How to Do a Back Flip on Skis
One of the most difficult and impressive tricks on alpine or telemark skis is the back flip.
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Instructions
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Find a ramp-type jump that will shoot you slightly less than vertical into the air.
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Approach the jump with speed.
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Tilt your head back so that you are looking skyward the moment you take off.
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Keep your head tilted back and kick your feet and skis upward so that they end up above your head.
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Tuck your knees to your chest in midair to rotate faster.
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Look for the ground as you rotate so that you can anticipate when you are going to land.
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Land the back flip standing tall, and then absorb the impact of the landing by bending at the knees and ankles.
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Tips & Warnings
Practice back flips on a trampoline or diving board first to get a feel for the motion.
Try the back flip without the clutter of poles the first few times.
Skiing is a physically demanding sport that could result in serious injury. We recommend that you seek proper training and equipment before attempting this activity.
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Comments
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Nov 22, 2005
The first time I tried to do a back flip, I just threw my head back and landed on my neck. If you jump off the jump like a trampoline and then do it, you can get all the way around. It feels just like doing it on a trampoline. My second try, I landed it! -
Nov 22, 2005
The first time I tried to do a back flip, I just threw my head back and landed on my neck. If you jump off the jump like a trampoline and then do it, you can get all the way around. It feels just like doing it on a trampoline. My second try, I landed it!
