Snowboarding is the fastest-growing winter sport ever and has single-handedly breathed new life into a faltering ski industry. People of all ages and lifestyles are now hitting the slopes to learn the fine art of snowboarding, and more die-hard skiers are converting to snowboarding than ever before, sometimes hanging up their skis for good. Ski resorts have responded to this wave of new business by building snowboarder-friendly trails and runs and creating "terrain parks", where the more adventurous can jump, race, and play in the half-pipe. With at least one ski resort in almost every state in the nation, there are plenty of places you can go to learn to ride. There are numerous companies that cater strictly to snowboarders, from clothing and accessory retailers to snowboard manufacturers, and this means a huge selection of gear to chose from. Almost anyone who wants to learn to snowboard can easily find a perfect resort, the right gear, and through this column, the know-how to succeed at the sport of snowboarding. Stay tuned for information ranging from how to take a lesson and start things off the right way, to how to buy boots that fit and promise good performance. Happy riding!
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