i was just wondering cause im going snowboarding this weekend and was curious
2007-01-22 06:46:00 · 10 answers · asked by Destiny 1 in Sports ➔ Winter Sports ➔ Snowboarding
Slick is right, and if your going with other boarders its even easier because they can tell you how to do things based on experience.
2007-01-23 02:37:09 · answer #1 · answered by nick b 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's much easier but still require some physical preparation.
I do both now because I'm little bit bore with skiing so I started snowboarding and and the second day I was going down the green tail - so it' very easy!
But as somebody mentioned if it's your first time except nothing but falling and hearting the butt and knees and just a little bit of riding. Even taking the instructor might not help but... no pain no gain.
And of course don't go on blue/black trails first time!
Good luck!
2007-01-22 08:03:52 · answer #2 · answered by Balda 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have not been skiing but been told by skier turned snowboarders, that skiing is easier. BUT snowboarding is very fun and really cool!
Don't get frustrated in your first few days of learning, it could get painful and might pick up few bruises, but boy, is it worth it!? :D If you can find some impact shorts, that will definitely help. Also, wrist guards is a MUST! Dakine do a good one, available from major sports store such as Snow and Rock.
2007-01-23 23:52:03 · answer #3 · answered by CM 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, not really. it is recommended that you get a lesson. after you get turns down and if you're not afraid of speed, then it REALLY gets easy and fun. ENJOY!
WARNING: DO NOT fall and try to catch yourself with your hand. Avoid this instict. I have been snowboarding for 5 years and I still didn't learn my lesson. I jammed my wrist 3 days ago and next time I go I'm gonna train myself not to fall on my hand.
2007-01-22 09:51:58 · answer #4 · answered by Konrad 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it depends for some people. The people who can't ski can snowboard (thats me) and the opposite to. For me IT IS SOOOOO EASY TO BOARD!!!! Just have fun
2007-01-23 13:49:50 · answer #5 · answered by ♥Layna♥ 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In my opinion snowboarding is more difficult to pick up in the beginning than skiing, but it takes much less time to master than skiing.
Since this is your first time be prepared to spend a lot of time on your butt.
2007-01-22 08:07:24 · answer #6 · answered by V1per41 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You will probably spend more time on your butt than board the first day, but the second day will be much easier... and by the third, you will likely feel pretty comfortable. I skiied before boarding, and found boarding easier to learn.... but harder to master... if that makes sense? Its worth trying.
2007-01-22 07:33:14 · answer #7 · answered by SlickNCD 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes it is easy after a while doing it but the first couple of trips to the slopes will be rough so be prepared to fall
2007-01-22 07:37:55 · answer #8 · answered by happpppppy6 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but when you get used to it, it can be really fun.
2007-01-22 06:56:03 · answer #9 · answered by K-Deeznuts 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ya land on your fore arms
2007-01-22 10:52:23 · answer #10 · answered by bob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋