Safety for A Beginner Snowboarder Equipment

There are some really good technologies out there to protect our bodies. The snowboarder is a large lever so when the if you “catch an edge” your body is whipped. Depending on the rider especially beginner snowboarders, it’s a good idea to have knee pads, wrist guards, spine guard/body pads and impact shorts. I strongly recommend a helmet for everyone. You’ll want a beginner snowboard with technology and design that will help you learn to snowboard better. (Soft flex, flat or reverse camber, bevel edges, etc.,) The snow conditions can be very soft or very icy. If the snow is really hard and icy then plan on harder falls. It’s easier to learn how to snowboard with soft snow. You’ll want to get equipment that is more function than fashion.

Beginner snowboarders can rent a lot of this equipment and most resorts have “Learn to Snowboard” packages. Check out beginner snowboard deals in your area. You may want to rent at first to test the equipment and see what you like. If you go out and buy all your equipment it might not be what you like and renting can save some money for you.
Some gloves come with the option to have wrist guards. If you have any worry about your wrists then wear guards. Snowboard pants have pads in some clothing lines or you can get your own. If you feel like you might fall or perhaps your balance is off then get a ‘butt’ pad or impact shorts. It’s what hockey players wear on the ice. As a beginner snowboarder your first day out you’ll be skating a lot and might shed layers but once you start moving down the slope you’ll want to put the armor on.

Here’s the basic equipment list I recommend: Waterproof snowboard jacket, snowboard pants, gloves, Under Armor material that will stretch to tuck in so you don’t get snow up your back or worse down your pants, good comfortable tight boots, board and bindings non cotton socks, good goggles that fit around a helmet and a helmet. The helmet protects the most important organ you have and keeps your head warm. Layer up clothing so you can stay warm or cool. Most snowboard clothing lines have vents to cool you off if needed.

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