Is there a logical progression between snowboarding and skiing for those who want to learn both?

Asked by: Ali Peltier

Is it better to learn skiing or snowboarding first?

Skiing is usually easier to learn but in order to perfect the sport, you are required to become extremely technical. On the split hand, snowboarding techniques are harder to master but can help quickly achieve impressive levels once nailed.

Is it easier to learn to ski if you can snowboard?

Skiing is often seen as easier to learn than snowboarding – but much harder to master. Many snowboarders choose to switch to skiing for several reasons.

Does snowboarding require more skill than skiing?

Snowboarding requires much more core and back strength than skiing. You will use your core to control speed and direction on a snowboard. Even for people in relatively good shape, guides recommend doing crunches, pilates or other core and back strengthening exercises in order to get the most out of snowboarding.

Can you do both ski and snowboard?

Now people do both,” said Greg Ditrinco, editor of SKI Magazine. “It’s a new phenomenon.” The crossover is being led primarily by snowboarders who are finding they can do more with two boards on their feet than one.

Which is harder ski or snowboard?

Skiing is generally easy to learn initially but is harder to master. Snowboarding is harder to learn but reaching an advanced level is easier. Although there are exceptions to this rule, it generally holds true and you can use it to inform your snow sports choice.

Can snowboarders keep up with skiers?

As long as there’s no “closed” sign permitting you from riding, snowboarders can ride anywhere skiers can.

Do skiers hate snowboarders?

It’s likely that most people who perceive snowboarders as obnoxious are skiers, because historically there has been some friction between skiers and snowboarders. This friction derives from a lack of understanding about each other’s sports and a frustration with the impact it has on other slope users.