What is the snowboard equipment?

Skiing is a common sport in winter, and snowboarding is one of the sports. When we are snowboarding, in order to protect everyone's safety, we need to know about snowboarding equipment. Some people may be trying snowboarding for the first time, so we need to introduce relevant knowledge to them. So what exactly are the snowboarding equipment? Let’s see how the editor answers this question.

Snowboard is the youngest winter sports equipment and has been gaining more and more popularity around the world in recent years. The structure and sliding conditions of snowboard are very similar to those of alpine board (SKI), but the playing methods (skills) and equipment are different.

1. Snowboards are generally divided into three categories:

1. RACE: The tip of the board is slightly tilted downward, and the board is relatively narrow, especially the waist part. It basically only slides on the snow track and is suitable for slalom and competition.

2. FREERIDE: A versatile all-round board for the general public that can be used not only on the snow trails but also in deep snow. The front and rear ends of this board are tilted upward, but the directionality is still very clear.

3. FREESTYLE: A freestyle board, used for tricks such as jumping and spinning.

2. Snowboard Shoes

Snowboard shoes are divided into two types: soft shoes and hard shoes. Hard boots are very similar to alpine ski boots (hard outer shell and soft inner shoe cover), and are almost only used in a few competitive events today (such as giant slalom). Comfortable and lightweight soft shoes have been popularized in recent years.

3. Fixer

The biggest difference from alpine skiing is that the snowboard bindings actually fix the shoes and the board together. Soft shoes and hard shoes require different bindings, and currently soft shoe series dominate the market. The latest development trend in bindings is the so-called STEP IN binding, which is a special piece of metal added to the bottom of the shoe to fix the shoe and board.

For many people, whether to choose a strap or an adjustable binder is a difficult question. Adjustable bindings are more convenient, but many people think that belts give a better feel, especially when trying difficult tricks on the halfpipe. Although many advanced skiers use straps, many beginners and intermediates prefer the convenience of adjustable bindings, which allow skiers to fiddle with them without having to sit in the snow.

4. Ski suit

Like alpine ski clothing, snowboard clothing must be waterproof, windproof, breathable, and allow for free movement. In addition, you should also use some protective gear such as knee pads, elbow pads, wrist guards, hip guards, etc. for protection. Likewise, goggles are essential. The purpose of ski clothing is to keep you warm and dry while skiing.

The above is the answer to the question of what snowboarding equipment is available. I hope it can help us all. In addition to understanding snowboarding equipment, we also need to understand the movement techniques of this sport. Only after we do this can we better ensure people's health. Finally, I hope we can all be healthy and safe!