About chris

For over fifteen years snowboarding and skateboarding have been a large part of my life. I'm now an owner over at Windward Boardshop and get to celebrate the sports I grew up loving every day. Including my new favorite summertime sport, Stand up Paddle.

Understanding Snowboard Outerwear

2017-05-02T13:15:59-05:00

Explore some of the down and dirty details built into your snowboard outerwear to keep you warm and dry on the mountain.

Understanding Snowboard Outerwear2017-05-02T13:15:59-05:00

Best All Mountain Snowboards 2014 – Mens

2016-11-21T17:13:42-06:00

Like to rip it up all over the mountian? You need to look at our top 5 picks of the best all mountain snowboards 2014.

Best All Mountain Snowboards 2014 – Mens2016-11-21T17:13:42-06:00

Stand Up Paddle Regatta for Blood Cancer

2014-07-03T18:31:58-05:00

Join Windward Boardshop at Columbia Yacht Club for the Stand Up Against Blood Cancers Stand Up Paddle Regatta on Sunday July 28th.

Stand Up Paddle Regatta for Blood Cancer2014-07-03T18:31:58-05:00

SIA Snow Show 2013 Recap

2013-02-10T21:27:39-06:00

Take a look at exlucsive pics from the SIA Snow Show 2013 to see a preview of next years gear.

SIA Snow Show 2013 Recap2013-02-10T21:27:39-06:00

Where to Stand Up Paddle Board in Chicago

2012-12-03T12:31:46-06:00

Where to stand up paddle board in Chicago is becoming a more common question these days. Lets break down some of the tops spots.

Where to Stand Up Paddle Board in Chicago2012-12-03T12:31:46-06:00

What to Bring on a Snowboarding Trip

2012-11-29T19:10:42-06:00

We explore everything you need to know when it comes to what to bring on a snowboarding trip from the basics to things you might not even have thought of.

What to Bring on a Snowboarding Trip2012-11-29T19:10:42-06:00

Understanding Snowboard Base Layers

2017-05-02T13:16:00-05:00

Keeping your core warm on the mountian is key to a fun day. Learn about the tech to look for in your base layer to maximize warmth in any condition.

Understanding Snowboard Base Layers2017-05-02T13:16:00-05:00