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You go up the ramp forwards, flip backwards head over heels above the…

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The lowdown

You go up the ramp forwards, flip backwards head over heels above the coping and land on the wall riding down backwards.

How to learn it

  1. Pump

    Pump for your biggest, steadiest air to fakie.

  2. Lift

    Leave the coping and let your feet rise.

  3. Head back

    Tilt your head back to start the flip.

    CueLook back
  4. Tuck

    Pull your knees to your chest as you come round.

  5. Land

    Spot the wall and land riding down backwards.

Why it isn't working

  1. IfNot enough height.
    ThenOnly try it once your airs to fakie go well clear of the coping.
  2. IfHead not leading the flip.
    ThenTilt your head back as you leave; your body follows your head.
  3. IfOpening up too late.
    ThenPull your knees in as your skates come round to spot the wall.
  4. IfBailing flat onto your back.
    ThenIf it goes wrong, turn onto your knees and slide down the wall on your pads.
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One of 12 Air tricks at Pro on inline. All pro inline tricks

Why it's Pro: Pro because you go fully upside down above the coping, and a short rotation lands you on your back. Vert riders call it one of the simpler flips.

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