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Since 1996

George Bernard Shaw

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This is the true joy in life, the being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; the being a force of nature instead of a feverish, selfish little clod of ailments and grievances complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy.

I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the whole community, and as long as I live it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can.

I want to be thoroughly used up when I die, for the harder I work the more I live. I rejoice in life for its own sake. Life is no “brief candle” for me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got hold of for the moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.

George Bernard Shaw

Why I own and operate the Skiboards Superstore

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I often ask myself why I own and operate the Skiboards Superstore am still in the business of selling skiboards, especially after 20 years, considering the trials and obstacles encountered. Plainly, it is the transformational potential that skiboards hold out to people. I’ll explain – while customers come to us for various reasons to buy or rent skiboards, whether it be to just have a more fun experience on the mountain, or to not have to lug or maneuver longer equipment, the experience is often quite similar for most. Riding skiboards changes consciousness, sometimes dramatically, sometimes more subtle. Liberation dawns, fun opens, confidence builds and our concepts of what it is to ride the ski slopes expands beyond the conventional boundaries. That to me, the breakthrough on the mountain, is what keeps my spark alive in running this business, hearing of the positive changes from skiboarders all over the world.

From my dissertation research, these breakthroughs — to more freedom, more joy, more confidence, these carry over to everyday life off the slopes. Yes, remarkably, those feelings begin to seep into everyday life, creating more freedom, more excitement at being alive, more openness to experience more in life. This was my experience as well as that of many others over the last 20 years. This is what drives this business and why we are so happy to talk with customers all over the world having similar breakthroughs.

To me, having been immersed in Breakthrough Psychology most of my life, it is the breakthroughs that keep us from going unconscious in daily life, succumbing to habits being created without our attention and from breaking free of past programming that can cause us to lock ourselves in a box, instead of opening to the fullest expression of who we are and who we can be. In some small way, I feel skiboarding can trigger these transformations.

To another awesome season for all of us,

Doc Roberts, PhD., owner of Skiboards Superstore

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2018 Season in full swing at Skiboards.com

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Greetings skiboarders! Welcome to the 2018 Season in full swing at Skiboards.com. Summits are in and looking good. Atomic, Elan, Salomon and Snowjam are all in stock now and ready to ship. We have new Uvex goggles, new Alpina XTrack 70 and Ruby 60 (women’s) boots in stock and much more. Always we are here to help with recommendations, answer questions and just say hello.

Our local Colorado resort – A Basin is now open, Loveland to follow very soon as well as Wolf Creek, Monarch and Purgatory making snow. Its on!

One more thing is that we now have a variety of used salomons and k2 skiboards that are perfect for those who just want to pick up an extra pair for friends, or don’t want to invest too much to experience skiboarding. Also have pairs of Salomon Groms 61cm for kids to experience the sport and have an easy, fun time right from the start.

Welcome to the 2018 season.

 

2018 Season winding up with new skiboards and more

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Hello all.

A dusting of snow in the mountains is adding to the excitement here in Durango. New products are arriving regularly now and we are gearing up.

Elan Freeline Camo 125cm Skiboards Step-in Release Bindings
Elan Freeline Camo 125cm Skiboards Step-in Release Bindings

We have the new Alpina XTrack 70 boots in as well as the new Alpina Ruby boots for women. Elan has brought in new graphics on their skiboards (models include the Freeline 99, 125 and 135 and the package includes pre-mounted

Atomic ETL 125 cm Skiboards with Release Bindingss
Atomic ETL 125 cm Skiboards with Release Bindingss

adjustable release ski bindings. In addition, Atomic and Salomon have arrived as well. These all have new even more durable top sheets and come with pre-mounted ski release bindings as well.

 

Salomon has new 120 cm and 130 cm skiboards also with pre-mounted adjustable ski release bindings.

Salomon Shortmax 120 cm Skiboards w. Release Ski Bindings
Salomon Shortmax 120 cm Skiboards w. Release Ski Bindings

Skiboards Bindings – Non-release, snowboard and ski release bindings – advantages

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We offer numerous options for bindings on skiboards. Skiboards Bindings – Non-release, snowboard and ski release bindings – advantages of each. Binding options include the standard non-release bindings which don’t release in case of fall.  The advantage of non-release bindings is basically, they don’t release if you fall. This comes in handy for those who prefer riding the parks or often in the glades. The disadvantage is the risk of injury so I would say this is for those riders who are experienced and not just beginning. Another disadvantage is it takes a little more time to put them on and you have to use leashes on both legs. These work with ski boots only.

Then we have the ski-type, release bindings with brakes.  These mount directly to skiboards such as the Summit Custom 110. Since these come with brakes, no need for leashes.  The real advantage of release bindings is safety. These will release in case of fall so your legs are saved. The brakes hold them to the ground so they don’t go flying down the mountain. These bindings also allow flex and performance without any flat spots. The advantage of these bindings, like the Atomic L10 bindings, is also how fast you can get into them. Just step in and go. When heading to the lodge, just push down the back lever and you are out. Not really a lot of disadvantages to this type of binding. These of course work with ski boots only.

Snowboard Bindings – recently, snowboard bindings have been developed to work with skiboards. Of course, since snowboard bindings are wider, sometimes more than the skiboards, a riser plate is necessary. One such riser plate is the all new Summit Snowboard Binding Riser Kit. This kit allows precision carving as it rests on a round disc. The snowboard bindings are then placed on top of the riser and used with snowboard boots. Bindings like the Technine Custom Pro DS skiboards with a 3rd buckle strap, metal base and wrap around cuff that provides performance similar to ski bindings. The advantage is you can use snowboard boots. The disadvantage is that these do not release in case of a fall and do take a little more time to put on initially.

It is just a matter of preference as performance is similar between these different bindings. If safety is of top concern, then ski release bindings are the best option. If comfort is a priority or you already have snowboard boots, then obviously snowboard bindings are the best choice. Comfort however can be experienced with the Alpina XTrack ski boots, which are one of the most comfortable ski boots available and you can then use the other two binding options.

Keep in mind that whatever you choose, you are going to have big fun on the slopes on skiboards and that is the bottom line. Fun!

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