in the world of skiing and snowboarding. They use the same stopping method of edging by turning and facing the bottom of the board or skis upward. Another in stopping for skiers is a snowplow and cannot be done on a board. Skiers and snowboarders use the same lifts to get up the mountain using carving techniques. Carving is directing you back and forth across the slope using the side of your board or skis. Skiers use their poles to help push them push up a slower path, where boarder have to take out their back foot to move across the snow. Overall the two groups are very different yet they share the same mountain.Skiers and snowboarders have had quite a rivalry over the years. Throughout that time the two groups have learned to work together on their differences and learn from them. It is human nature to not like something that is different. Most mountain resorts have conformed to the boarders demands of parks where jumps are allowed and their music heard. Ski resorts and boarders have tried to weaken the battle, but the conflict continues....
