Snowboarding has evolved from early attempts in the 1960s using trash can lids and cardboard to modern snowboards. The Snurfer, developed in 1965, was one of the first mass-produced snowboarding toys. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, snowboarding continued to gain popularity through competitions and magazines. It was not until 1994 that snowboarding was officially recognized as an Olympic sport, representing how far the sport had come from its origins.

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snowboarding
To say who actually invented the sport of
snowboarding would be impossible because people
have always loved to slide down a snow covered hill. Soaring through the snow in a kind of
seat or dashboard is nothing new. The ways to enjoy the snow are numerous, and people
have devised ways to turn trash can lids and cardboard 'snow boards' to enjoy an afternoon
party outdoors. The various ways to glide through the snow have become more
sophisticated and have evolved into using polished boards or skis in much the same way a
surfboarder would ride a wave. There have been many attempts to develop a table of
modern snowboard. In 1965, the 'Snurfer' (a pun with 'snow' and 'surfer') was developed
as a toy for children. Two motorbikes were united and a rope was placed at the front to allow
control and stability. Over 500,000 'Snurfers' were sold in 1966, but were never seen as
more than a child's toy though organized competitions began to take place. The year 1969
brought a table a little more sophisticated snowboard based on the principles of skiing
combined with style surf board. The 'Flying Yellow Banana' was developed in 1977. This
was nothing more thana plastic shell covered with a top like a skateboard area, but now a
breakthrough in the little known sport of snowboarding was considered. The first national
snowboard race was held in the area outside Woodstock and was known as 'The Suicide
Six.' The race consisted of a steep downhill run called The Face in which the main goal was
probably mere survival.
Snowboarding continued to increase in popularity in the coming years. In 1985 the first
magazine dedicated specifically to snowboarding hit the news stands with huge success
and furthered the popularity of this exciting sport. Hordes of fans began to organize regional
events and pretty soon snowboarding events were held in all parts of the world. In 1994
snowboarding it was finally declared an Olympic event, to the delight of the fans. The not-
so-new sport of snowboarding was finally recognized and meant a huge victory for serious
snowboarders worldwide. From the first crudely built snowboards to advanced and
specialized models currently available, snowboarders have taken a picture of 'bad boy'. This
rebel reputation is still common today, despite the fact that snowboarding appeals to men,
women and children of all nationalities and social groups. In most ski resorts you can be
found snowboarding equipment, information and lessons.Events of Olympic and world wide
snowboarding are among the most popular winter sports and the competition to be the best
is fierce. Snowboarders have participated in the X Games and even charity events such as
boarding for breast cancer. From early meager beginnings snowboarding has progressed
into a fully recognized sport, and a large number of people are turning to snowboard for
adventure, fun and professional recognition. Although not preactica in mexico we can follow
on ESPN all winter.