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Sandboarding in Oregon
Sandboarding is the latest and coolest sport on the Oregon Coast.
Sandboarding is very similar to snowboarding. The main difference, as you
would expect, is that you board on sand instead of snow. Simply explained,
you stand on wooden board and slide down a sand hill.
The sandboard sport is popular for many reasons. It's inexpensive. You
just need a board and can go to one of the free open-access sand dunes along
the Oregon Coast. There's no need to buy lift tickets, expensive snow gear,
surf gear, etc. It is also not season dependent. As long the sand is dry,
you can enjoy your sport. Furthermore, it is not as dangerous as other
"board sports" as the sand is a nice cushion for your many falls, but do
watch out for rocks and sticks in the sand. Sandboarding is a popular sport
among snowboarders who cannot wait until winter to board.
The Egyptians claim the Pharaohs were sliding down the sand dunes thousands
of years ago, and countries from all continents claim to be the first to
enjoy the sandboarding sport. However, Sandmaster Park right here in
Florence on the Oregon Coast is the world's first sandboard park. Opened in
2000, Sand Master Park is a 40-acre sand dune park dedicated to the sport of
sandboarding. Sand Master Park has portable jumps and kicker, rails, boxes
and all kinds of options to make your sandboarding experience great.
Sandmaster Park is located at 87542 Hwy 101 Florence, OR 97439 and can be
reached at (541) 997-6006.
PS. Are you thinking about buying a sandboard? Check out this
Sandboard for sale
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