Don’t Overlayer
While multiple layers is great for keeping riders warm, the heat generated from the intense exercises involved in snowboarding means that people can experience diminishing returns. In most cases, all a snowboarder needs is some thermal clothing, not made from cotton, and a light, waterproof jacket; a hoodie can be stored away until such intense cold sets in. Cotton should be avoided as it absorbs sweat-sweat can freeze and will further lower body temperature.
Renting is Fine
Unless a first-timer has been given a quality board as a present, there is no shame in renting one’s snowboard. Furthermore, the first hobby purchase should go toward one’s boots. One important thing to know when looking into buying or renting a snowboard is the significance of “regular” and “goofy;” regular means the user leads with his left foot or shoulder and goofy means the user leads with his right side. Notably the notation of regular and goofy also affects which side of a chairlift queue boarders should take.
Tether Your Board
Snowboards are a moderately costly piece of equipment. Any boarder who fails to somehow tether his board to his body is inevitably going to lose that board, possibly for good.
Understand Who Has Right of Way
Right of way travels downward because it is easier to see people in front of a person than it is to see out of the back of that person’s head.
Do Some Preparation
Before anyone heads out to try snowboarding, it is a very good idea to research the weather forecast for the duration of your snowboarding trip and to assess what equipment is actually needed for the forecast. Upon arriving at the site, it is a good idea to start the day with an energy-boosting breakfast, to remain hydrated throughout the day and to regularly stretch one’s calves, hamstrings and quadriceps.
Push With the Back Foot
Much like how one maneuvers on a skateboard, the ideal means of snowboard propulsion is to push off with one’s rear foot. While it may seem odd on initial attempts, the alternative is to place undue levels of stress on the knee joints of the leading foot, a foot that should remain locked into place on the board.
