snowboard

thumb|A snowboard with strap-in bindings (duck stance) and stomp pad thumb|A snowboarder riding powder

A snowboard is a specially designed board used for the winter activity snowboarding, where the rider places both feet on a single board, typically secured with bindings. Unlike skis, which are used in pairs, a snowboard is a single, wider piece of equipment that allows the user to glide smoothly over snow-covered surfaces. The width and shape of the board provide stability and control, enabling riders to perform various maneuvers, turns, and tricks on different types of terrain, including groomed slopes, powder, and terrain parks. Snowboards widths are between 6 and 12 inches or 15 to 30 centimeters. Snowboards are differentiated from monoskis by the stance of the user. In monoskiing, the user stands with feet inline with direction of travel (facing tip of monoski/downhill) (parallel to long axis of board), whereas in snowboarding, users stand with feet transverse (more or less) to the longitude of the board. Users of such equipment may be referred to as snowboarders. Commercial snowboards generally require extra equipment, such as bindings and special boots which help secure both feet of a snowboarder, who generally ride in an upright position. These types of boards are commonly used by people at ski hills, mountains, backcountry, or resorts for leisure, entertainment, and competitive purposes.