry kid means you'… read more
One of the few problems with snowboarding is how expensive the gear is. Between a board, bindings, clothing and accessories you could quickly spend thousands of dollars. Then you have no money left over to plan a snowboard trip to any… read more
Snowboarding pants are arguably your most important clothing purchase for the sport. Strive to purchase a quality pair of pants. If you need to save money, cut your jacket or accessory budget, but spend what it takes to buy a quality p… read more
Most children are not adept at sizing their footwear; they can pick out what looks good but give vague answers about fit. While this works for sneakers, it won't work for snowboard boots because the boots need to fit tightly. Work clos… read more
Snowboarding is a sport that is highly gear-reliant. Not only do you need a snowboard, bindings and boots, but you also need gear that is the proper size and style. If you purchase the wrong gear, snowboarding can quickly turn from eng… read more
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Seattle, Washington is between the Puget Sound to the west and Lake Washington to the east. The largest city in Washington, Seattle is within driving distance of several winter resorts that feature skiing and snowboarding. The closest… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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