Rock Boarding

Some snowboard freaks started rock-boarding in 1992! Already in 1995 they organized the first race! Until now, this rock-boarding contest is held every year in Kandersteg in the Bernese Alps in Switzerland. As of today it is the one and only of this kind worldwide. Additionally to the
slalom competition, a jumping contest was implemented in the year 2000 event. The competitors jumped already summersaults and full spins.
Surprisingly the wear of the boards underside is not of a big deal. Since the force is spread throughout all the engaged rocks, only small burs and scratches will be left on the board. Therefore, the equipment can be used many times. To prevent the board from the mentioned damages, some diehard Boarders are bolting a thin sheet metal under the snowboard. However, the drawback is that the board will be slower.