What is a mountainboard? A mountainboard is part snowboard, part skateboard and part bicycle. Most mountainboards include a rugged deck, adjustable steering system, air filled tires and some sort of foot strap system.

What is mountainboarding? Mountainboarding combines the carving and freestyle aspects of snowboarding, skateboarding and surfing with the trail and mountain riding aspects of mountainbiking and BMX. Mountainboarding is one of the nation's fastest growing extreme sports. Although mountainboarding combines aspects of other sports it is a sport in it's own right with it's own culture and history. Mountainborading is the best sport in the world.

Where can I ride a mountainboard? Only on a mountain? You can ride a mountainboard almost anywhere. In fact you really need only a 5 degree slope to have enough speed in which to carve. Generally grass hills are an ideal place to learn. Additionally you can ride on bmx tracks, dirt roads and pavement. The question is more "Where can't I ride my mountainboard?" The answer is you can ride it almost anywhere you want.

How did mountainboarding start? In 1991 while snowboarding at Heavenly Valley Resort in Northern California friends Jason lee and Patrick McConnell decided it would be a fun idea to make something for snowbaorders to use in the off-season to keep in shape and practice their moves. Almost 18 years later MBS Mountainboards is still going strong selling boards into over 30 countries around the world. Click HERE to see a more detailed Timeline through 2005.

Is mountainboarding hard to learn? Mountainboarding is quite easy to learn for anyone with generally good balance. In fact it is much easier to learn than snowboarding. Within one hour most people can learn how to carve in both directions and in total control.

What additional gear do I need? We recommend wearing it all. Helmet, elbow pads, wrist guards, leather gloves, long pants, knee pads, sturdy shoes, eye protection. The safer you feel the better you will ride and when you do take the eventual tumble you'll get right back up and ready to ride again.

Who rides a mountainboard? Snowboarders, skateboarders, surfers, mountainbikers, bmxers, wakeboarders, skiers all ride mountainboards. Basically anyone can do it. Whether you are a seasoned veteran of the slopes or a first timer you'l find that mountainboarding is very easy to learn and in fact you do not need any special boarding skill to make your first turns. Before long you'll be a true mountainboarder.

How old do you need to be to learn how to mountainboard? We recommend being at least 6 years old and 50lbs. But a lot depends on how good you are already at riding snowboards or skateboards. As well you can be as old as you like. There are many people up to 60 years old who regularly ride.

Why do people mountainboard? Lots of people mountainboard to stay in shape in the snowboard off-season. Riding a mountainboard in the Spring, Summer and Fall keeps your muscle groups in shape and once winter rolls around your ready to hit the slopes in great riding shape. Another reason people mountainboard is that they don't live in areas where they can snowboard, skateboard or surf. Mountainboards can be ridden almost everywhere. No snow, pavement or waves are necessary.

When can I ride my mountainboard? Mountainboards can be ridden in almost ever season. The only time you really can't ride a mountainboard is when there is a significant amount of snow on the ground.

Can I ride a mountainboard at my local resort in the summertime? Some resorts offer mountainboarding programs like Snowmass and Keystone resorts in Colorado, others just allow access to their service roads. Before traveling to any resort to mountainboard be sure to call ahead and get the latest information on their program.

Is mountainboarding an extreme sport? It's only as extreme as you make it. You can always jump off a cliff on your first time out but it's best to learn the basic of riding, carving, pushing and stopping before going too crazy.

Is mountainboarding dangerous? Not if you take the time to learn the basics and wear proper protective gear. Also with a hand-held V Brake learning to ride a mountainboard is really easy.

How much do mountainboards cost? Mountainboards range in price from 150 for an entry level kids board with brake system to 550 to the ultimate downhillers board and many models in between.

Where can I buy a mountainboard? Usually at your local sporting goods, snowboard or skateboard store. Click HERE to find the dealer nearest you. If all else fails you can order directly on the MBS website www.mbs.com

How do you steer a mountainboard? You steer a mountainboard by carving toe-side and then heel side making what we call J turns. Turning further up the hill will make the board slow down and eventually stop.

How do you stop a mountainboard? Turn the board real sharply uphill and you will stop the board. Also you can use a hand-held V brake but it is best to learn to stop without a brake by turning and powersliding. Like a hockey stop on ice skates.

Which board is best for me? A lot depends on your weight, riding ability and style of riding that you will mainly be doing. See chart below for our basic recommendations.

Are there any races or demos I can attend this summer? Mountainboarding is still in it's grassroots phase and you can get involved by organizing an event or race in your area or click HERE  for races or demos in your area.

I think I'm a pretty good rider. How can I get sponsored? The best thing to do is send your best few photos and a couple of minutes of video along with a letter of intent and a resume of sorts if you have it. This is a good place to start. You could be the next pro-rider.

How can I build my own dirt course? First you need a bit of land and it helps that it has a bit of a slant. Next start digging. There are a few methods to do this. If you can get someone to drop off some dirt that is even better. Get a lot of shovels, some water for packing and a lot of friends and before long you can have at least a good kicker jump.

Can I use my mountainboard with a kite or sail? Definitely. This is one of the fastest growing segments of mountainboarding.

What can I do to promote the sport in my area? Encourage your friends to try riding your board. Ride as much as possible in areas where there are a lot of people like at parks when events are going on, etc. Start a club at your school. Go to shops and encourage them to stock the latest MBS parts. See if they will sponsor you to do demos in your area.