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Expertise
I can answer questions about learning how to snowboard, trick tips, visualization techniques, setting up a snowboard, what equipment is good and what is not, the culture, how to get sponsored, preventing injury, progressing. I don't have much knowledge of resorts except for Breckenridge, CO
Experience in the area
I have been snowboarding for over 10 years, I have worked in a snowboard shop for 3 years, I have been featured in snowboard videos and competed on a profeesional level. I have been sponsored by Smith googles, Northwave boots, Drake bindings, and Mission 6 outerwear in the past.
Organizations
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Education/Credentials
10 years of experience at a competative level.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brenda | 09/23/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | It was awesome. Answered all my questions ..... |
| Lana | 06/13/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Claudia | 05/05/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Hej Ben! Thanks for your reply!!Hope you ..... |
| Mike | 03/13/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks man I'll try out those tips ..... |
| Robin | 03/04/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you! |
Recent Answers from Ben
2009-11-22 Stuff:
Mike, Sounds like you're on the right track man. I think small companies can definitely survive. I think they are the future for sure actually. But yeah, just talk to lots of people and research
2009-11-22 Stuff:
Hey Mike, Well the next logical progression from having 180's all wats is to start working on 3's and then 5's and 7's. It's just a natural progression. You don't need to do drills and stuff like
2009-10-30 Freeride on freestyle?:
Brent, There's really not much difference. If you got a freestyle board and it is flexible, and the right size for you, you will be the best off for learning all around. You probably wouldn't be
2009-08-29 collectible snowboard:
Hi, It looks like a nice board and I'm sure it's no less safe than any other board as long as the bindings are screwed in tightly. As far as how much it is worth as a snowboard it might be worth a
2008-12-02 Snowboard Length Question:
Chris, I weigh 155lbs and I'm 5'11" and I ride a 157, to give you an example. its the perfect size for me. So you could easily go down to 156 or 157 and it would be a good all around board for the
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