Is it dangerous to have a cell phone while snowboarding?

Question

I'd think it's helpful so that you can call for help if you're lost or stuck or whatever. like, i always carry mine.

but i'm going to snowboarding camp with my school next week and they told us that the swiss snowboarding/skiing school said it was dangerous to have a cell phone with you while on the slopes, and i really don't get it and nobody does, none of my friends, and i've been to swiss ski school before and my phone rang and they were just like, yeah, go ahead and answer it.

and i asked the teachers who gave us the message but i have this habit of not listening to somebody when they answer a question (but that's only when they're talking).

i know we're not allowed cells at camp, which ok, i don't like but i can understand that they're a school and all that stuff. like, school rules apply, you know?

i just really don't get the bit about the slopes and why it's dangerous...

Answer 1

Well unless they're worried about loud ring tones causing an avalanche (how outrageous!) then I think it would be a mistake NOT to have a cell phone (or gps at least) while doing something potentially dangerous.

Answer 2

well i would bring it for emergency like break a leg  or somthing

Answer 3

It might be dangerous for your cell phone... But I think you should have one with you, turned off. You shouldn't answer it while snowboarding.

Answer 4

well in my opinion i don't think its dangerous to have a cell with you, also i keep my cell in my pocket and the only time it get wet a little bit is when i take it out of my pocket and its snowing or something.al so  where i snowboard i actully get reception,and if you want to keep your cell with you then go ahead.

Answer 5

Not nearly as dangerous as trying to use a chainsaw while snowboarding!

Answer 6

Your cell could get wet, so that could be a problem, and if you are on a difficult part of the hill and the phone rings it could distract you, and you could get hurt. But it can be useful, I don't think that it is overly dangerous

Answer 7

i dont snowboard but i think it is dangourus but if you feel more safe with your cell-phone than bring it snowboarding

Answer 8

itd only be dangerous if your dumb enough to answer while your going down the mountain.... they sjut dont like cell phones

Answer 9

Yep, you might break it or loose it. Or get it wet.

Answer 10

No Not at all! unless you crash and smash it!

Answer 11

It is so dangerous! I am a skier, and I know what I'm talking about when I say snowboarders are dangerous (not to offend anyone). You guys are out-of-control enough without talking on the slopes. Having a cell phone is good, but if you're going to talk to someone or text, then do it in the lodge or on the chair lift. And also, on most mountains you might not get reception.