Backcountry Snowboard Brake

All across the world thousands of people flock to ski resorts during the winter months to take part in the many activities available. Through their participation there are inherent risks that are often overlooked and could lead to severe injury.

One of these risks is runaway snowboards. In a perfect world snowboards are tethered to riders through the use of a leash that is strapped around their leg. The problem occurs when the rider exits their bindings for one reason or another and removes the leash.

Now their unattended board can be knocked into motion accidentally by another patron of the mountain and has the potential to become a projectile heading down the mountain with sufficient momentum to cause injury or property damage.

The Backcountry Snowboard Brake has been developed with close consultation with International Ski Patrollers and Pro Snowboarders to provide board security and safety for all mountain users and staff.

The primary function of the Backcountry Snowboard Brake is to slow and eventually stop runaway snowboard in all conditions and reduce the risk of injury to fellow mountain users.