Snowboarding Terms
Sometimes it can seem like snowboarders are speaking a completely different language. Like the slang used by most teens, however, snowboarding terms can be learned. Take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with some of the more popular terms and phrases in the sport.
All Mountain Snowboarding
All mountain snowboarding is one of several different disciplines or types of snowboarding.
All mountain snowboarding is one of several different disciplines or types of snowboarding.
Alpine Snowboarding
Alpine Snowboarding - Definition of Alpine Snowboarding.
Alpine Snowboarding - Definition of Alpine Snowboarding.
American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI)
The American Association of Snowboard Instructors is a national organization for snowboard instructors.
The American Association of Snowboard Instructors is a national organization for snowboard instructors.
Baseplate
The baseplate is literally what a snowboarder stands on when strapped into their board, and the type and construction can make or break the riding experience.
The baseplate is literally what a snowboarder stands on when strapped into their board, and the type and construction can make or break the riding experience.
Chairlift
Chairlift - Definition of a Chairlift
Chairlift - Definition of a Chairlift
Custom Foot Beds
Custom Foot Beds - Definition of Custom Foot Beds
Custom Foot Beds - Definition of Custom Foot Beds
Fixed-Grip Chairlift
Fixed-Grip Chairlift - Definition of a Fixed-Grip Chairlift
Fixed-Grip Chairlift - Definition of a Fixed-Grip Chairlift
Footedness
Footedness - Definition of Footedness
Footedness - Definition of Footedness
Freestyle Snowboarding
Freestyle Snowboarding - Definition of Freestyle Snowboarding
Freestyle Snowboarding - Definition of Freestyle Snowboarding
Gondola
Gondola - Definition of a Gondola
Gondola - Definition of a Gondola
Goofy Foot
Goofy Foot - Definition of Goofy Foot
Goofy Foot - Definition of Goofy Foot
Halfpipe
Halfpipe - Definition of a Halfpipe
Halfpipe - Definition of a Halfpipe
Heelside
Heelside - Definition of Heelside
Heelside - Definition of Heelside
High-Speed Detachable Chairlift
High Speed Detachable Chairlift - Definition of a High-Speed Detachable Chairlift
High Speed Detachable Chairlift - Definition of a High-Speed Detachable Chairlift
Highback
The highback is an integral and important part of a snowboard binding.
The highback is an integral and important part of a snowboard binding.
Jib
The definition of jib...both the verb and the noun!
The definition of jib...both the verb and the noun!
Jibstick
A jibstick is a specialized type of snowboard, and not something you'll want to ride in most conditions.
A jibstick is a specialized type of snowboard, and not something you'll want to ride in most conditions.
Joey
Joey is a derogatory term used by skiers and snowboarders to describe an inexperienced, often awkward participant of their sports.
Joey is a derogatory term used by skiers and snowboarders to describe an inexperienced, often awkward participant of their sports.
Magic Carpet
Magic Carpet - Definition of a Magic Carpet
Magic Carpet - Definition of a Magic Carpet
Pipe Dragon
Pipe Dragon - Definition of a Pipe Dragon
Pipe Dragon - Definition of a Pipe Dragon
Regular Foot
Regular Foot - Definition of Regular Foot
Regular Foot - Definition of Regular Foot
Skier Day
The definition of a skier day, a ski and snowboard industry term for guest visits.
The definition of a skier day, a ski and snowboard industry term for guest visits.
Slopestyle
Slopestyle - Definition of Slopestyle
Slopestyle - Definition of Slopestyle
Snowmaking
Snowmaking - Definition of Snowmaking
Snowmaking - Definition of Snowmaking
Snowskate
Snowskate - Definition of a Snowskate
Snowskate - Definition of a Snowskate
Snurfer
The Snurfer was one of the earliest snowboards, invented by Sherman Poppen in 1965. It would become the inspiration for Jake Burton Carpenter, the man who eventually created Burton Snowboards.
The Snurfer was one of the earliest snowboards, invented by Sherman Poppen in 1965. It would become the inspiration for Jake Burton Carpenter, the man who eventually created Burton Snowboards.
Summit County
Summit County - Definition of Summit County
Summit County - Definition of Summit County
Superpipe
Superpipe - Definition of a Superpipe
Superpipe - Definition of a Superpipe
Surface Lift
Surface lifts are a type of lift used to transport skiers and snowboarders uphill.
Surface lifts are a type of lift used to transport skiers and snowboarders uphill.
Switch Stance
Switch Stance - Definition of Switch Stance
Switch Stance - Definition of Switch Stance
Terrain Park
Terrain Parks have exploded in popularity over the past several years, with many resorts now featuring multiple parks spread across the mountain.
Terrain Parks have exploded in popularity over the past several years, with many resorts now featuring multiple parks spread across the mountain.
Toeside
Toeside - Definition of Toeside
Toeside - Definition of Toeside
Vertical Drop
Vertical Drop - Definition of Vertical Drop
Vertical Drop - Definition of Vertical Drop