Prototype Notice: Snow Magic is currently in prototype phase. Always follow resort policies and safety guidelines.
Experience the Magic of Winter Sitting Down
Glide through powder with grace and confidence. Snow Magic transforms winter sports into an accessible adventure.
A revolutionary recumbent snowboard that lets you sit, steer, and carve—designed for seniors, adaptive riders, and anyone seeking a safer path to the slopes.
The Problem
Most ski & snowboard injuries are falls or loss of control—especially for beginners and older riders. Standing side-on with no forward protection can feel risky.
The Solution
Snow Magic lowers the center of gravity, places feet forward as a bumper, and uses a hand brake/control stick with tiger-paw snow brakes to slow and stop while moving forward in predictable, graceful turns.
Lower Center of Gravity
Reduced fall risk and impact severity
Intuitive Steering
Hand controls instead of complex body movements
Comfortable Seating
Wing-style seat for stability and support
Traditional Stand-Up vs Snow Magic
See how Snow Magic compares to traditional skiing and snowboarding
How It Works
Snow Magic combines the stability of recumbent design with intuitive controls for a safer, more accessible snowboarding experience.
1. Sit & Balance
Sit on the wing seat at the aft end, hands on side holds; feet rest in forward foot supports.
2. Steer by Weight + Stick
Gently transfer weight; the parabolic board carves smooth "swan-type" turns. The control stick assists steering and braking.
3. Brake & Stop
Squeeze the handle to actuate tiger-paw snow brakes underneath—slow or stop while going forward.
4. Chairlift Friendly
Rider sits on the chair with the board on the lap for loading; lifts provide a brief pause for easy unload. (Subject to resort policy and operator assistance.)
Why It's Exceptional
Safety and inclusivity designed into every aspect of the Snow Magic experience.
Safer by Design
Safer by design than standard skis/snowboards and even the chairlift experience for beginners.
Superior Control
Stops while moving forward — superior control, fewer abrupt movements, more predictable handling.
Fast to Learn
15 minutes of basics + 3 bunny-slope runs → ready for an intermediate run.
For Everyone
Seniors, adaptive riders, or anyone "not athletically inclined" who still wants the mountain joy.
Safety Differentiators
- Low center of gravity—much harder to topple.
- Feet forward act like a bumper; typical skiers/boarders have no forward protection.
- Forward-only movement—no twisting/rotary motions.
- Smooth "swan" turns, not sharp jerks—predictable steering via weight transfer + stick.
- No poles flailing around; 5 contact points (2 feet, 2 hands, seat).
- Simple to operate—difficulty comparable to a child's tricycle.
- Speed envelope—similar to water-ski comfort range; aligned with normal mountain traffic speeds.
- (Always follow resort rules and safe-speed etiquette.)
Specs & Diagram
Engineered for safety, comfort, and performance on the slopes.
Platform
Standard parabolic snowboard
Key Components
- Wing seat with hand holds
- Hand brake & control stick
- Tiger-paw under-board brakes
- Foot supports
- Longitudinal stabilizers
- Safety-line eye hooks
Approximate Dimensions
- Board: ~5'-1" length
- Seat: ~2'-2" wide, ~1' deep
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Snow Magic.
Meet the Inventor
Jack J. Goehring III
Snow Magic was created by Jack J. Goehring III to make snow sports safer and more inclusive—prioritizing predictable handling, low center of gravity, and true braking.
Pre-Order Interest & Contact
Join our pilot program or express your interest in Snow Magic. We'd love to hear from you!