photo credit: GrayskullduggerySnowboarding is a sport and outdoor activity where you slide on a smooth board over snow, hence the name snowboard. Similar to skiing, snowboarding use metal edges on a plastic board to provide a sharp edge to turn (carve) and stop. Unlike skiing, snowboarding uses a board with both feet strapped to it. Your feet are strapped facing each other a little wider than shoulder width apart. You then face to your right (Goofy Footed) or left (Regular Footed) and slide down the mountain. By using your rear foot to slide the back of the board to the left or right, and by leaning the oposite direction you slide the back of the board, you are able to turn and stop. Snowboarding is closely associated with skateboarding and extreme sports. It is definitely part of those genres, but can also be enjoyed by leisurely types as well.
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