Top 5 Most Missed Snowboard Brands Snowboarding started to take flight in the late 70s and early 80s, and part of the reason for the meteoric rise of snowboarding was the creativity and rebellious attitude of pioneers of the sport. The early eye-catching boards (and mono-skis) allowed riders to show off their wild and funky side while doing something new and innovative. 50-odd years ago, when […] Jack Bynum | October 11, 2025 0 Comments
Top 5 Most Longed-For Extinct Ski Brands According to SnowBrains Readers We all remember our first pair of skis, no matter how many years ago we got them. Whether they were brand new, hand-me-downs, or some classic rentals, these early skis played a role in our love for the sport and community. Many new brands were starting, and a pair of skis was more than just a tool to get turns […] Jack Bynum | July 2, 2025 8 Comments
A Blast From the Past: Kemper Snowboards are Making a Comeback Kemper snowboards were a major contributing factor to the revolution of snowboarding back in the late 80s and early 90s alongside Burton and SIMS. Unfortunately, Kemper Snowboards discontinued production in 1994 after being sold to an in-line skate company and has been coasting under the radar until recently. Jib Hunt, former professional snowboarder and graphic designer for Burton, acquired the […] Industry News Ryan Nadiak | November 14, 2019 0 Comments
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