If you are just starting out with snowboarding, then you will probably need to know what equipment to take. Whether it's your first time, or if you haven't been for ages and need to get new equipment, here is a guide to all things you will need to go snowboarding.
Now it should be noted that snowboarding equipment can be expensive, especially if you decide to buy when you get to your resort. This is why it is sensible to buy some equipment before you go. …show more content…
Goggles will protect your eyes from the hazards associated with snowboarding, including harmful UV rays, wind, snow and ice.
Gloves, Hat and Thermal Underwear - As with the thermal pants and jacket, it is essential that you wear thermal underwear and thick woolen socks as you will be spending hours on a cold and sometimes wet, mountain. Your socks need to be thick to protect your feet when wearing your snowboarding boots. Before you put your helmet on, you should also wear a beanie hat, so that you do not expose the top of your head or ears to the cold temperatures. Finally you also need to protect your hands from snow ice and impact so you should choose snowboarding gloves designed to withstand these conditions.
When it comes to renting equipment, you need to think to yourself, "how many times am I going to go snowboarding a year?" If the answer is more than once or twice, then it might be worth considering purchasing such equipment. This will be more expensive in the short term, but you will end up saving lots of money in the long run as you won't need to rent every time you go snowboarding. For those just starting out though, it is definitely recommended renting this type of