Yes. The board is made to be stiff, yet flexible. When a new board arrives, you can jump on it like a trampoline. When the board wears out, we call it ...

No. While some riders buy a pre-built setup, some riders purchase parts and assemble it at home. We don't make the parts, we purchase them from a board/parts manufacturer.

Basic boards (full setup) start around $200. Intermediate boards run $200-$400. Pro boards are $500+. Used boards go for $50+. (U.S Dollars)

Basic Setup: Helmet, Gloves, Wrist Guards, Elbow Pads, Knee Pads. Extras: Butt Pads, Ankle Braces, Shin Guards, Shoulder Guards, Full Face Helmets, Sunglasses, Goggles (for muddy races).

You can find them online or at a local mall. Check our links page for manufacturers and shops.

On all terrain, except sand, snow and water!

A collective of Pro Mountainboarders that recruit and train amateur riders.

Anyone can be a DirtStar! All you have to do is love to ride a mountainb oard, uphold our ideals and represent the DSA.

There is no governing body or consistent series of competitions. DirtStar Army is focused on pushing mounatainboarding to that level.

With a little effort, it's easy to kick the board away from your feet when bailing.

All of the Men's Pro Team can backflip!

There are, on average, 3 mountainboard competitions in the U.S annually and a year-round circuit available in Europe.

Always check your local grass hill or park. If you would like more information, contact your local mountainboard retailer to see if they have a DirtStar supported Learn To Ride program. ...

It was created in 1993 by snowboarders looking for a way to crosstrain in the summer months.

Get on networking sites and post videos and photos - we'll find you!

It's only dangerous if you exceed your comfort zone and skill level.

If you can walk, run and somersault, you can ride!

The sport is still in it's infancy. With proper exposure and marketing, more riders will be aware. As Pros retire and move into coaching roles, more highly skilled young riders will ...

There aren't enough high profile competitions to support media coverage.

In Europe and Japan, yes. In America, no.