Alley-Oop Soul

A soul grind you turn into the opposite way to normal, so you slide along the ledge travelling backwards. You can see the ledge the whole time you turn, which is why it is usually the first spin into a grind.

1. Approach

   Roll at a low ledge almost straight on, with steady speed.

   CueStraight in

2. Turn

   Hop and turn so your back leads along the ledge.

   CueBack first

3. Watch

   Keep the ledge in sight over your shoulder.

   CueEyes on it

4. Lock

   Set the soul foot on top and grind backwards.

   CueChest over

5. Exit

   Hop off and land rolling forwards or fakie.

   CueRide away

1. IfApproaching parallel to the ledge.
   ThenCome in more straight on, so the turn sets you square on it.
2. IfLosing sight of the ledge.
   ThenLook over the shoulder that keeps the ledge in view as you turn.
3. IfLeaning away from the ledge.
   ThenKeep your upper body over the ledge so you do not slip off backwards.
4. IfUnder turning the spin.
   ThenTurn far enough that your back points along the ledge.