Tag: snowboard

Yeti Tracks in the Snow

YetiThe Yeti – also known as the Abominable Snowman – is a mythical creature who lives in snow covered mountains. The Delazify Yeti is a wrist monitor that will make it easier to find your way on the slopes. It offers a GPS receiver, which tracks current/max/average speed, plus distance, number of runs you’ve made and even altitude.

The only complaint is that it is rather large – sort of like the Yeti of myth – but maybe that just makes it easier to see. And while there are plenty of apps for mobile phones that can do much of what the Yeti can do, this one is IP65 rated to be waterproof, freeze-proof and shock-resistant, so it can stand up to the mountains much more than say a typical smartphone.

Delazify Yeti Official Website

Scratch & Shred Turntable Snowboard

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Scratch & Shred Turntable Snowboard: Every Third Thursday
In true hip hop fashion, Signal Snowboards put together the ultimate collaboration teaming up with one of the greatest DJs in history and contributing member of the Beastie Boys, Mix Master Mike, who not only provided direction on this build but also an original track

Signal Snowboards: Every Third Thursday Official Website

Everything Third Thursday: Speed Sticks

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Speed Stick Heated Snowboard—Go Faster!Dave Lee and the Signal Snowboards crew get back to the base-ics, experimenting with new technology to actually heat up the base of a snowboard and test out their theory that a hot base will go faster. Dave explains that the snow sliding action actually works from friction heating up the snow and forming a thin layer of water that the board slides on, but what if we speed up that process by incorporating a heat film into the base?

 

Innovation Shaping Snowboard Industry for Next Year

SnowboardsThis has been a brutal winter for some, but for the snowsports industry it was a mixed affair. The long winter was able to get more people on the slopes but yet demand for products was reportedly down. Earlier this month Transworld Business released the first of its Winter 2014/15 Snowboard Product Previews & Trend Reports. It noted that “innovative shapes” could drive the design movement. Among the points touched upon were that camber could be making a comeback, while splitboards could continue to see growth.

It could be a whole new game next season – but for now, we’re just happy winter is finally winding down.

Transworld Business: Innovative Shapes Drive Design Movement

InventHelp To Help Design Skateboard

InventHelpIt isn’t reinventing the wheel, but Davici’s Hillboard is reportedly working to develop a device to capture the thrill and excitement of skateboarding and snowboarding. We’re not sure what this simulation might be, but the original design was submitted to the Atlanta office of InventHelp.

“I invented this idea because I love board sports, and I am fascinated by the hover board from the movie Back to the Future II,” said the unnamed inventor. “I thought it would be awesome to design a board that works similarly to that.”

We’ll be looking forward to what this device could actually be!

InventHelp Official Website
[Press Release: InventHelp Client Develops Redesigned Skateboard (ALL-308)]

Blades to Cut Through Snow

FATbladesRollerblades pretty much revolutionized the concept of roller skates, and now FATblades are looking to take the skating to the snow. These mini-skis, which can be worn with traditional snowboard boots are essentially a combination of skates, skis and snowboards for the feet. The designers, which are now looking to a Kickstarter campaign to bring the FATblades to the masses, say these can be used in all sorts of conditions including ice, soft snow and even heavy powder. Video after the jump

Totally Disposable Paper Board

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While we know we live in a somewhat disposable society that isn’t always a bad thing. The crew at Signal Snowboards did it again, and this month’s Every Third Thursday project involved a totally disposable paper snowboard.

Because it was paper it should be mostly biodegradable.

Every Third Thursday YouTube Page

Quik Gear

Isaora-x-Quiksilver-Rare-EaIsaora and Quiksilver have introduced a stylish new line of attire for hitting the slopes this winter. The Rare Earth Snowboarding Gear is the result of a collaboration between the two companies, and includes matching jacket, pants, baselayer and even a bag. It has the look that will likely turn heads when you fly down the mountain.

Just don’t wait to grab this outfit. Something tell us it will sell out as quick as the name suggests.

Isaora x Quiksilver Rare Earth Snowboarding Gear

All Hail

Leatherman-HailThe right for the job can make a big difference and the Leatherman Hail Snowboard Tool is one that will come in handy on the slopes, and because it is TSA-compliant this pocket multi-tool won’t hang you at the airport. It was designed in collaboration with Signal Snowboards so it isn’t just any old tool marketed for snowboarders. It features needlenose pliers, standard pliers, wire cutters, both flat and Phillips screwdrivers, tweezers, a scraper, a lacing assistant, a nail file, a carabiner, a 10mm wrench, and even a bottle opener.

Leatherman Hail Snowboard Tool Official Website

Burton Reveals Olympic Snowboard Kit

BurtonThe U.S. Snowboarding Team will be sporting a line of apparel from Vermont-based Burton at next year’s 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia. The look is rather raggedy to us, but as the company noted, “snowboarding is such an individual sport,” and the uniform certain has an individual look!

The uniform won’t be available for purchase the company noted, but Burton will offer hoodies, t-shirts and accessories that feature prints and artwork inspired by the styles. Frankly, we’ll pass! We wish our Olympic athletes all the best in their efforts to go for the gold, but we wish they’d be wearing something that didn’t make them look like hobos on the slopes!

[Via WWD: Burton Unveils U.S. Olympic Snowboard Look]

Amplid Goes Light

Amplid-PocketknifeThe LAB Carbon Pocketknife can cut through the snow, but this snowboard utilizes Amplid’s weight shedding technology that was pioneered in the LAB Carbon Split. The result is the lightest snowboard ever built. However, the company is limiting the run of these boards to just 30 worldwide!

For those who can’t get the Pocketknife the company’s LAB Carbon Split is not exactly a heavyweight! It even offers the raw, stealth aesthetics of uncovered carbon fiber.

[Via Transworld Snowboard: Amplid Creates The World’s Lightest Snowboard]
Amplid LAB Carbone Split Official Website

Nike Ready for Launch and Landing

Nike-LunarENDOR-QSNike has introduced a new snowboard boot that will light the sky like a full moon. The Nike LunarENDOR QS features LED lights that are powered by an embedded lithium ion battery. Beyond the novelty of lighting up the books promise to provide a softer and more responsive ride on the slopes, while the 3-D molded upper and a Nike Flywire inner lacing system further enhance fit and provide comfort that will have you practically over the moon. Continue reading Nike Ready for Launch and Landing