I generally love colorful books, especially when it comes to instructional guides on learning how to do certain sports. Give me pictures that back up the text! What makes Lowell Hart’s book stand out visually is its simplicity in choice of colors and space. Text is black on white only (no fancy background behind the letters) with very well placed photographs, illustrations, and sequenced shots. It is the relation between text, color, and space that really helps focus the reader on either on the words or graphics, making it a clear and easy read. I also enjoyed Hart’s uncomplicated and to-the-point writing style. Here everything is covered from boarding history (just learned that the first snowboard was called a Snurfer) to riding all conditions and styles, yet not leaving out the tips on tuning. A very good book.
