what age did you start snowboarding and how did you learn?
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If you skateboard, wakeboard, or surf that would help you learn. I would recommend taking lessons your first several times til the get the hang of it. I started skiing when I was 9 and then started snowboarding when I went to college.
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Most people that get to that competitive level start skiing by age three and competing at age 6.  You would go to ski based schools growing up like a ski academy.  Then you would be recruited by the team after you kicked but in division one or world cup level races.\n\nWhat I'm trying to tell you is that it's not as easy as it looks.  These guys have been skiing and racing at least 3-4 days a week since they were kids and dry land training in thier off time.\n\nGood luck.
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I really need to know also! I won a surfboard at a local raffle, and I want to learn how to use it. If I were you, I would ask some people surfing on the beaches what questions you have. They are probably the best people to ask because they've been through it already. \n\nOf course you can still learn! Is there a maximum age to ride a bike. No, but older people may get hurt as they become older (I'm talking 60+) So, as long as you're up for the soreness and risk of it all, go for it!\n\nIf I find out any info, I'll edit this.\n\nOh, and good luck! I Wish I could be of more assistance.
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I was told by trainers & coaches around 23 to 25 yrs old
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I Ski and Snowboard.\n\nwhich is more difficult:\n\nsnowboarding. definately.\n\nIt is harder to learn, and harder to master, the balance associated with it is so unlike what so many people are used to.  But - i find it a lot more fun than skiing a lot of the time.\n\nIf i was you, i'd start with skiing (if you've never done either before)  Because getting used to the slopes and over your fear of falling is imperitive.\n\ngood luck
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That's impressive. The youngest teacher I've known was 37. My current teacher is 71. You must have started at a young age!
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I'm a snowboarding instructor and it is super easy to do.  To start come in regualr and really it is about elbiow position and take off, depends on whether you are going frontside or back side.  If backside try to redistribute your weight so that you take off of your nose, rotate your shoulders, becasuse where your upper body goes so does your lower body, remeber to twist that head around to spot your landing.   If going frontside, lean back a little more, so most of your weight is on your back leg. try to take off on your tail, same time rotation constant rotation of your shoulders.  If you want to spin faster bring your arms and shoulders in toward your body.
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Usually around 11 or 12 sometimes earlier sometimes older it all depends on the person, I started at 9, but that was a long time ago.
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I do- I use Ride boots and bindings, and my trusty Peter Line board.  I board in Utah, so powder is the only way to go.  (It is the "Greatest Snow On Earth" after all...).  And, to the previous poster, spring boarding is some of the best boarding there is- sun, no crowds or lines, inexpensive lift tickets, and I actually enjoy the slush, believe it or not...
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Remember that a rental shop will almost always put you on a board at the smallest end of your weight range. The best way to get sized up for a snowboard is to head into your local snowboard shop (not a big box store like Big 5, they don't know what they're talking about) and talk to the folks there. The length of a board has very little to do with how tall you are. Your weight, ability level, style of riding and the conditions you ride in all play a role in the length of board you choose.\n\nBy far, the most important decision you need to make is about your boots. Spend the most time here and if need be, the most money as well. Never buy the first pair of boots you have tried on and don't sacrifice comfort or performance to save a few bucks. There is nothing worse than boots that don't fit right. As far as fit is concerned, if a boot fits perfectly in the store then it is TOO BIG. A perfect fit is one in which you would think to yourself "If this boot were a bit bigger it would fit perfectly." Boots stretch after a few uses and you don't want your feet to be swimming in your boots.\n\nAs far as costs are concerned, snowboarding is expensive. There are definitely deals to be found but you can spend anywhere between $500 and $2000 just on equipment. Boards cost anywhere between $300 and $1000, bindings $100 to $500 and boots can be about that much as well. Remember, don't skimp on your boots and also don't forget to save some money for other important items. Items like gloves, goggles, pants, jacket, long underwear are very important. You could have the greatest setup in the world but may not be able to enjoy it because you can't see and are soaking wet.
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Longboard Vs. Shortboard.\n\nIt's like downhill skiing Vs. Snowboarding.\n\nYou gotta try them both to see which one you like.
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You think I should believe that you are 14?no..why don't you get over yourself and back off. Atleast i can meet him anyday. I know where he snowboards and can get a backstage snowboard pass 4 free.
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Ride a lot, compete and win, get in with some photographers and get published...there are lots of ways but those are the most straight forward. Where do you ride? The best way to get better and get noticed is to ride at a bigger mountain that has a large base of high-talent riders. And it isn't necessarily what you know but who you know. If you get in with the right people and make a name for yourself then you'll be one step closer.\n\nMy advice, just ride and have fun. Don't worry about being pro or getting sponsored. That isn't what snowboarding is all about.
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Snowboarders are so much hotter than swkate boarders! not only are they normally more toned but there's something about snowboarding - its risky and cool.\nSkateboarders jsut remind me of spotty teenagers cutting you up as you walk round town. Not cool.\nPLUS, you get the added bonus of snow with boarders!! always good.
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Snowboarding is amazing! I used to love skiing but ever since I strapped on the snowboard ten years ago, I have an attachment: so much so that I competed in snowboarding competitions for two years! It rocks! \n\nSkiing is Safer\nSkiing is more Controlable\nSnowboarding is def. more fun to watch!!!
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snowboarding rocks! i've been snowboarding for 11 years now..omgosh, can't have more fun than riding on fresh powder...ahhh!
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I started as a skier but then tried snowboarding. And now have fell inlove with the sport. I feel that skiing is easier to learn on some basis. Snowboarding is harder and takes pactice as does any sport. But i feel that you get more that a thrill from snowboarding then you do when skiing. But all in all its the person you ask and what they prefer.