Should You Ride a Directional or Twin Snowboard? Ready to commit to a snowboard? Great! You’re taking the first step to having the gear you need to make the best of any conditions the mountains can throw at you. The question is, should you ride a directional or twin snowboard? Are you wondering what the […] Click to Read This Article
There’s something to be said for getting the most use out of the things you own. In fact, some people live by the rule “Don’t buy new when used will do.” As for whether or not you can keep using an old snowboard, there are some pros and cons to consider when you make this […] Click to Read This Article
Generally, skiing is a bit harder on the legs than snowboarding, although there are other factors to consider when determining which one is harder on the body overall. Below, the snow sports experts at ASO Mammoth—the premier place for gear, equipment repair, and ski and snowboard rental in Mammoth—do a comparison to give you a […] Click to Read This Article
Halfpipe is an exciting and thrilling way to enjoy snowboarding. It’s a professional-level activity that will be front and center at the next Winter Olympic Games. Even if you don’t have Olympic aspirations, there are some ways you can successfully train for halfpipe snowboarding. Keep reading for some tips and techniques to consider, offered by […] Click to Read This Article
Snowboarding isn’t just snowboarding, at least when it comes to styles and preferences. In fact, there are at least 25 official types of snowboarding styles. If you’re fairly new to this particular wintertime activity, you’ve probably heard about freeriding and freestyle snowboarding. Below, the snow sports experts from ASO Mammoth, your one-stop shop for gear, […] Click to Read This Article
When it comes to snowboarding, one of the more common goals is to make the perfect jump. It’s a great way to feel good about what you’ve accomplished while visiting popular destinations like Mammoth Mountain. If making a perfect snowboard jump is a goal you hope to achieve, keep reading for tips on how you […] Click to Read This Article
It would be nice if you could just use any old boots for snowboarding and call it a day. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. You need boots specifically designed for this particular winter activity. Below are some tips on finding the right boots to have a safe and fun time snowboarding during the upcoming winter […] Click to Read This Article
Mammoth Mountain’s Ski Season Has Been Extended to June 5th! The team at ASO Mammoth will be the first to tell you that Mammoth Mountain is one of the best places to ski and snowboard in the entire country. Now that Mammoth Mountain has extended its season into June, we’re sure that everyone will agree […] Click to Read This Article
What’s Happening in Mammoth Lakes this May Mammoth Lakes is home to infinite options for outdoor activities, but if you’ve followed ASO Mammoth at all then you know that despite how much there is to do outside here, we love our community just as much as the mountains that surround it. The amount of activities […] Click to Read This Article
Heading to the Terrain Park at the End of the Ski Season? Here’s What You Need to Know. When spring weather brings slush snow and low coverage, the terrain park is the place to be at Mammoth Mountain or any mountain for that matter. However, when everyone heads to the terrain park it means packed […] Click to Read This Article