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So what are the essentials for a first time snowboarder? Other than a board, boots and bindings, there are some items you should never forget.
Wrist guards
These are a must for beginner and intermediate snowboarders (they can do more harm than good for advanced snowboarders who are going a lot faster down the slopes). Wrist injuries are one of the most common injuries as a snowboarder, especially when it gets a bit icy. In the UK, wrist guards start at around £15 – and a £15 pair will do – you really don’t need to spend any more.
Impact shorts (padded pants to those who know!)
Coccyx injuries are really common, as beginners often head for the flatter slopes and find themselves catching the edge of their board against the ridges in the snow. They really, really hurt. The good news is, a pair of impact shorts will take away almost all the impact – and therefore the pain.
Aim to get ones that have nice big impact foam protection, rather than plastic. In the UK, they’ll set you back about £40.
Thermal leggings
You’ll laugh now but when the temperature drops, you’ll not only be wearing them on the slopes, but everywhere else too! Cheap and essential for keeping everything from waist down warm and cosy!
Ski socks/thermal socks
There’s nothing to bring people down the mountain quicker than the cold, and your fingers and toes get hit first. Wearing two pairs of regular socks won’t do it – it’ll feel uncomfy in your boots and they just won’t keep in the heat. Invest in at least a couple of pairs of thermal socks.
Wind protection
A neck warmer or wind protectors that you just pull up over your face keeps the biting winds from putting you off (especially good going up on the chair lift). A cheap quick solution is a scarf although you’ll be readjusting it all the time.
Heat pads
If it gets really cold, lots of people buy heat pads from the shops for in their boots and gloves, but the ones I’ve tried are poor. Look for patches in the shops designed for various aches and pains – don’t put them directly against your skin – once they’ve heated up a bit, put them on the outside of your socks. Take plenty as they’re disposable.
Goggles and glasses or large glasses
If like me you absolutely hate goggles, try getting some substantial glasses that come right round your face. They’ll double up and save you taking two things. Take a hard glasses case as you might land on them if you’re not wearing them.
A small backpack
For storing sun cream, and wrist guards/gloves etc when you’ve stopped off for a vin chaud. Make sure it’s waterproof or you’ll find all your money and phone gets soggy.
Suncream
An absolute essential (waterproof is a good idea) and if you’re learning, you might meet more snow than usual so be ready for it to wash off during the day!
A helmet
And if you refuse to wear one, look for hats with head protection. They come in loads of great designs and cost about £55.
Kneepads
Get the foam ones rather than the plastic ones as they are more flexible. Again, when you’re learning and catching the edge of the board a lot, you’ll be falling on your knees all the time and you can feel some real pain.
Spare gloves and walking boots
You’ll need them for when you’re not on the board. Trainers aren’t really good enough, especially if it’s a little icy.
For a more comprehensive list of stuff to pack when you’re learning to snowboard, as well as other snowboarding tips, articles and advice, I recommend that you check http://www.snowboarder.ws, a site dedicated to those with a passion for snowboarding.
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