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Cleaning the Board9/12/2011
  Q: Hey Kurt. What's the best way to get scuff marks off the board and keep it lookin' nice? Rocky
  A: ROCKY-Well the truth is (as far as I know): Once you get any marks they are pretty difficult to ...
board size12/20/2009
  Q: I have been snowboarding for 6 years now and have been using a 159cm board. I am 6'0 tall and weigh ...
  A: Generally they reccommend the snowboard be between your nose and chin. However if you enjoy being on ...
whats a good board for a beginner/intermediate?10/13/2009
  Q: i was wondering whats a good board to improve on. ive been boarding for two years now and im trying ...
  A: Yes- I think you are on the right track you said it yourself. A all mountain style board might be ...
waxing11/30/2008
  Q: If you get a board new should you get it tuned up?
  A: Alvin= my main strength is in teaching the SB ; but i think i can give you a logical response. ...
Snowboarding9/21/2008
  Q: Hey there! I've been snowboarding three times (last year) and I'm looking forward to it this year. ...
  A: Yes Brenda- obviously it is pretty hard to get to specifics without being on the snow with you to ...
board size1/4/2007
  Q: I'm looking for a board for my kid he's 6ft 195lbs and has a size 10 1/2 boot. what size of board ...
  A: Yes Mark- This can be a common problem for big-boys out there. The length is not as crucial; but ...

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Almost anything related to learning snowboarding.

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12 years teaching with the Aspen skiing company

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A.S.I.A. certified level 3 teaching professional

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