Explore the physics of sandboarding / sand surfing. Understand how force, gravity, friction, acceleration, velocity, and momentum shape this thrilling sport
Everything you need to know about the extreme boardsport of sandboarding – snowboarding on sand dunes.
There are quite a few sand dunes around lake Michigan, and those in the southwest area are especially suited for sandboarding. The slopes near Silver Lake are one of the most scenic areas in the US where sand surfing can be practiced, while the Warren Dunes State Park offers great dune sledging thrills around Lake … Read more
Israel is an emerging destination for sandboarding, with the Negev Desert offering soft sand dunes that are perfect for beginners and experienced sandboarders alike. Sandboarding is a safe and fun activity for all ages, and there are many companies that offer rentals and lessons.
A sandboard is a special board used to sled down sand dunes in a way similar to snowboarding. A typical sand board is constructed based on different layers stacked on top of each other. The construction of sandboarding equipment is very similar to that of snowboards, but the materials used are different and the base … Read more
Bindings and foot straps are an essential connection point between you and your sandboard. Tightly strapping your feet to the board while sledding down a dune ensures that you have enough control and stability to stand up effectively “surfing” on sand. As part of the Amazon Associate and eBay Partner Programme, we earn from qualifying … Read more
There are a range of common household items that you can use as an alternative to commercial sandboard wax. Making your own homemade wax is not too difficult and comes with a range of benefits: first of all, it gives you control over which ingredients to use and which to avoid. Many people opt to … Read more
There are not a lot of waxes specifically made for sandboards out there, and people often rely on hot-weather surfboard wax instead. The most ideal type of wax that you are going to need depends on the materials of your board, most commercial all-purpose waxes are paraffin based. We recommend trying out different waxes and … Read more