What is a Mountainboard?

The standard mountainboard has four wheels with pneumatic tyres (so you can adjust the tyre pressures).  It gives a riding sensation similar to a snowboard or surfboard. There's been plenty of design modifications over the last few years - new ideas appear all the time.

How do my feet stay on the board?

Most boards have a simple one-strap binding system to keep your feet in place.

The boards are symmetrical from end-to-end, so you can ride with either foot leading. The tricks and riding-styles have developed from skating and snowboarding.

How do I slow down?

Control your speed by turning the board across the fall-line of the slope, like on a snowboard. Brake by doing a 'powerslide' - again similar to stopping a snowboard.