Snowboarding
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Was there snowbording during the 1930's?
Jack Burchett made a snowboard like sled in 1929, by tying horse reins to a cut out of plywood. Next Sherman Poppen Created the...
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How do you wax a snowboard properly?
Waxing your snowboard provides immediate benefits and is easy to do. With a few tools and an hour anyone can put a fresh coat of...
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Who invented snowboarding?
Jack Burchett built a snowboard like sled in 1929. He did this by taking a piece of plywood and used horse reigns to tie the feet...
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What are the rules of snowboarding?
Rules: Ride It may not be actual "rules" but its your responsibility Your Responsibility Code Always stay in control....
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Is it true that if a person is able to snowboard it is harder for them to learn how to surf and if so why is that?
it isn't true because when you snowboard you improve your sense of balance. That balance you need for surfing as well. Also you...
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How many gold medals has the US won in all of Olympic history?
As of the 2008 Summer Olympics, the US has won 896 gold medals in the Summer Olympics and 78 gold medals in the Winter Olympics.
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What is the best stomp pad for a snowboard?
If you want a good stomp pad, get the Burton pad. Burton is very reliable and possibly the best brand of snowboards in the world....
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How much money does a professional snowboarder earn?
There is a wide range. Professional snowboarding can go from a base levels of photo incentive and travel funding only to...
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Snowboarding wages how much do they make per year?
Re"Snowboarding wages how much do they.. Well it is true that snowboarders make a lot of money each year. But is mainly come...
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Why are snow sports not popular in the US?
They don't get snow everywhere so it's kinda hard to practice.
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What is a twin tip snowboard?
It is a snowboard where the tip and tail are exactly the same width. This is the most common shape of a snowboard. There are two...
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What kind of snowboard should a beginner buy?
snow boards You can buy end-of-the-season (used for rental) boards from most smaller stores,as apposed to large chain stores....
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What is the closest ski resort to Lynchburg VA?
Wintergreen Resort in Wintergreen, VA is about 40-45 miles north of Lynchburg. Take Route 29 north just north of Amherst to Route...
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Why do snowboarders wax their boards?
to reduce friction between your board and the snow, and to protect the base of your snowboard.
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What are older Liquid Snowboards worth?
I just bought a "Liquid 50" snowboard off a buddy. The board cost me 50$ with no bindings or boots.
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Where can you find snowboards with beer logos on them?
You have to be a grocery manager at a grocery store, or be good friends with someone who is. What you do then is ask the beer...
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Where can you find Burton Snowboarding stickers?
Burton.com Any ski/ride shop that carries burton products may be a place, but for sure on their website.
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What are some good tips to give to people on snowboarding?
Tips to give people about learning to snowboard are, Take a lesson with a Certified Pro. Snowboarding is like skiing except you...
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What snowboard size should you get if you are 1.75 mt tall?
Dude, I don't know much, but for sure you need more info than this to get an answer - ie. your weight, height, foot size, what...
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What are the perks of being a pro snowboarder?
getting spons. from anyone and everyone, and of course the free stuff!!!!!!!!!!
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How do you ollie on a snowskate?
To ollie on a snowskate you, Lift your front foot while pushing with your back foot on the tail of the snowskate. Jump and push...
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How to become a professional snowboarder?
There are many amazing snowboarders out there such as Shaun White, Eddie Wall, Tara Dakides and Travis Rice. I dont think there...
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How can you see if you must wax your snowboard?
you should hot wax your snowboard everyother time you go out riding if you dont your gunna ruin the pores of the base of your...
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When is the ski season in New Zealand?
For the most part, ski season in New Zealand lasts from May-June to Sepember-October. many resorts are indeed open for all but...
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How much do snowboarders train?
train!? bwahaha! it's fun man, I snowboard as much as humanly possible and rarely get sick of it. it only gets boring when the...
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What is the best color of goggle lenses for skiing or snowboarding?
Most people believe that amber lenses are the best for sports, however, everthing looks a diffent shade of yellow amber, and...
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When was snowboarding invented?
Jack Burchette built the first snowboard like sled in 1929. In 1965 Sherman Poppen invented the Snurfer which is often cited as...
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Who invented the snowboard?
Tom Sims in 1963 in his 8th grade shop class. He created it out of plywood and strapped the feet in with a clothes line and horse...
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Do you wear liner socks in your ski boots?
Liner socks are designed to transport moisture away from your foot into the outer socks. They keep feet dry, warm and help...
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What do you wear under snow pants?
A base layer of thermal underwear, you can also wear a pair of light sweat pants that are not cotton. Its best to not wear...
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What is freestyle snowboarding?
freestyle snowboarding is the most common style of boarding, it involves riding any natural terrain available. pulling small...
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How Much Does A Snowboarder Make Per Hour?
If your an instructor it depends on the mountain. probably close to minumum wage to start. If you mean a sponsored rider, they...
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What is shred in the context of snowboarding?
To shred is to go snowboarding. It comes from the noise that the board makes when you carve.
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What is the difference between waterproof and weatherproof?
Waterproof that if water gets on something it wont hurt it and weather proof is if something is in the weather it won't mess it...
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Is Winter X Games 12 going to be canceled?
i think Winter X will still be happening. The cancellation is just a rumor. Check out this ESPN site: www.winterxrumoralert.com
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What snowboarding brand is the best?
It depends on what you like to do, and how much money your willing to spend. If you have loads of money, you can really hook...
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Whats the diferince from riding goofy and regular?
In sporting activities that involve boards(Skateboards, snowboards, wakeboards, wake skates, snowskates, etc..); you have one...
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What is the difference between burton snowboards or hurley snowboards?
personally i would go with a burton board...bettter quality
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How do you change lens on Oakley A Frame goggles?
- make sure the goggles are warm - helps the frame to bend so you don't break it - pull (hard) on the top center part first -...
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When was MJ Jack Burchett born?
I believe he was born in 1906.
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How can you learn how to snowboard?
The best way to learn to snowboard is to take a lesson with a certified Pro. You can get private or group lessons at most all...
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Is Shaun White the best snowboarder in the world?
Shaun White is the best snowboarder for sure
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What is a snowboarding Terrain Park?
A snowboarding Terrain Park is a part of a ski resort that has jumps, rails, boxes, jibs, Half-pipes, etc.
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Are Liquid snowboard bindings good?
yes they rock!
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Who was the first person to try snowboarding?
The first person to try snowing was thomas quitin.
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What is the danger of snowboarding?
well you could break a load of bones if you try to hard like a harder slope =] get at lest 1 lesson from a friend of so =]=] U...
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Who designed the first snowboard?
Its a point of debate but speculation indicates that this was either Sherman Poppen with the creation of his 'Snurfer' Tom Sims...
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How can participate in winter Olympics games?
women and men.
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Who is the most famous snowboarder?
Ross Rebagliati became a household name in 1998 when he won the first ever Olympic gold medal for snowboarding! Whenever you...
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Why do people like snowboarding out of bounds?
Because when you snowboard out of bounds there is a sense of a challenge knowing that you do not know what there is out there and...
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Who is the youngest professional snowboarder?
im guessing shaun white.....
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What is hip turning in snowboarding?
you use your hips in snowboarding to turn, stop and carve. Your hips are really important for snowbaording.
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What nationality is Chas Guldemond?
Chas Guldemond is an American that was born in California and grew up in New Hampshire and now lives in California. Click on the...
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Who is Shaun White?
a AWESOME snowboarder
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How do you find the right size snowboard?
According to beginsnowboarding.com: " There are many styles of snowboards and sizes. If you are a beginner, my suggestion is to...
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What snowboard does shaun white use?
his own pro models through Burton. Right now he rides the operator which he designed and he has some mystery board he rides in...
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What clothing do you wear when you go to the snow?
thermals,snowpants,jackets,boots
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Why was the snowboard invented?
The first snowboard was originally made by Sherman Poppen in Muskegon, Michigan when he bolted two skis together for his children...
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How many types of snowboards are there?
There are 3 main types of snowboards Freestyle specific snowboards are shorter in length with a centered stance and turned up...
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What sport combines water skiing snowboarding surfing?
You can buy "The Wave" skateboard. go to www.streetsurfing.com
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How old do you have to be to snowboard?
there is no age limit! you can start at any age its a free world why do you think the government has to have a censor on...
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What size snowboard does a 6 foot 3 inch 270 pound guy need?
YOU WOULD NEED A BOARD THAT IS 160 TO 163cm. IN LENGTH I say nothing less than a 156.. thats if you really wanna get tricky like...
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How high up should a snowboard be on you?
about at your chin
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What does snowboarding have to do with science?
It might have something to do with forces especially with contact force.
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What size snowboard for a 5'9'' 165 Ib. guy?
I am 5'9 and have a 154cm board but i only weigh 130lbs so maybe a 160cm board??? hope i helped :)
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For what system?
hey man if u push up down square left up right you will delete ur hard drive that's what's happen to me Where do you put this...
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Why people like snowboard?
Because it presents more of a challenge than Skiing, and it also looks cooler than skiing. That's one opinion, but you can do...
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What do you call a person who can ride with either goofy or regular?
Nothing. There are many riders, mostly park riders, who learn how to ride both ways, its the only way to get better in the park....
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Whats fun about snowboarding?
everything!
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Who invented a regular tennis shoe?
Well, shoes have started out from grass sandals, to more things. But an EXACT answer would be hard
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How do you hot wax a snowboard?
Snowboards need to be regularly waxed to keep the base running nice and fast. Applying a fresh coat of hot wax every few times...
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Do you need ski goggles to snowboard?
It depends on the weather. If you are up in the high hill and its snowy, the best advise is to wear the goggles so it would be a...
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Is nigel lockey a good snowboarder?
no he is'nt hes the worst in all of the world he cant even do up a binding he doesnt even know what snowboarding is
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What country has won the most gold medals in the winter Olympics?
Norway won 98, followed by the United States & Soviet Union with 78.
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What is a snowboard made of?
Usually wood or a synthetic material like fiberglass.
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What shoes do you wear when snowboarding?
Snowboard Boots You can wear any specific snowboarding boots. Burton K2 D.C. and many more The prices range from 50.00 to 400.00...
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Is snowboarding dangerous?
yes u can DIE but its still fun if its not dangerous its not fun
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Why did they invent snowboarding?
There is no reason for the creation of the snowboard. An 8th grader back in the 50s created one in his shop class, and he started...
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What are some good tips to give to people about snowboarding?
First - wear a helmet - you will take falls that your ancestors will feel. Don't chance a head injury. Second - Take a...
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How much dooes a snowboard weigh?
WWW.SNOWBOARD4FREE.COM says a snowboard can weigh from 4-7 pounds. This is a range from kids boards up to a 167cm board. This...
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How tall is Shaun White?
I read that Shaun White is 5' 8" (1.73m)
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What kind of equipment do you use for snowboarding?
A snowboard, and perhaps snowboard boots. You can get snowboards with buckles for normal shoes/boots, and you can get snowboards...
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What ski resort has the most snow statistically?
Mt. Baker ski area in Northern Washington state. They boast 647 inches annually, and in 1998-99 season they had a world record...
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Are forum arena bindings good?
Yes they are sick! So much better than any other Burton or Flow binder. I've rode Burton high end bindings and went through my...
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Why dont snow cannon pipes freeze?
Anti freezing agents are used
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What is the steepest ski slope?
Note: All runs are at a ski resort. They are NOT backcountry and all labeled runs by the resort. At 78% (38ยบ), Harakiki in...
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How many snowboard events are in the olympics?
As of the 2006 Olympics there are six snowboarding events: men's and women's halfpipe, men's and women's parallel giant slalom,...
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Annual snowboarding revenue?
it depends if you have a sponsorship, you can make some good money, but otherwise you'd have to enter and win competitions to...
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Where did snowboarding start?
USA it was a way for teenage kids to be rebals against the skiers at first it wasnt aloud at resorts but now its welcome mostly...
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What are the skills for Snowboarding?
Mainly Balance You also have to be confident, that always helps.
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What is the difference using figure skates versus hockey skates?
Both the edge and the curve of the blade are different, not to mention the pick on figure skates. A hockey blade is more curved...
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Where can you get Tora Bora sportswear?
Surf to http://torabora.eu
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When do I know that I am ready to move up from a beginner's snowboard to the next level board?
you will know that you are ready when you fell confident on the beginners hill then you can move up to the next level
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How much does Shaun White make a year?
Shaun White makes approximately $10 million a year
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What are the packaging requirements to mail a snowboard?
Take some empty boxes and fold them flat and slide the board into the boxes and tape it shut.
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How many medals has Shawn white won in the Olympics?
NONE! hes never been in the olympics as skateboarding and snowboarding halfpipe is not an olympic sport.
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Can you customize your board in Shaun White?
No you cant in shaun white snowboarding if thats what ur talking about
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What is a park board?
A 'park board' is a snowboard that is made to be used in a freestyle park. The board is made lighter and with a stronger core....
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What did the early snowboard look like?
One of the earliest snowboards was called "The Snurfer". It was basically a plank of wood with a string attached to the nose for...
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What brand was the snowboard jacket the bachelorette jillian harris wore on tonights show?
It's the Oakley Mane Jacket...it's from the Gretchen Bleiler collection. I was eyeing it down all winter long and as soon as I...
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