The History of Snowboarding

The History of Snowboarding

At least 80 years before snowboarding became an Olympic sport, people were riding down snowy hills on single boards – similar to surfers – in a practice predating what we now call “snowboarding.” Vern Wicklund is credited with inventing the first single...
Top Five Olympic Snowboarding Moments

Top Five Olympic Snowboarding Moments

While snowboarding has been a popular recreational activity for many years, it only became recognized as an Olympic sport in 1998. Despite being one of the youngest sports in the event, there have been plenty of great moments over the last 23 years. These are the five...
How to Handle a Jump On A Snowboard

How to Handle a Jump On A Snowboard

When one takes on an outdoor activity such as snowboarding, it is exciting to get into once you have mastered the activity basics. However, there are times in which one advances to an intermediate or advanced level in an activity and are willing to take the chance to...