What Is Freestyling ?

We discussed freeriding last week and this week we’re going to focus on the other style of snowboarding, namely freestyling. For most people freestyling is what everyone imagines when they conjure up the term snowboarding, it’s all about tricks, stunts and ariel control. Very similar to skateboarding freestyling requires a whole different set of rules, so lets take a look at the basics.

Firstly your board is a lot smaller, and you’re probably not going to be on the mountain slopes. Instead most freestylers execute their moves on custom made ramps, half-pipes and a variety of other structures which the resort or club may have created.

As we’ve said above freestyling is a whole different ball game. It’s fans are drawn to it by the excitement of catching big air and of course the competition element of pulling off tricks (it’s no wonder that many freestyle snowboarders are also handy with a skateboard).

As with freeriding, if you’re interested in freestyling then get some lessons, join a decent club and most importantly get the right equipment. Above all practice, practice, practice because freestyling will only come with commitment and good old fashioned hardwork.