- The most important piece of equipment to have is a helmet, especially if you are a beginner, because you will fall a lot. But, even if you have been riding for years you should still have one. For example, Zach (a new employee) has been riding for 12 years. He fell hitting a box at Pine Knob and received a serious concussion.
- Gloves and glove protectors are another things to purchase. Having the right gloves will keep your hands extremely warm. Glove protectors are a must have if you use the tow rope a lot. They will stop your gloves from getting torn up.
- A leash is a necessity. In Michigan it is now a law to have one on your board. Some resorts will enforce the law more than others. But, sometimes they will take your lift pass away.
- A lock is a great idea to have, especially if you don't want your setup stolen. That will happen and it sucks if it does.
- A board bag is a nice thing to have. Especially if you are traveling it makes it easier to carry everything. If you are flying somewhere, wheels on your board bag makes everything a lot easier.
- A good investment is a pair of goggles. When you are going down a hill your eyes will water and it is extremely hard to see where you are going when your eyes are watering. If you ride most during the day, you will want to get a darker lens. Amber is highly recommended. If you are a night rider, yellow or clear is the way to go. Most companies sell separate lenses on their website, so you can change them whenever you want.
- Make sure you check your bindings every time before you go out. But if you forget, a handy thing to have is a snowboard tool. That way if you notice something is loose or you want to adjust something, you can right on the spot.
- With outwear, you want to look for something with a high waterproofing and a high breatheability. That way you wont get wet from the snow, and when you sweat the jacket
- MAKE SURE YOUR BOARD HAS METAL EDGES. IF IT DOESN'T, YOU CAN NOT RIDE AT A RESORT.
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Are You Ready For The Hill??
All the resorts are finally open and people are starting to get out and ride. So, I thought it would be the right time to suggest some things that would be a good idea to have.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Let It Snow!!
I'm pretty excited about the winter weather we finally have. Now resorts have been able to make snow and open. So far Nubs Nob, Brighton, and Mt. Holly are open. Boyne Highlands and Mountain should open this weekend. Instead of checking a million websites for snow reports in Michigan, our website updates the information ever hour for every resort. CLICK HERE for the snow reports on Modern's site.
We recently got in new Neff beanies! They look pretty sweet. I can't wait to stock up on them. This is one of my favorites from this year. It looks a lot better in person, but some some reason the pictures online make it look very bland. I was going to Photoshop it, but PCs and Photoshop do NOT get along. If something this radical isn't your thing, we do have "normal" beanies too.

This video that you are about to watch is so funny. I don't know the people who made it, but at about 0:38 one of our very own employees, Marshall, makes a debut. Watch the end too, there is a slow mo of his debut.
Before I "sign off" I just want to wish all MSU students good luck on their finals next week. After a long week of studying and test-taking, come in a treat yourself to an early Christmas present!
We recently got in new Neff beanies! They look pretty sweet. I can't wait to stock up on them. This is one of my favorites from this year. It looks a lot better in person, but some some reason the pictures online make it look very bland. I was going to Photoshop it, but PCs and Photoshop do NOT get along. If something this radical isn't your thing, we do have "normal" beanies too.

This video that you are about to watch is so funny. I don't know the people who made it, but at about 0:38 one of our very own employees, Marshall, makes a debut. Watch the end too, there is a slow mo of his debut.
Before I "sign off" I just want to wish all MSU students good luck on their finals next week. After a long week of studying and test-taking, come in a treat yourself to an early Christmas present!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Thrasher DVD
Ok, since its December and we have yet to have a flake of snow... It's time to talk skateboards. We just got in a gang of independent trucks and spitfires. Also we got a few Creature decks and a couple from Death Wish as well. And for those die hard heshers on your Christmas list we just got in Thrashers newest flick titled Under the Bridge, and Creatures Hesh Law is coming soon. And if your looking for a nice indoor spot to shred the gnar during these cold months stop by the Bikers church skate park in Holt click here for their site. Thats it for now guys n gals, stay warm.



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