Jason, an experienced snowboarder, purchased a new snowboard from Hot Sports, Inc., a sporting goods store. Fast Boards Co manufactured the snowboard. Jason went to Hills Resort to try out his new snowboard. After 3 runs on the slopes, Jason's snowboard suddenly split apart causing him to fall and break a leg.

If Jason sues, on what legal basis could he possibly recover damages for his injuries and from whom? What legal theories would Jason claim & based upon the facts, analyze if he could prevail.