Boards - Chris Zuchlag
There are different types freestyle boards, some are longer or shorter depending on the rider. Kids are usually on a 135" and adults are usually on a 165" maximum. When learning how to snowboard, freestyle boards are used.
A freestyle board (free carve) is called a twin tip because in both directions, both tips are turned up. Soft freestyle boards are usually selected by board shops when suggesting boards for beginners.
A stomp pad area is commonly found on freestyle boards. The stomp pad area is where a rider puts his or her foot when they get off the lift.
Once a rider has tried a free carve board it is likely that they will move on to a stiffer free carve board. The stiffer board is made to carve and turn very well.
The stiff free carve board has the tip turned up and the tail is very flat (hard to ride fakie).
The racing board is probably the last type board a rider will ride. A race board is a very narrow board that is asymmetrical. Race boards usually have the tail cut at an angle so your toe edge starts sooner and your heel edge last longer. A race board is purchased based on a regular or a goofy stance.
A race board turns really fast and holds an edge very well. A race board does not ride fakie nor handle powder well.
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