Freestyle snowboarding involves performing tricks such as 50/50 grinds, rock-n-roll grinds and five-o grinds on grind rails, says ABC-of-Snowboarding.com. If you enjoy freestyle riding but don't have access to a resort terrain park, you can build a grind rail for a snowboard. Ride the rail in your backyard or bring it to new locations. This basic, portable design uses wood planks for the rail, legs and feet and measures 3 ft. high and 10 ft. long.
How To Build a Grind Rail For a Snowboard
Step 1
Saw the 4 in. x 4 in. x 16 ft. wood plank into a 10 ft. length for the rail and two 3 ft. lengths for the legs. Use a circular saw and wear your safety glasses.
Step 2
Cut the 4 in. x 4 in. x 6 ft. wood plank into four planks, each 1.5 ft. long. Use these planks for the feet.
Step 3
Measure 1.5 ft. from each end of the rail. Mark these two positions for the legs on the underside of the rail.
Step 4
Join the legs to the underside of the rail. Use a power screwdriver and straight, metal brackets to attach the legs.
Step 5
Stand the rail on its legs and join the feet. Attach two 1.5 ft planks to each leg using metal, 45-degree angle brackets. Point the feet laterally from the rail.
Step 6
Find a snow-covered slope to place the grind rail. For stability, pack the legs and feet into the snow.
Tips and Warnings
- Paint the grind rail to protect it from snow and ice.
- Wear wrist guards and a helmet when riding the grind rail. Wrist, head and face injuries are are the most common snowboarding injuries, reports Ski-Injury.com.
Things You'll Need
- 4 in. x 4 in. x 16 ft. wood plank
- 4 in. x 4 in. x 6 ft. wood plank
- Circular saw
- Tape measure
- 3 in. wood screws
- 4 metal, straight brackets
- 4 metal, 45 degree angle brackets
- Power screwdriver
- Safety glasses
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