Snowboard Protective Gear Learning Center

What Snowboard Protective Gear Do I Need?

Which items are most important?

• How To Choose: Snowboard Helmet
  In-mold? Audio? Skate-style?
• How To Choose: Snowboarding Gloves and Wrist Protection
  Integrated wrist protection? Under-glove guard?
• How To Choose: Snowboard Knee and Elbow Pads
  Slip-On, Easy-On? Hard shell, soft shell?
• How to Choose: Snowboard Padded Shorts
  Pad thickness? Hard shell vs soft foam?
• How to Choose: Snowboard Body Armor
  Full coverage? Vest only? Hard shell vs soft foam?
• How to Choose: Snowboard Goggles
  UV protection? Dual lens? Curve corrected?
• Comparing the Best Snowboard Padded Shorts

Not sure when to add extra protection?

For more information on advanced protective gear for the snowboarders in your family, check out the guest blog post titled "Beyond a Helmet and Goggles" that we contributed to The Brave Ski Mom.

Snowboard Tips

• Should You Rent a Snowboard Helmet?
• How to Clean Your Snowboard Gear
  
• How to Inspect Your Helmet
  
• How to Inspect Your Knee Pads and Elbow Pads
• Snowboard Protective Gear Useful Links