Snowboarding is a sport that requires skill and athleticism.

The snowboarders on this list are some of the best in the world, and they're all household names. They've won X Games medals, competed in Olympics events, and even starred in movies.

These 8 famous snowboarders have made their mark on history with their talent and dedication to the sport we love so much.

If you want to learn more about these incredible athletes or get inspired by their stories, then keep reading!

You'll find out what makes them tick as well as how they got started in the first place - it's not always easy but it's worth it when you see your name up there on a podium!

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1. Shaun White

Shaun White is a household name. In fact, he's one of the most recognizable faces on the planet right now...so much so that even those who don't know snowboarding recognize him as "that guy from those snowboard videos."

What most people don't know about him is that he had a rough time at first - he really didn't get serious about the sport until he was 14 years old.

In fact, he used to skateboard but switched because his mom wouldn't let him ride a skateboard without kneepads and a helmet.

White has won X Games medals ever since 2002 and is a three-time Olympic medalist, meaning he's been riding for over 16 years.

He's gained a massive fan following throughout his career, and this fame has also led him to television deals, including hosting the reality tv show "The Crash Reel" in 2013.

You may have seen White in some of his other Hollywood ventures - he got into acting with a role in the snowboarding/skateboarding film "Pretty Sweet."

Fun fact: He has a signature line of boards with Burton so you can show your support for him while hitting the slopes.

2. Travis Rice

Travis Rice is one of the most respected riders out there, so much so that people get tattoos of his name.

He's been snowboarding since he was 14 years old, and it quickly became his passion. He won countless X Games medals over the years but had to take a break from the competition so he could focus on making movies.

Rice is well-known for being behind many successful snowboard films including "The Art of Flight" and "That's It, That's All."

Rice has three signature boards with Lib Tech and they're a bestseller. With his talent and dedication to the sport, there's no telling how far Rice will go in life - we'll definitely be waiting for that next video he creates!

3. Gretchen Bleiler

Gretchen Bleiler has been snowboarding for over 20 years now, and it's easy to see why she's credited as one of the leading women in the sport.

She started competing at just 13 years old and has won countless medals throughout her career. She took some time off but came back with a drive to win.

When Bleiler was at the top of her game, she broke a lot of records - for instance, she was the first woman to land a 900 on a snowboard.

She has won X Games medals and also competed in the Olympics twice - once in 2010 and again in 2014.

She's sponsored by Monster Energy so you can find her attached to that brand in all her videos. You can also check out her site - she has some tips for athletes to help them grow!

4. Danny Kass

Danny Kass is a snowboarder who has made history with his record-setting feats. Kass began riding at just 6 years old and quickly became one of the top riders out there.

He has a huge following with fans who will stop at nothing to show their support - he even gives out autographed snowboards to those who send him pictures of themselves riding.

In 2009, Kass grabbed the gold medal for halfpipe skiing in the X Games, and also won silver medals in 2010, 2012, and 2014.

He appeared in the "Art of Flight" and really took his game to another level - he's also one of White's closest friends.

Needless to say, Kass is beloved by many around the world!

5. Anna Gasser

Anna Gasser got started snowboarding when she was 13 years old, after seeing her older brother ride the slopes.

She quickly became well-known for her stunning tricks and won countless medals in competitions all over Europe. She also landed a spot on the Austrian national team, which is pretty impressive considering she's only 5'0".

Gasser has broken numerous snowboarding records - she was the first woman to land a switch-stance backside rodeo 1260.

She has also appeared in many snowboarding films including "The Way I See It" and "That's It, That's All."

Gasser is sponsored by Nitro Snowboards, so you can follow her tips to get great at your favorite sport!

6. Mark McMorris

Mark McMorris has been riding since he was just 8 years old and quickly rose to the top of the ranks.

McMorris is well-known for his skills in big air competitions - he's taken home numerous X Games medals for this category, like one gold medal in 2013 and another in 2011. He also has a gold medal from the Winter X Games, which he received in 2012.

In 2014, McMorris won bronze at an event hosted at Sochi - this was just his second time competing on the world stage. In 2016, McMorris took home a gold medal from Slopestyle and silver from Big Air.

McMorris is sponsored by the Burton snowboarding company.

7. Chloe Kim

Chloe Kim is another one of today's rising stars in the sport of snowboarding - she started at just 9 years old!

Kim takes first place regularly on all sorts of halfpipe and slope conditions, including 2013's FIS World Cup series for Slopestyle.

Her many awards include the 2013 USASA National Championship for Slopestyle, and she is currently listed as one of the top ten snowboarders under the age of 18.

Kim has been featured in magazines including "Score" and "Transworld Snowboarding," and also has a sponsorship with Oakley Sunglasses.

8. Lindsey Jacobellis

Lindsey Jacobellis is a professional snowboarder who has been competing since 2003 when she was just 15 years old.

Jacobellis won the gold medal in Snowboard Cross at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy - but her history hasn't all been smooth-sailing.

Jacobellis has been to the Olympics three times, and she's earned silver medals twice.

In 2006, Jacobellis was leading with just a few seconds left in Snowboard Cross but made an unforced error and went over a jump wrong - this opened the door for Tanja Frieden of Switzerland who took home gold instead!

In 2010, Jacobellis was in first place after the qualifying rounds of Snowboard Cross - but she got over-confident and attempted a jump that went wrong.

She caught an edge that sent her flying through the air, landing on her back and knocking out her chance to make it to the finals.

Jacobellis currently has multiple endorsements, including one with Motorola's Moto X phone.

Conclusion

Looking at all these 8 famous snowboarders, it is easy to see why this sport has such a huge following! Who do you think is the best snowboarder of them all?

You may not know this, but snowboarding is one of the fastest-growing sports in America. It's no surprise that many young people are getting into it and we're seeing more and more pro-snowboarders emerge each year

I hope you enjoyed our list of 8 famous snowboarders that have helped shape the sport we all love. You should know about them because they represent a diverse range of cultural backgrounds and styles.