Being a snowboarder is more than being cool, fitting in, and looking good. Its about making turns that mean something. Whether you're a jibber or a big mountain rider, for women snowboarding is about being strong and confident. For me snowboarding is my time to really be myself and forget about every care in the world. The freedom the hill brings is inspiring. But we can't take that freedom for granted. For our generation it is accepted that snowboarding is a sport. The sport is showcased in local comps, the X-Games, and the Olympics. Women are still outnumbered by men in this area, but we are lucky to have women's specific hardgoods and softgoods available that improve our riding and style. Yes we are lucky, but we can't forget where it all began.
To understand and appreciate the true meaning of snowboarding we need to know the history. Tina Basich's book, "Pretty Good For A Girl," highlights key moments in snowboard history. The book talks about how snowboarders were first unwelcome at most resorts, then had to earn a badge to ride at some mountains, and later made it as a full blown sport in the Winter and Summer Olympics. In this autobiography, Basich, one of the first women on the snowboarding scene, catches your interest from the very beginning by talking about her creative upbringing, and continues to keep your interest by inspiring women to ride out the trials and tribulations of life. She is truly a pioneer and will make you want to ride harder this season than you ever have before. Check out the book and get inspired!
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