Viridian just keep at it. It sucks at first but once you start getting used to it, it starts becoming quite fun when you are progressing. You’ll also progress way faster going switch vs normally.
Learning switch is a must for anyone whose serious about boarding. At some point you just gotta admit that bombing that Red or Black on your regular stance just isn't pushing you forward anymore. Sure you might feel like a total noob that first day of riding switch, but after that you can begin coasting down the hardest terrain in either stance. Worth it in my opinion for looking like a noob briefly while learning. I've practiced so much switch riding that the casual observer probably can't tell which leg I favour, way more impressive than gunning past some poor noobies trying to tackle their first Red. Don't stick to being an average boarder, become a great boarder!
that was one of the biggest compliments I ever got while riding...someone said, "I was behind you coming down the hill and you kept switching back and forth. I honestly couldn't tell what your normal stance was."
Terry Green how? You only have two legs and your still leaning on your thighs for example. just because your facing a different way doesn't mean the exertion on your legs go away?
couldnt agree more! my 2c: even the Poconos can become challenging. It's the best tool to progress as a rider and to keep feeling that beginner thrill for as long as possible!
Why is this guy not bigger on youtube? Going snowboarding in the beginning of next year, I've done some snowboarding in the past and want to get more into basic trick, small jumps and 180 spins this time. I enjoy all the videos I've seen so far - great stuff - thank you!
invested a few solid runs last week on switch. It felt like learning all over again but worth it now up to #6 on the vid until i get better and can handle some more speed. Good video for learning thanks super helpful
I'm seriously riding for the first time this year, but skateboarded for years (reg but push mongo which I believe will help with switch riding) I've only ever gone with people that say "keep up if you can" as a form of helping me learn. I've watched most of your videos and they're great, can't wait to build a solid foundation and hope to be killing it by the New Year. Once again keep up the awesome work!
Been working on my switch riding for two seasons now and finally starting to feel natural - thanks for providing the challenges! Working on switch powder moguls!
Started my second season this year, I'm in the northeast so haven't had much snow yet (wish the NY stormed shared further up north). Watching your videos has been helping a lot, I can definitely feel myself significantly improving with each day out. Was very excited to begin learning switch this year. Didn't think id pick it up and improve until towards the end of the season but with your help I was nailing at least 5-6 of these before lunch on my first day of switch! Now I need to go back and get myself up to 10! Thanks a lot for your videos, time, and help!
Yo Kevin, I watched all of your beginner videos prior to going up on the mountain - this past weekend was my 3rd/4th time up and I managed to get my heel side down, practiced toe side, started linking turns, and went to the top of the mountain we were at with my friends and managed to get down it without any major falls (first time doing S turns on it without knowing it until my buddies who were slowly sliding around me to watch called me out for doing it right) Thanks for your videos, I still watch them in-between studying waiting for the next time I will go up - its been about 5 years+ since I learned how to snowboard so this was a great intro to get back into it for me. I think I will be looking to buy my own gear soon :)
I just wanted to say that you make great videos. I am just starting to snowboard and these help me a lot. You are a good teacher and always seem to have a positive attitude. Keep up the great work.
Going away this sunday to the next for a ski-trip. Will definitely be trying all this stuff while my newbie friends are learning how to ride regularly.
Hoping to try this when snowboarding season comes. Watching your videos helped me learn how to snowboard. Keep up with the awesome videos. Can't wait till snow season!
I know it's late but you pushed me to start riding switch man thank you... and I've been riding goofy for 3 seasons now so it also helps that you ride goofy so when I watch your videos, I get a lot out of them.
Great videos by snowboardProCamp. Stoked for the season thinking watching a lot of these might make it a little easier working on this stuff when I start the season!
10th run ever on snowboard and decided to follow these tips and ride switch most of day. Thank you! Amazing tips! Felt really comfortable after a few runs. going back to tomorrow for some fine tuning. ;))
my first ever time snowboarding was today! I got to run about 8 times down from the top of the mountain. Since i watched a lot of your videoes on How to ride & Carve, the last time i went down, i managed to only fall one time, i went at pretty great speed and i feel like i did good to be first time. Thanks for What youre doing! It really helps! Gonna try som snwitch riding next weekend:)
..it's quite a bit I'm looking around....I think you 're the best teacher here....with your lessons I started snowboard with confidence... I practise 2 times with my son (13) with excellent results..also tried switch (I'm goofy like you) and more....GO ON with lessons!! I'm 50...from Italy.. best place 4 SB
Hey Kevin this video has helped build a lot more confidence in my switch riding and im gald i came across it. i am only on step 2 but im hoping to get to 4 after this weekends trip.
I started snowboarding last year and i think i've gotten the hang of it pretty well, the only problem i have is switch riding and this video came out at the perfect time!
+Veronica Ng I think he already did (i'm following an other snowboard channel so not sure it was him). The best time to pick up new gear is either at the very begining of the season but not much great deal or sadly the very end of the season where you can get huge deals, got a new board and binding just before last summer for very cheap : The same board as kevin (Burton Process for 225€ instead of 460€) and Cartel Binding (2015 model) at 150€ instead of 250€ and few other things, got some in Tignes and Val D'Isere (ski resort) and the board on internet
I've completed 9 out of 10, and I have done the bonus. I started working on switch a lot this year but we have no powder this year on the ice coast here in northeast US. Thanks for the tips! I definitely need to work or flat riding switch.
i'm too chicken to try the switch chairlift hahaha awesome videos man keep them coming. helping my riding a ton! before I would just cruise down not really thinking about anything, now I am constantly challenging my riding and trying new things and having way more fun!
Been rewatching all your guys’ videos getting hyped up for the season! Finally gonna learn to ride Switch this season and maybe progress into some tricks :D
8/10 on riding switch. I've only been snowboarding for 1.5 weeks, but I tried to snowboard switch immediately after I learned how to ride normal. I feel like it's way easier this way!
decided to do a couple full switch runs today (even the steep parts). got through one with out falling. they aren't linking together well yet. skating switch is a lot more difficult than i thought it would be.
Omg thank you Kevin for this awesome video to help learn switch. It's all I need to complete in order to be able to conquer the park. I've only done 3 of these but I'll try the rest but powder is hard to find where I am but I will still try.
It's hard, but I love it! It's challenging so I feel like I really need to learn it... I keep falling over and my leg hurts like never before, but I still love it 💪
Thanks for the vid. I'm a 43 years old, riding since 1988. :/ So ya, i'm up to level 7 and trying to teach my son the things i know. And whit your help, it this not end. :) thank's again.
Heading to Meribel at the end of the month and will definitely put in a lot of switch training. But first, big swell forecast off the coast of Durban, South Africa. Thanks for the vids, have helped me a lot! Yeew!
7/10 I just started focusing on switch last season (which was my second season on a board). My first year was mostly working on patrol skill and your videos have been very helpful. Next year I'll work on speed, moguls, and side hits / banks.
Id say 6/10. I taught my girlfriend to snowboard last year so I took the time I spent on the green groomers to teach myself switch. Snagged some good ideas to use for my next switch session!
The switch chairlift challenge is real! I can ride switch just as good as my regular but on and off the lift makes me feel new all over again lol. It's so scary on a packed lift.
I tried skating and getting on a lift while riding switch today. Fuck that bro, a pimp almost busted his ass and looked like a nerd in front of all the girls
Jake McCoy is right but I am going to add this I probably ride switch better than you ride regular junior haha go take a fuckin lap, coach wants to see you in his office when you're done
It's day 2 on the hill and I'm on 8/10. Don't think I'll get a chance to to hit the pow but those mogules are mine tomorrow. Thanks for the video, it's heartening that you're having the same switch issues. Peace
Started really trying to ride switch about three years ago. I’d say I’m a 7. Moguls are difficult and not ready for switch tree riding. But I love being able to just spin whenever and feel comfortable.
my first season I was riding goofy, but ended up switching to regular and haven't looked back. I can now ride switch pretty easily, but haven't the confidence to do so at speed (yet)
I have a slightly directional board. Do I have to swap my bindings around to the other side of the board before I practice switch? If I leave the bindings where they are, I’m assuming I need to change up my binding angles to more of an even duck stance?
Just went on Sunday, practiced riding some switch. What a perfect video to get me ready for the next day out. Only 2/10 for me so far but I'll work on it :)
I've done 1 and 2, so I'll try 3 next time to the mountain. Thanks for the video! I also have a video suggestion...could you to a video tutorial on how to hit rails with special features, such as a curve, arc, or one that goes downward, straightens out, then goes down again...Just a suggestion...Thanks again!
Question--do you change your binding spacing/angles at all depending on the riding you're doing that day? Like evenly spaced for park and switch riding and set back for powder days (less switch)?
was going to be trying this out this weekend and broke my radius in my left arm, bummed that the seasons already over for me and it was short to begin with
What degrees do you have your bindings at? I've heard that if I wanted to ride switch i should put both front and back binding at same degree. Any thoughts anyone?
Question: If I am planning on spending half the day on the slopes riding switch and the other half regular, what bindings positioning would you recommend? Pure duck stance? (When I ride regular I use a +15 on my front foot and a -9 on my back foot. )
I've been doing this recently and it seriously helps switch start to feel as natural as your normal stance. Do it on a day that's not busy so you can ride by yourself and pick a chair with a mellow exit. (If that exists at your resort)
Hey Kevin, when would you encourage an advanced beginner to start learning switch riding? Are there any necessary skill sets that are needed before riding switch? hoping to hear from you or if you can make a detailed video about it. thank you very much! your videos are so helpful!
As soon as you you can confidently ride blue runs regular, you're definitely ready to start riding Switch-that's been my experience anyway! I'd recommend filming your Riding and watching SnowBoardProCamp's tutorials on improving Intermediate Turns so you can figure out not only how to improve your regular Riding, but also how to avoid carrying over any bad habits to your Switch Riding. And more thing..doing something like pointing or pretending to bounce a ball off the nose of your board can help your progression tremendously. At the end of the day it's all about discipline and mileage. Good luck!
Hi Kevin, if you could tell me when is the best time to start switch riding? This is my first season, so far 6 days on the snow, everyday improving my skills and trying new things like small jumps, 180 etc. Feeling quite confident with my regular skills. Please advise ;)
I have been riding snowboards for 10 years out east. mostly park and pipe amateur competition riding. i moved to Pemby a year and a bit ago and decided to start over from the very basics even just completely focusing on my front foot pressure and edging making it all perfect every time. when i get stuck or stumped on a movement or focusing on the next thing. my back country boys aren't really always the best dudes to turn to for focus haha. but you're videos are! really loving this one right now as a fun challenge as switch is what I'm working on now and I have worked on it lots in the past for freestyle (but its sloppy lets be honest) i would say i am at a 8--9 on your scale as I've never tried the pillows switch...on purpose. would you have anything to say about getting that commitment around when spinning switch? would love a video.The vids are really clear and focused well done.
Honestly once I got the feel for riding switch, I was popping 180's and better butters and 270's and 360's real quick after that. Switch is the secret bois, you'll even ride with less mistakes imo
Hi Kevin. I am beginner snowboard. I have been trying it out for several years but I don't have the time to make my way out to the snow. So my confidence is always pretty low when I do start up again. Now I am practicing my switch. You make it look so easy! The problem I'm having is my toe side. My board seems to continuously dig into the snow where I lose balance and fall. Falling is so exhausting and I wish I didn't fall so much. I want to get better. Please help!
Hey m8, I having trouble connecting my switch turns I can go to heel and toe edges(Im a regular footed rider) Im having a hard time linking them any tips.!
+hellio21 as lukas herwig said it can be a mental thing. i still have some difficulties too. i can do it but i really have to commit. just try not to think and put a lot of weight onto your front foot. it is scary at first, but if you really commit to the turn down the hill you will make it :) hope this helps
+hellio21 if u use your hands to turn it will make it a lot easier just commit to it and one you can do that try without hands and im sure youll be fine
Switch is so frustrating!
You're back at the beginner level...
Yep and frustrating when you see people thinking: Haha look at this noob
So true thomas
So painfully true, hurts when you get laughed at on the bunny hills cause your trying to balance on the other side
Viridian just keep at it. It sucks at first but once you start getting used to it, it starts becoming quite fun when you are progressing. You’ll also progress way faster going switch vs normally.
He's probably killing it by this stage!
Learning switch is a must for anyone whose serious about boarding. At some point you just gotta admit that bombing that Red or Black on your regular stance just isn't pushing you forward anymore. Sure you might feel like a total noob that first day of riding switch, but after that you can begin coasting down the hardest terrain in either stance. Worth it in my opinion for looking like a noob briefly while learning. I've practiced so much switch riding that the casual observer probably can't tell which leg I favour, way more impressive than gunning past some poor noobies trying to tackle their first Red. Don't stick to being an average boarder, become a great boarder!
true shit man, dont worry how you look . dont care about others people thats first rule to become a shreder
this is so true. been riding for 3 years and today i spent the whole day riding switch on a beginner slope.
@@Meefo__ switch is awesome feeling
that was one of the biggest compliments I ever got while riding...someone said, "I was behind you coming down the hill and you kept switching back and forth. I honestly couldn't tell what your normal stance was."
You want to know something even harder then switch trying to watch this video on lodge wifi
Great Video. What you didn't mention however is that riding switch, in essence, gives you a 2nd set of legs which is great late in the day.
+Terry Green Good point!
Terry Green how? You only have two legs and your still leaning on your thighs for example. just because your facing a different way doesn't mean the exertion on your legs go away?
Tom Sharpe but usually it's your back leg that gets the most sore.
couldnt agree more! my 2c: even the Poconos can become challenging. It's the best tool to progress as a rider and to keep feeling that beginner thrill for as long as possible!
Why is this guy not bigger on youtube?
Going snowboarding in the beginning of next year, I've done some snowboarding in the past and want to get more into basic trick, small jumps and 180 spins this time.
I enjoy all the videos I've seen so far - great stuff - thank you!
JD Not sponsored by Burton, like another company is. 😉
I only heard about this channel off a guy that I was talking to on holiday.
JD its an awsome channel, thanks to kevin i learned how to 180 on 180 off a rail 540s and much more
Been just a casual rider for the past 15 years. Watching the videos has made my riding so much better and pushed me to try new things.
your vids helped me be a better snowboarder
+Brayden Kitchen Awesome to hear Brayden! Thanks for watching!
Working on a 10 Switch Trick video next!
+SnowboardProCamp How do you like your 32 lashed boots?
+SnowboardProCamp YEAAA!!
invested a few solid runs last week on switch. It felt like learning all over again but worth it now up to #6 on the vid until i get better and can handle some more speed. Good video for learning thanks super helpful
Art Razz nice bro
I'm seriously riding for the first time this year, but skateboarded for years (reg but push mongo which I believe will help with switch riding)
I've only ever gone with people that say "keep up if you can" as a form of helping me learn. I've watched most of your videos and they're great, can't wait to build a solid foundation and hope to be killing it by the New Year. Once again keep up the awesome work!
Been working on my switch riding for two seasons now and finally starting to feel natural - thanks for providing the challenges! Working on switch powder moguls!
Started my second season this year, I'm in the northeast so haven't had much snow yet (wish the NY stormed shared further up north). Watching your videos has been helping a lot, I can definitely feel myself significantly improving with each day out. Was very excited to begin learning switch this year. Didn't think id pick it up and improve until towards the end of the season but with your help I was nailing at least 5-6 of these before lunch on my first day of switch! Now I need to go back and get myself up to 10! Thanks a lot for your videos, time, and help!
Yo Kevin, I watched all of your beginner videos prior to going up on the mountain - this past weekend was my 3rd/4th time up and I managed to get my heel side down, practiced toe side, started linking turns, and went to the top of the mountain we were at with my friends and managed to get down it without any major falls (first time doing S turns on it without knowing it until my buddies who were slowly sliding around me to watch called me out for doing it right) Thanks for your videos, I still watch them in-between studying waiting for the next time I will go up - its been about 5 years+ since I learned how to snowboard so this was a great intro to get back into it for me. I think I will be looking to buy my own gear soon :)
Watching your videos makes me want to go snowboarding everyday!!!!!
I just wanted to say that you make great videos. I am just starting to snowboard and these help me a lot. You are a good teacher and always seem to have a positive attitude. Keep up the great work.
dude plz keep posting the "improve your riding" videos they help so much!! this switch one is awesome..
Going away this sunday to the next for a ski-trip. Will definitely be trying all this stuff while my newbie friends are learning how to ride regularly.
Hoping to try this when snowboarding season comes. Watching your videos helped me learn how to snowboard. Keep up with the awesome videos. Can't wait till snow season!
I know it's late but you pushed me to start riding switch man thank you... and I've been riding goofy for 3 seasons now so it also helps that you ride goofy so when I watch your videos, I get a lot out of them.
Great videos by snowboardProCamp. Stoked for the season thinking watching a lot of these might make it a little easier working on this stuff when I start the season!
10th run ever on snowboard and decided to follow these tips and ride switch most of day. Thank you! Amazing tips! Felt really comfortable after a few runs. going back to tomorrow for some fine tuning. ;))
Going to hit the hills tomorrow my switch riding is about it 2 looking forward to trying them all out. Thanks for the great video!
Going boarding for 6 days pretty soon. Planning to use this vid to learn switch I’m hyped
Just a hand full of snow days in Germany so far but I started switch this season... 5 out of 10. Your videos are a damn good motivation!!! Thumbs up!
Gracias chicos por sus videos, me han dado mucha ayuda para mejorar en el snowboard, saludos desde chile
my first ever time snowboarding was today! I got to run about 8 times down from the top of the mountain. Since i watched a lot of your videoes on How to ride & Carve, the last time i went down, i managed to only fall one time, i went at pretty great speed and i feel like i did good to be first time. Thanks for What youre doing! It really helps! Gonna try som snwitch riding next weekend:)
..it's quite a bit I'm looking around....I think you 're the best teacher here....with your lessons I started snowboard with confidence... I practise 2 times with my son (13) with excellent results..also tried switch (I'm goofy like you) and more....GO ON with lessons!!
I'm 50...from Italy.. best place 4 SB
love your videos man, watch your videos before I go snowboarding to get hyped to hit the slopes!
This channel has given me so much insight on what I need to practice. Thanks for the succinct videos Kevin.
Hey Kevin this video has helped build a lot more confidence in my switch riding and im gald i came across it. i am only on step 2 but im hoping to get to 4 after this weekends trip.
I started snowboarding last year and i think i've gotten the hang of it pretty well, the only problem i have is switch riding and this video came out at the perfect time!
Thanks Kevin! These are great! Would love to see a video on picking up new gears (Board, binding, boots) also when, and where to get it.
+Veronica Ng I think he already did (i'm following an other snowboard channel so not sure it was him). The best time to pick up new gear is either at the very begining of the season but not much great deal or sadly the very end of the season where you can get huge deals, got a new board and binding just before last summer for very cheap : The same board as kevin (Burton Process for 225€ instead of 460€) and Cartel Binding (2015 model) at 150€ instead of 250€ and few other things, got some in Tignes and Val D'Isere (ski resort) and the board on internet
I've completed 9 out of 10, and I have done the bonus. I started working on switch a lot this year but we have no powder this year on the ice coast here in northeast US.
Thanks for the tips! I definitely need to work or flat riding switch.
i'm too chicken to try the switch chairlift hahaha
awesome videos man keep them coming. helping my riding a ton! before I would just cruise down not really thinking about anything, now I am constantly challenging my riding and trying new things and having way more fun!
Been rewatching all your guys’ videos getting hyped up for the season! Finally gonna learn to ride Switch this season and maybe progress into some tricks :D
Kevin! Your videos have been showing me how to kill it in the slopes this season! I completed 5/10 today! Shout out from Oregon!
Keep it up!
not only do your videos help me a lot with riding but they also get me really stoked! keep it up!
good question
Awesome to hear! Thanks for watching!
8/10 on riding switch. I've only been snowboarding for 1.5 weeks, but I tried to snowboard switch immediately after I learned how to ride normal. I feel like it's way easier this way!
Awesome tutorial. I've got 6 challenges and try to practice every time. OK there's still some new challenges. Thanks for giving so useful advices!
thanks kevin. did 2 runs totally switch yesterday. took forever!!!! it's basically learning to turn all over again.
Ikr! I tried riding switch I fell as many times when I was learning and I've been snowboarding for two years never rode switch xD
+Bike Race Addict yeah only advantage from when i first learned (last year) is that i know how to stop.
Ahh, yeah that would help lol
decided to do a couple full switch runs today (even the steep parts). got through one with out falling. they aren't linking together well yet. skating switch is a lot more difficult than i thought it would be.
Omg thank you Kevin for this awesome video to help learn switch. It's all I need to complete in order to be able to conquer the park. I've only done 3 of these but I'll try the rest but powder is hard to find where I am but I will still try.
It's hard, but I love it! It's challenging so I feel like I really need to learn it... I keep falling over and my leg hurts like never before, but I still love it 💪
Thanks for the vid. I'm a 43 years old, riding since 1988. :/ So ya, i'm up to level 7 and trying to teach my son the things i know. And whit your help, it this not end. :) thank's again.
Heading to Meribel at the end of the month and will definitely put in a lot of switch training. But first, big swell forecast off the coast of Durban, South Africa. Thanks for the vids, have helped me a lot! Yeew!
7/10 I just started focusing on switch last season (which was my second season on a board). My first year was mostly working on patrol skill and your videos have been very helpful. Next year I'll work on speed, moguls, and side hits / banks.
love these videos! would you recommend changing foot position angles on board for switch?
On my 4th day of snowboarding I already have carving and park tricks! You've helped a lot. Video of my progression in my profile
Great video! Switch riding is really helpful for learning tricks, so i need to get mine better
got lots of hills on my property , sore asf from this weekend at my local resort but im trying switch tmr
Id say 6/10. I taught my girlfriend to snowboard last year so I took the time I spent on the green groomers to teach myself switch. Snagged some good ideas to use for my next switch session!
The switch chairlift challenge is real! I can ride switch just as good as my regular but on and off the lift makes me feel new all over again lol. It's so scary on a packed lift.
Thanks for the great video. I just bought a new helmet so ready to start practicing my switch again.
Really nice video man! Definitely going to try some of these on my vacation next week!
Im currently at 3 with switch riding, off to France in 3 weeks so with some luck & practise I can make it to about 6 or 7! Thank for the tips!
Awesome! Where in France?
We are off to Les Arcs. Super excited to get on the mountain!
I tried skating and getting on a lift while riding switch today. Fuck that bro, a pimp almost busted his ass and looked like a nerd in front of all the girls
Ben Dover dang that's what's up
Ben Dover this comment literally made my night because I did the exact same thing today 😂
Ben Dover all part of learning lol
Jake McCoy is right but I am going to add this I ride switch just fine
Jake McCoy is right but I am going to add this I probably ride switch better than you ride regular junior haha go take a fuckin lap, coach wants to see you in his office when you're done
Gott learn it this year! Your videos are amazing man!
It's the video I need so much! Thanks, cant wait to try it on slopes
It's day 2 on the hill and I'm on 8/10. Don't think I'll get a chance to to hit the pow but those mogules are mine tomorrow.
Thanks for the video, it's heartening that you're having the same switch issues. Peace
This is what I need. Thank you so much. I am going to try these 2 days later.
Started really trying to ride switch about three years ago. I’d say I’m a 7. Moguls are difficult and not ready for switch tree riding. But I love being able to just spin whenever and feel comfortable.
Hey Kevin! Great video again! I'm wondering when is the right time to start trying doing a switch?
my first season I was riding goofy, but ended up switching to regular and haven't looked back. I can now ride switch pretty easily, but haven't the confidence to do so at speed (yet)
I have a slightly directional board. Do I have to swap my bindings around to the other side of the board before I practice switch?
If I leave the bindings where they are, I’m assuming I need to change up my binding angles to more of an even duck stance?
Just went on Sunday, practiced riding some switch. What a perfect video to get me ready for the next day out. Only 2/10 for me so far but I'll work on it :)
These vids are so helpful. I might have watched them all :) thanks for the help 👍
hey kevin, love your videos man. but for this one, im curious as to the binding setup on the board for a day of riding switch? thanks man!
Thank you so much for the tips, I'll try this weekend at Beech !
What foot orientations would you recommend for a polyvalent ride ?
I've done 1 and 2, so I'll try 3 next time to the mountain. Thanks for the video! I also have a video suggestion...could you to a video tutorial on how to hit rails with special features, such as a curve, arc, or one that goes downward, straightens out, then goes down again...Just a suggestion...Thanks again!
I've done the first 2 and hit a small jump switch. Gonna try the lift switch next time I go!
Question--do you change your binding spacing/angles at all depending on the riding you're doing that day? Like evenly spaced for park and switch riding and set back for powder days (less switch)?
Great idea, definitely need to try this.
Thanks so much this really helped on the slopes definitely more confident when I go again!!
Awesome video Kevin and very helpful. I'm going to start working my way through the list this season. Keep the great videos coming, Thanks :-)
I'll try each challenge this seasson (my 2nd) at the end of the world down in Ushuaia! Regards from Argentina!
Thanks for the videos!!!!!!
Still have to wait for the snow... :(
I am going to start riding a lot more switch, and this is the blueprint I will use.
Great video. I'm around a 7/10. Still a ways to go. I'm going to try a full switch day tomorrow.
Advice please, bindings position. For riding switch, do I need front and back foot at the same angle?
was going to be trying this out this weekend and broke my radius in my left arm, bummed that the seasons already over for me and it was short to begin with
Your videos are great they help a ton!
Any advice on landing switch jumps I have trouble landing some 180s
For practicing switch, do you have to set up the bindings towards center or slightly forward on a directional board? Thanks
This is by far your best video. Instructions only is golden.
Is it possible you could do a video on some tips on how to do/get better at street style/urban rails? Keep up the good work!
What degrees do you have your bindings at? I've heard that if I wanted to ride switch i should put both front and back binding at same degree. Any thoughts anyone?
Daniel Falkenbach Kevin uses 13 and -13 degrees so essentially the same front and back
I use 15 & -15 you should try! Great solve!
Question: If I am planning on spending half the day on the slopes riding switch and the other half regular, what bindings positioning would you recommend? Pure duck stance? (When I ride regular I use a +15 on my front foot and a -9 on my back foot. )
9/10 there's no way I'm getting on a lift switch 🙈 I tried it on a drag lift one time... Very uncomfortable.
1Flyingfist lol, that's the hardest for sure!! I'm literally prefer to snowboarding from the top of the Everest! (Okay, maybe not literally...)
The lifts at my resort are killer literally
Right!? The others I will try but also this just seems like a pain and isn't really a skill I'm concerned about working on.
I've been doing this recently and it seriously helps switch start to feel as natural as your normal stance. Do it on a day that's not busy so you can ride by yourself and pick a chair with a mellow exit. (If that exists at your resort)
should i position my bindings on my board differently because i want to ride switch?
Hi, I really want to know how to adjust binding before I start switching practice.
Welcome to the regular life, all my friend hate going on chairlift with me because there all goofy
Nick Turgeon lol sameee
Nick Turgeon sammeeee
Sameeeeee
You just gotta make sure they're all to your left
Are your bindings mounted dead center? Is it any easier riding switch on a park board?
Hey Kevin, when would you encourage an advanced beginner to start learning switch riding? Are there any necessary skill sets that are needed before riding switch? hoping to hear from you or if you can make a detailed video about it. thank you very much! your videos are so helpful!
As soon as you you can confidently ride blue runs regular, you're definitely ready to start riding Switch-that's been my experience anyway! I'd recommend filming your Riding and watching SnowBoardProCamp's tutorials on improving Intermediate Turns so you can figure out not only how to improve your regular Riding, but also how to avoid carrying over any bad habits to your Switch Riding. And more thing..doing something like pointing or pretending to bounce a ball off the nose of your board can help your progression tremendously. At the end of the day it's all about discipline and mileage. Good luck!
Hi Kevin, if you could tell me when is the best time to start switch riding? This is my first season, so far 6 days on the snow, everyday improving my skills and trying new things like small jumps, 180 etc. Feeling quite confident with my regular skills. Please advise ;)
Should I switch my bindings to duck or just keep them normal to ride switch
I have been riding snowboards for 10 years out east. mostly park and pipe amateur competition riding. i moved to Pemby a year and a bit ago and decided to start over from the very basics even just completely focusing on my front foot pressure and edging making it all perfect every time. when i get stuck or stumped on a movement or focusing on the next thing. my back country boys aren't really always the best dudes to turn to for focus haha. but you're videos are! really loving this one right now as a fun challenge as switch is what I'm working on now and I have worked on it lots in the past for freestyle (but its sloppy lets be honest) i would say i am at a 8--9 on your scale as I've never tried the pillows switch...on purpose. would you have anything to say about getting that commitment around when spinning switch? would love a video.The vids are really clear and focused well done.
Honestly once I got the feel for riding switch, I was popping 180's and better butters and 270's and 360's real quick after that. Switch is the secret bois, you'll even ride with less mistakes imo
Hi Kevin. I am beginner snowboard. I have been trying it out for several years but I don't have the time to make my way out to the snow. So my confidence is always pretty low when I do start up again. Now I am practicing my switch. You make it look so easy! The problem I'm having is my toe side. My board seems to continuously dig into the snow where I lose balance and fall. Falling is so exhausting and I wish I didn't fall so much. I want to get better. Please help!
Hey m8, I having trouble connecting my switch turns I can go to heel and toe edges(Im a regular footed rider) Im having a hard time linking them any tips.!
+hellio21 Same here. I think it's just a mental thing, but I can't link anything together switch.
+hellio21 as lukas herwig said it can be a mental thing. i still have some difficulties too. i can do it but i really have to commit. just try not to think and put a lot of weight onto your front foot. it is scary at first, but if you really commit to the turn down the hill you will make it :) hope this helps
+hellio21 if u use your hands to turn it will make it a lot easier just commit to it and one you can do that try without hands and im sure youll be fine
+hellio21 practice is the answer hahah
Okay I will try that thanks
What angles should I use for better riding switch?