Snowboarding: Make a Perfect Start [Paperback]

Frank Gille (Author), Rene Marks (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 2002

Snowboarding is one of the most fascinating and fun winter sports for men and women of all ages. Whether it be the snowboarders in the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics or the many thousands of hobby sportsmen and women - they are all united by the experience in life of snowboarding. It's all about allowing one's fantasy free rein, whether it be just gliding along on the piste, jumping over obstacles or breaking one's own personal speed record. "Freedom on the board" is achievable by one and all. This book serves as a help for you on the way to becoming an enthusiastic snowboarder. It offers an ideal introduction to snowboarding with its numerous coloured illustrations, precise descriptions and well-researched instructions. It has been built up systematically, starting with the first attempts at standing and moving through to successful downhill runs.

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About the Author

Frank Gille is a qualified sports teacher. He came to snowboarding through skiing. Today he runs ski and snowboarding courses in particular for children and youths. In addition, since 1995, he is busy training exercise leaders and trainers. Rene Marks is a self-employed computer specialist. Besides windsurfing, in 1985 he began snowboarding and has been running snowboarding courses for several years. In addition, since 1995, he has been carrying out competitive long distance events - biathlon, mountain bike and cycle racing.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Meyer & Meyer Verlag (May 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1841260584
• ISBN-13: 978-1841260587
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,723,017 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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