Mountainboarding Basics Turning - All-Terrain Boarding is similar to snowboarding and skateboading in that turn initiation comes from pressure applied to your toes and heels. Turn across the fall line and finish your turn a bit uphill before you commit to your next turn. The fall line is an imaginary line which runs straight down a slope Stopping - Heel-side Power-slides - to STOP! Bend your knees and reach down between your legs and grab your grab handle with your trailing arm. While applying pressure to your heel-side reach out with your lead arm away from you (like you are opening a door). Use your lead arm to guide you around to a screeching stop. Looking up and around over your shoulder (viewing up your guide arm) will also help. The higher or lower you use your guide arm will determine how close your butt comes to the ground. Don't worry if you only turn back up hill without screeching to a stop, with practice, you'll be Powersliding to a stop in no time. Toe-side Power-slides - to STOP! Bend your knees and place both your hands out over your toe-side edge. This is an advanced stopping technique, with some extra strength apply pressure to your toes and with your lead shoulder and lead arm drive through your slide. Practice on grass or dirt before trying asphalt. Setting Your Tire Pressure – Make sure you are always aware of your board's tire pressure before riding. Your tires max at 50 psi. You will choose your own tire pressure depending on your ability level and terrain selection. Lower tire pressure means safer and slower descents.      5 - 15 psi: Beginners      15 – 30 psi: Intermediate      30 – 50 psi: Advanced Riding Tips: All riders should know how to stop before attempting to ride inclined slopes. Always be mindful of your boards tire pressure- lower tire pressure (softer tires) will keep your board rolling slower / higher tire pressure (harder tires) will cause your board to roll faster. Adjust your boards tire pressure frequently in accordance with your ability, the pitch of slope and the type of surface you are riding. Softer tires are more forgiving and absorptive for riding on rougher terrain. NOTE: Never exceed you tires recommended tire inflation levels. Over inflated tires will wear out much faster than tires that are inflated properly. Turn frequently while riding, this controls your speed. Never go straight down a hill without making any turns. This is very dangerous. Your board is designed to carve turns, not to bee line hills. Rider Safety: Safety should be your top priority. Wear The Gear: Helmet, protective eye wear, wrist guards, leather gloves, kneepads, elbow pads, long pants, long sleeves, and solid athletic shoes, while riding. Always use your Board / Rider Retention Leash while riding - make certain it is fastened snugly above your lead leg's knee pad. Know Your Terrain - prior to riding be sure to always scout (survey) your terrain. Check for hidden obstacles and unseen dangers. Be a good sport and point out hidden dangers to others. This includes being aware of all automobiles, cyclists and pedestrians that may come into your path. Tire Pressure – The lower your tire pressure the slower the speed of your descent. When riding with others: Always yield to the rider in front of you; they have the right of way. Common Sense!! Never stop where you are not visible from above or obstruct a trail merger. This could lead to serious collisions and potential injury. Observe and obey all posted signs. Only ride where permission is granted. Always ride with extreme care, use caution at all times. Safety Check For Your Board: Always perform a thorough safety check on your Board prior to and after riding. This should include the following: Check and tighten any loose hardware on your board. Check for excessive wear on tires and grip tape. Replace when needed. Check that your board's bindings hardware is tight and secure. Check your board's springs and urethane spring inserts, should be in good condition and not compressed. Replace when they show signs of lack in rebound. Check that your board is clean. Check that your board's trucks king pin is thoroughly lubricated. Check for squeaking and lubricate often.

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