If you're dreaming of hitting the slopes on a snowboard, your first stop will be at a shop to rent or buy gear. Most importantly, of course, you'll need a board. Unlike skiing, snowboarding requires both feet to be strapped to one board, which gives riders more of a toe-to-heel motion than a side-to-side one. Beginning snowboarders should be professionally fitted for boots as well as a board, since proper fit can make a big difference in how quickly you pick up the sport. Snowboarders must also wear a helmet in a terrain park, where there are jumps and rails, and many choose to wear a helmet on regular hills as well. You should also wear warm, comfortable clothing. Once you have all this equipment, from your board to your mittens, you'll be ready to start your life on the slopes!

Because snowboarding is a winter sport, riders need to have warm clothes.
Snowboarding uses a different motion than skiing, as well as different gear.
Terrain parks can cause injury, but helmets help prevent this.
Specific equipment is needed in order to take up snowboarding