Objective:
Design an app that supports beginner snowboarders by simplifying access to instruction, gear, and mountain navigation, making the sport more approachable and enjoyable.
Design an app that supports beginner snowboarders by simplifying access to instruction, gear, and mountain navigation, making the sport more approachable and enjoyable.
Context:
Most snowboarding apps focus on advanced users, offering metrics and trail maps but lacking beginner-friendly features. New riders often struggle with finding instructors, understanding mountain layouts, and securing rental gear—all of which create barriers to entry and slow down the learning curve.
Most snowboarding apps focus on advanced users, offering metrics and trail maps but lacking beginner-friendly features. New riders often struggle with finding instructors, understanding mountain layouts, and securing rental gear—all of which create barriers to entry and slow down the learning curve.
Design Goals:
Connect users with nearby instructors for personalized guidance
Offer a simple, intuitive interface tailored to first-time snowboarders
Integrate gear rental services for easy equipment access
Provide helpful tips, navigation, and beginner trail info
Build confidence and community among new riders
Outcome:
SnoGo is a supportive, all-in-one app designed to guide beginner snowboarders through their first rides—offering instruction, gear access, and helpful tools to ease the learning journey on the mountain.
SnoGo is a supportive, all-in-one app designed to guide beginner snowboarders through their first rides—offering instruction, gear access, and helpful tools to ease the learning journey on the mountain.
