You you decided it is time to start learning some new cool snowboarding tricks right? That's a great idea. You can impress your friends and the girls on the slopes, show off what you got and maybe even form a personal fan club. Alright, maybe you wont gain a fan club, but at least you will look hot out there.

Before you go out there and actually start attempting anything that can be potentially dangerous, do your research and spend some time with more experienced boarders. However, there are some serious Don'ts that you should learn about as well. Here are some of the most important.

Do Not:

Buy boots that are too small for you. When you put your boots on they should be nice and comfortable. Too many of us are under the assumption that it is fine if they hurt a some because you will break them in. No. Always purchase boots that fit snugly without feeling like they're too tight.

Buy a long board to learn with. Always start out with a cheap board so that you can mess it up without too much fuss.I mean, you are just starting so there is no need to go for the best just yet. Getting a long board or anything that costs too much is really not a good choice.

Be embarrassed if you fall. Big deal. Have you realized how many times pro snowboarders like Sean White has taken a tumble or two? Tons. Everyone does and it's all a part of learning.

Start doing advanced snowboarding tricks too early. Start out slow. The big ones will come later.

Practice all by yourself. Always make sure to have some friends go along with you when you are working on your tricks just in case you get hurt and need some help. It has happened to many people in the past and it will in the future. At least have one other person with you.

Alright, well that was enough for today. Now you can go out there and start practicing those sweet snowboarding tricks!