In this episode of Board Banter we'll cover how to properly carve, and progress from the early stages of the falling leaf technique. This episode also takes a brief break to recognize the importance of snowboarding for the host (7:50), and recognizes what it means to tune in to the show and come along this journey. The episode concludes with a rundown of different snow types that a rider might encounter in a day of snowboarding.

In this episode, we discuss gear essentials, from winter clothes and layers, to putting on your snowboard hardware. We also discuss how to get comfortable on a snowboard before going up the mountain, how to strap in, move around, and get accustomed to the feel of a snowboard on foot. We take a break for a moment to discuss the importance of snowboarding with friends and continue with a walkthrough of how to manipulate your board to get yourself down the mountain.

In our first episode, I'll discuss my intro to snowboarding, as well as some of the essentials you'll need as a prospective rider when making some very important decisions. Budgeting and gear essentials and things to consider are all on the docket in today's episode.

Welcome to Board Banter! This show is all about snowboarding from the perspective of someone who is just getting into the sport. We’ll be looking at my own development within the sport, tips I can give to new riders and others interested in starting their own snowboard journey, as well as diving deeper into some aspects of the sport that I think everyone should know about. You can find me on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter.