Why Sharpen Snowboard Edges?

A properly sharpened edge will take off some of your fingernail when scraped against it. A smooth sharp edge will increase the overall carving performance of a snowboard as well as edge hold on hard packed snow and icy conditions. Sharpening the edges helps to keep your board in top shape and give you a smoother ride.

How often should I sharpen my snowboard edges?

As a general rule, you should look to get it sharpened once a year, unless you are an avid snowboarder (in which case you may want it sharpened more often). Normally new snowboards come pre-sharpened so that shouldn't be a problem for new buyers – which is one less worry from your mind!

What does edging a snowboard do?

EDGE DETUNING

Detuning the edges of your snowboard at the tip and tail can lessen your chances of catching an edge by dulling the most likely problem spots; plus, it's not at all difficult to do yourself.