How to Apply a Stomp Pad to a Snowboard

A stomp pad is a convenient piece of snowboard technology to have installed on your snowboard. When getting off a chairlift, a snowboarder typically has only the front foot in the binding. The stomp pad provides stability and grip for the rear foot, to make controlling the snowboard with only one foot in a binding easier. The stomp pad is typically installed just in front of the back binding. It has a rough surface to provide grip to the back foot.

Things You'll Need

  • Stomp pad
  • Snowboard
  • Dish soap
  • Water
  • Rag
  • Snowboard boots
  • Blow dryer
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Instructions

    • 1

      Clean the snowboard surface thoroughly, especially where the stomp pad will be installed. Warm water with dish soap will do the job. Make sure the area where the stomp pad will be is completely clean and dry before continuing.

    • 2

      Place the snowboard on the ground and stand with both feet in the bindings, with your snowboard boots on. Take your rear foot out and place it where it feels most natural. Note the spot. This is where your stomp pad will go.

    • 3

      Remove the protective layer from the adhesive side of the stomp pad. Lay the stomp pad down, adhesive side up, and begin heating it with the blow dryer. Also heat the place where the stomp pad will be installed. When both are warm, lay the stomp pad on the spot and press down firmly. Make sure the stomp pad is laying flat, without any bumps or ridges.

    • 4

      Leave the stomp pad to fully dry for several days before you use it.