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Duke and Joe from Surfside sports explain some characteristics of Snowboard Boots and help YOU decide how to pick out a pair.

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I have 2 problems with trying to film when i go snowboarding. Either the camera gets a condensation problem and shuts down, or none of my friends wants to waste 3 of their runs filming or holding a bulky camera.

So,I got interested when I saw these small sanyo xacti camcorders that shot in HD which would be better quality than my basic sony hanycam. Then I saw some that were waterproof which would be very helpful as I have seem to repeatedly repair camcorders that I take in the snow. It seems great, something that I can keep in my snowboard jacket, something that’s durable(less moving parts), something that has pretty decent quality(mpeg 4 HD), all for under $500. I was also looking at the Panasonic SDR-SW20 although it doesn’t shoot in HD, its small and durable.

Or, should I just tell my friends to suck it up, and get a cheap 3ccd camera for snowboarding, treat it carefully, and end up with a camera with way better image stabilization? such as a panasonic pvgs 320?

Or…since they’re both pretty cheap, i can get both, small and waterproof for powder days, better quality 3 chip 320 for park days? HA HA HA, I need help?

hmmm i have a panasonic gs400 never had any real problems with condensation, its a camera so you dont want to be going and putting in snow and spraying it with snow, as long as you keep it well protected for the elements when its not in use and when you get in from a days shred thats you leave it for a bit before turning it on so condensation can dissipate,

most snow board films are shot with 3chip cameras some (la la Land by runway films) still use 8mm and 12mm cameras, a 3ccd would be fine, dont get cheap you get what you pay for! get a panasonic gs400 of ebay or the gs500 if you wana do some serious filming, you dont need hd tho just a waste, you could get a 3ccd and an all weather cover for it but really i woundnt bother

This is funny.

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A ski helmet is an important piece of ski equipment for safe skiing. Learn how to pick a ski helmet in this free winter sports video.

Expert: Brad Disabella
Bio: Brad Disabella has been snowboarding for five years. He has worked at the Sun Diego Boardshop in Big Bear, California and has attended snowboarding conventions all over the United States.
Filmmaker: Devin Boddie

Duration : 0:2:35

Ski and snowboard outer clothing layers offer wind and moisture protection. Choose the right outer clothing layer with tips from a ski & snowboard enthusiast in this free video on proper snow sport gear.

Expert: Sam Brede
Bio: Sam Brede has been participating in and working in the outdoor industry for over twenty years. He is the assistant manager at Carvers Ski • Board • Sport.
Filmmaker: Craig Kendall

Duration : 0:2:4

A woman’s snowboard jacket is distinguished by how it adjusts to the shape of a woman, with features like a tapered waist. Choose between snowboard jackets with removable hoods and powder skirts with help from the manager of a snowboard store in this free video on snowboarding gear and equipment.

Expert: Andy Varner
Bio: Andy Varner has been the manager for 14 years at the MAX snowboard shop at the base of Park City Mountain Resort.
Filmmaker: Erik Hutchins

Duration : 0:1:11

A woman’s snowboard jacket is distinguished by how it adjusts to the shape of a woman, with features like a tapered waist. Choose between snowboard jackets with removable hoods and powder skirts with help from the manager of a snowboard store in this free video on snowboarding gear and equipment.

Expert: Andy Varner
Bio: Andy Varner has been the manager for 14 years at the MAX snowboard shop at the base of Park City Mountain Resort.
Filmmaker: Erik Hutchins

Duration : 0:1:11

Filing a snowboard’s edges requires the use of a file tool that should be run along the board’s edges from the nose to the tail. Find out how to use a de-burring stone on a snowboard with help from the manager of a snowboard store in this free video on snowboarding gear and equipment.

Expert: Andy Varner
Bio: Andy Varner has been the manager for 14 years at the MAX snowboard shop at the base of Park City Mountain Resort.
Filmmaker: Erik Hutchins

Duration : 0:2:21

Ski and snowboarding head wear is important to prevent heat loss. Find out what head wear is best for staying warm with tips from a ski & snowboard enthusiast in this free video on proper snow sport gear.

Expert: Sam Brede
Bio: Sam Brede has been participating in and working in the outdoor industry for over twenty years. He is the assistant manager at Carvers Ski • Board • Sport.
Filmmaker: Craig Kendall

Duration : 0:1:59

The desired length of a snowboard depends on the weight of the snowboarder. Use a short snowboard when trying to perform tricks with help from the manager of a snowboard store in this free video on snowboarding gear and equipment.

Expert: Andy Varner
Bio: Andy Varner has been the manager for 14 years at the MAX snowboard shop at the base of Park City Mountain Resort.
Filmmaker: Erik Hutchins

Duration : 0:1:57