In The Art of Snowboarding, USSA-certified club coach Jim Smith introduces you to the most popular tricks and stunts, including kickers (jumps) and other freestyle and half-pipe techniques, and stunts on rails and wood. He gives special emphasis to proper stance and turning techniques as the basis for more advanced moves. Time-lapse photographs demonstrate every step of every trick and technique, and dozens of additional photos show you the form of some of the country’s best riders.
Master the fundamentals of setup, stance, and turning Perfect your kicker skills for jumps small and large Conquer the rails of terrain parks Use felled trees and stumps to your advantage And ride any size pipe like a professional airdog