How to Snowboard a Quarter Pipe

Want to know how to snowboard a quarter pipe? Snowboarding a quarter pipes is a doable skill to learn at the advanced beginner level. The quarter pipe is normally the first introduction to jump or air tricks for the snowboarder. Quarter pipes come in many sizes and many level of air. For this reason, a small quarter pipe is idea for the advanced beginner to take their first steps into the realm of snowboard air. Learning how to quarter pipe is a matter of confidence and solid balance. Take the quarter pipe seriously of course but at the smaller ramp levels, it isn’t so imposing.

Performing tricks on a snowboard can be a riot or it can be painful. If you are into pushing it to the next level, definitely entertain the idea of tricks, quarter pipes and beyond.

What you will need to snowboard a quarter pipe:

• Snowboard
• Snowboard gear
• Quarter pipe
• Skill

How to snowboard on a quarter pipe:

1. A quarter pipe is approached from a slope. Head down the mountain towards the quarter pipe. As you near, bend at the knees. Once you are at the apex of the quarter pipe, straighten your legs.
2. This motion will gain you air. The bigger the push the more air you can gain. This is limited to the height of the quarter pipe as well. Land flush with your knees slightly bent. Keep your hands out to your sides to help maintain balance.
3. The quarter pipe offers a brief jump or air from your snowboard. The approach is simple mechanics, the jump advanced but the landing is key. Practice the quarter pipe and your skill will improve.

That is a basic approach to the quarter pipe. The better you become the more you can mix in.