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2. Backcountry snowboarding - Wikipedia

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   The preferred structure of a snowboard differs depending on the desired use of the snowboard (halfpipe, racing, rail riding, etc.). When it comes to backcountry slopes, snowboarders are looking for slopes with fresh powder. The shape of the underside of the snowboard is one element that will effect the board's ride.

3. Freeriding (winter sport) - Wikipedia

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   Freeride snowboarding [2] has evolved a wide range of different snowboards to make best use of varied conditions. Originally freeride snowboards were pretty much what we would now call all-mountain snowboards – which make up a large part of the market as they are the ideal choice for the all-rounder.

4. Snowboarding - Wikipedia

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   Snowboarding in Valfréjus, France Snowboarder riding off of a cornice Freeride snowboarding, in areas off of the main trails. The first snowboards were developed in 1965 when Sherm Poppen, an engineer in Muskegon, Michigan, invented a toy for his daughters by fastening two skis together and attaching a rope to one end so he would have some control as they stood on the board and glided downhill.

5. Ski suit - Wikipedia

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   A ski suit can either be one-piece, in the form of a jumpsuit, or two-piece, in the form of a ski jacket and matching trousers, called salopettes or ski pants. [4] A ski suit is made from wind- and water-resistant or waterproof fabric, and has a non-removable liner made of nylon, silk, cotton or taffeta.

6. Snowboard - Wikipedia

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   Alpine snowboards tend to be longer and thinner with a much stiffer flex for greater edge hold and better carving performance. Snowboard bindings, unlike ski bindings, do not automatically release upon impact or after falling over. With skis, this mechanism is designed to protect from injuries (particularly to the knee) caused by skis torn in ...

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