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Ultimate Guide: How To Buy Used Snowboards

Written by Bode on February 8, 2010 — Leave a Comment

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Not only is buying a used snowboard a great way to save money but it's also a great way to pick up a tremendous snowboard at a fraction of the price. Before taking the plunge and buying  a used snowboard it's good to take a few precautions to ensure that you get a good quality board and not a lemon. Take the precautions outlined below and you should be well underway to finding a tremendous value in a used snowboard.

I know a lot of folks recommend that you rent a snowboard instead of buying one but the fact of the matter is that the cost of renting snowboards and other gear required to snowboard adds up rather quickly and very soon equals the cost of a quality used snowboard. And the other thing these folks don't mention is that rental snowboards are usually in very poor shape, very poor condition and are rarely waxed or maintained which leads to very poor performance on the snow and gives you a bad impression of snowboarding in general.

The first thing you want to do is choose the right size snowboard for yourself. The key for choosing the right length snowboard is finding a used snowboard that is ideally no higher than your nose and no lower than your chin when you stand it on its end. This will give you both stability and flexibility.

There are a lot of different styles of snowboards but the only one you should be considering is the freeride/all mountain style used snowboard if you are a beginner to snowboarding. Freeride/all mountain snowboards are designed for all-purpose mountain riding and are the most commonly used snowboard's. Freeride/all mountain are the most ideal style snowboard for beginners to snowboarding.

Once you've determined what the right length and style snowboard is for you, it's time to visually inspect the used snowboard. What you are basically looking for is a used snowboard that has some minor wear and tear but what you want to stay away from are any snowboards that show any visible dents or structural damage to the snowboard.

Snowboards are comprised of many layers and if possible you'll want to find the used snowboard that doesn't show any signs of any delaminating (peeling off of top layer). It's a good idea to also check for damage underneath the stickers and stomp pads as some shady sellers will typically try to hide damage with these. Scratches are fine as this falls under the category of normal wear and tear for a used snowboard.

Underneath the board what you are looking for is what is referred to in snowboarding as core shots. Core shots are dents that reach all the way to the wood of the snowboard and you should clearly state away from these. These are repairable but often affect the performance of the snowboard. Anything that looks like a deep gouge to the base of your prospective used snowboard you should stay away from.

If the used snowboard you are buying comes with bindings you'll want to check the bindings for any cracks and you'll also want to make sure that they screw in and out of the snowboard threading fittings okay. This is a common mistake a lot of people make when buying a used snowboard so make sure the threading holes for the bindings function well. Trust me you don't want a used snowboard, no matter how good of shape it's in, if you can't firmly attach the bindings to it.

While you have the bindings off you'll also want to inspect the area underneath the bindings to ensure that there are no cracks hiding under there.

You'll also want to check out the edges on the used snowboard. Again you're looking for gouges that go into the wood of the snowboard. That's what you want to stay away from. If the edges are dull, they can easily be sharpened to improve performance but stay away from any gouges.

Ideally what you are looking for in a used snowboard is a used snowboard with minor scrapes and scratches and essentially just cosmetic damage. It is also very good idea to only buy used snowboards from brand-name manufacturers. these are typically made with better quality materials and last longer.

Look for a used snowboard that has only been ridden a few times or for used snowboards that has been well maintained.

Ask questions like, "how often did you wax your snowboard?" If you are looking online try to get as much information as humanly possible from the seller. Often times sites like eBay are where you can find really good deals and where you can find folks just looking to unload their barely used stuff and larger companies looking to unload last years models.

Be persistent. Know what you're looking for and you'll be sure to find a tremendous value in a used snowboard soon enough..

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Basic Snowboard Care

Written by Bode on January 25, 2010 — Leave a Comment

The overall surface of a snowboard should be kept smooth and able to easily prevent debris from collecting on the board itself. The smooth surface makes it much easier to control the board while in play. The better your control of the board, the easier is it to get the most of your speed and ease of turning. Obviously, the less effort you have to exert in order to control the board, the better your endurance and the longer you can actually engage in the sport in a short period of time. This can be very important when you choose to engage in snowboard competitions.

As far as the board itself, a good quality snowboard wax helps keep your board in top condition, extending the life of the board itself. Over time, a board that is not maintained properly with a good wax job will develop a rough texture and more stress will be placed on the board as it is used. The wax will help you to get the most out of your board, by extending the life of the board.

When it comes to applying the snowboard wax, make sure you have a dry room that is well ventilated to do the job. As with many products, the fumes can make you dizzy. Make sure that you have laid some sort of a cloth, such as an old sheet or a dropcloth, so the excess wax will have something to drip onto. You also will need to have a couple of blocks or bricks to prop the board onto, so that it is not resting on the ground. A cheap pair of household gloves will also help to protect your hands while applying the wax.

Snowboard wax usually comes in the form of a bar, similar to a bar of soap. Before you begin to apply the wax, heat it up by using an old iron. If you do not have a waxing iron, you can use a conventional iron that is free of rust and ideally with a non-stick surface. The idea is to have the wax liquefied enough to spread, but not so hot that it will begin to smoke.

After dripping the wax onto your board, spread a coat evenly across the surface, using a plastic scraper, similar to the types that are used to scrape frost and ice from the windshield of a car. The layer does not have to be a thick coating, but it is important that it be as even as you can manage. Once the wax is evenly spread, allow it to cool. While it is cooling, the wax will begin to seep into the texture of the board.

Once the wax is cooled, use another scraper to gently remove any excess wax. Don't use the scraper to dig down into the board. What you want is a very clear veneer on the board with no spots that have any wax buildup. For a final step, take an abrasive pad and polish the surface to further smooth out the layer of wax.

There is some difference of opinion on how often you should wax your snowboard. A good rule of thumb is to apply a new coat of snowboard wax after every three uses. You can adjust this based on your own experience, and how much of a beating your wax job takes during your routine use of the board. Also remember that a board which has been in storage for some time should have a new coat of wax before you begin to use it again.

By taking proper care of your snowboard, you will greatly extend the life of the board and enjoy your snowboarding time even more. Snowboard wax is one of the best ways to ensure your board stays in the best operating condition at all times.

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Learn How To Snowboard In A Flash

Written by Bode on January 2, 2010 — Leave a Comment

Is it really that hard to learn how to snowboard? Does snowboarding really take a toll on your body? The answer is really yes and no to both questions particularly for the beginning snowboarder. Yes you might wake up with some sore muscles and yes you might spend a lot of time falling down but by reading this article you'll dramatically reduce your learning curve in learning how to snowboard.

The hardest thing about learning how to snowboard is learning how to balance yourself on your snow board without falling while boarding down the mountain. While on your snowboard you want to keep your knees bent, you want to be leaning forward just a bit with a slight arch in your back and your thighs should be at about a 45° angle. This is the best position you can be in the balance yourself on a snowboard.

If you find yourself falling off in while snowboarding their first time out the best piece of advice we can give you is the following. Lean down with the mountain. In other words put yourself in the position where you are leaning your body weight forward so you can build your momentum to go down with the mountain.

Unfortunately, most beginning snowboarders when they begin to lose their balance they also start to flail their arms and upper torso in every direction and this is what causes you to fall. Again what you want to do is lean down and forward and just try to go with the mountain.

When it comes to turning on your snowboard you can either do it by leaning in either direction with your body weight or by using your lead foot to carve the snowboard in either direction. For beginners it's best to learn how to use your lead foot because it's much easier to stay balanced this way.

To stop or slow down your mentor would you want to do with Dick your back foot into the snow and slowly lean more of your body weight into your back foot. It's important to do this slowly because if you do it too quickly you lose control of your snowboard by lifting the front edge off the snow.

Start off on an easy beginning slope, follow these tips and you should be okay on yourr First snowboarding trip. If you're worried about waking up sore it's also a good idea to bring some aspirin with you to take the night you get home from snowboarding as well as the following morning so you can avoid any major soreness.

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Snowboarding Tips

Written by Bode on November 28, 2009 — Leave a Comment

One of the most important things to keep in consideration when riding is your posture. It is best to have your knees bent and loose and to keep you back as straight as possible. For some people this is somewhat of an awkward stance so it's a good idea to get accustomed to it before you hit the slopes if you fall into that category.

Another thing you want to do before getting on the ski lift is determine which leg you feel more comfortable with in the back when you are riding. This is the leg/foot you will be using to slow down and stop so it's important that you feel comfortable with it performing these duties.

If you have already decided to go snowboarding then you pretty much have to concede that you are going to fall and probably several times. That being the case... be prepared! Have a helmet ready to go and if you really want to go the extra mile get some butt pads and wrist guards. And make sure everything fits before you're ready to start snowboarding.

If you've never been snowboarding before it's usually a good idea to set a side some time prior to snowboarding to watch other people snowboard. This is where you can often get a good picture in your mid of proper form so you can have something to draw upon when you're falling time after time on the slopes and can't seem to figure things out.

If you're renting a snowboard it's a good idea to make sure the board has been recently waxed and of utmost importance are the bindings. Make sure the bindings are screwed on tightly to the snowboard and that they work properly!

If you're just starting out it's a really good idea to stay away from stiff snowboards as they are harder to ride and maneuver and usually result in a poor experience for most users.

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Tips For Buying A Used Snowboard

Written by Bode on October 29, 2009 — Leave a Comment

Getting a good quality brand name snowboard at half the price is possible if you consider the value in pre-owned boards. A lot can go wrong when buying  a used board and therefore it is a good thought to do your due diligence so you don't wind up making a costly error. The snowboard must be wider then your feet with snowboots and you should still have a couple of inces to spare. The last thing you want is for your toes or heels to be dragging on the snow as you come down the slopes! Next you have to decide what length snowboard you want. . If you're looking to perform tricks and stunts then a shorter snowboard is for you but if you just want speed then a longer snowboard is for you. But essentially it is a good idea to determine what type of snowboarding style suits you best before making this decision. If you are a novice snowboarder it is a good thought to buy and all -slopes snowboard as the snowboard's blend features of both short and long snowboards and are made to be ridden all over the slopes. Next you want to look for any apparent imperfections especially on top of the snowboard. Steer clear of any pre-owned boards that show some major dents or cracks but be aware that some delamination on the board is normal. Stay away from any snowboards that have experienced some type of major impact and look for something that just has some cosmetic defects. A common oversight when acquiring a used snowboard is the removal of the bindings and the inspection of the area underneath. Perform the same inspect with the stomp pads and the stickers. Another thing to check for here is the threading holes for the bindings and basically you just want to make sure they still work. The last thing you want is a pre-owned snowboard that you cannot securely attach bindings to. Sometimes also overlooked are the metal edges around the board. Normal wear and tear around the edges is fine and is typically easily repaired but you want to avoid any deep gouges along the edges because these are hard to repair. At all costs avoid any pre-owned board with major cracks or dents along the bottom as these are not easy to fix. Look for a snowboard that has only minor scratches and scrapes along the bottom. So again the key is to find a snowboard with only damage on the outer most layer of the board as this will most likely not affect the functioning any. A high qulaity, brand name board can be yours at a fraction of the price if you know were to look. Read this article and follow the tips and you'll have a good notion of what to look for when buying  your first used snowboard.

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