Snowboarding
A snowboarder making a turn in fresh snow | |
| First played | 1979, Muskegon, Michigan, US |
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| Characteristics | |
| Type | Outdoor |
| Equipment | Snowboard, bindings, boots, Helmet, Wrist Guards, Goggles, Binding Rotating Device |
| Presence | |
| Olympic | 1998, 2002, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022, 2026 |
| Paralympic | part of the Alpine skiing programme in 2014 Officially added in 2018. Part of 2022. |
Snowboarding is a recreational and competitive activity that involves descending a snow-covered surface while standing on a snowboard with bindings securing the rider's feet to the board.
Snowboarding was first developed in 1965 in the United States. Over time, several riding styles have developed, and the sport has featured in the Winter Olympic Games since 1998 and Winter Paralympic Games since 2018.
Snowboarding became popular around the world in the late 20th century. The sport features both recreational and competitive participation.
Snowboarding has influenced and developed its own distinct culture. It has become a globally practiced activity with snowboarders using specialized equipment and techniques to navigate diverse terrain and conditions.