How to Drop in on a Skateboard Ramp

Getting started on skating a ramp requires accurate positioning of the board and lots of falls.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Skate Rails
• Skateboard Decks
• Skateboard Helmets
• Skateboard Pads
• Skateboard Parts
• Skateboard Trucks
• Skateboard Wheels
• Skateboarding Shoes
• Skateboards

1. Learn to roll up and down on a ramp to get the feeling of going down a curved object.

2. 

   Place the tail of the board on the coping of the ramp so the rear wheels are inside the ramp and only the tail is on the deck.

3. Have your back foot on the tail in riding position.

4. 

   Step onto the board with your front foot without transferring your weight onto the front of the board yet. Place it in normal riding position as well. You will feel like you are on a diving board at this point.

5. Transfer your weight onto the front of the board so you are equally balanced on both ends of the board.

6. 

   Lean in and push with your front foot so the board drops down and all four wheels are on the surface of the ramp. Do this quickly, but without slamming the front of the board down.

7. Roll with the curve of the ramp, and keep your body centered over the board. Do not lean forward or back, or you will fall whichever way you're leaning.

8. Stand up when you have made it to the flat of the transition.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't be afraid to fall when you're learning this, because you are bound to end up on the ground a number of times until you get the feeling. Think smooth.
• Skateboarding is an inherently dangerous activity that can result in serious injury or death. We recommend that you seek proper training and equipment before attempting this activity.

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[mobie]

on 5/22/2007 munkii.com show you exactly how to do it. worth a look

[skatedude]

on 2/17/2007 here's an easy way to learn to drop in. put your back wheels on the copeing and your tail on the platform on top. put your back foot square on the tail and your front one on the hardware closer to the nose. your toes and heels should be slightly off of the edge. now, the fun part. stretch your front arm down and bend down just enough to touch your toes. hold that pose and bring your arm back in a comfortable spot. it shouldn't be as scary now. now lean foward very hard. when you start to roll on the bottom of the ramp, stand up straight. i only slid my tail down a mini ramp once. even then, i still kept going. hope it works the same for you. later

on 8/30/2006 The longer you wait, the more scared you'll be. Just remember, lean forward with your front foot on the bolts. If you have pads, you won't get hurt at all.

on 7/28/2006 If you're going to fall, fall forward not back. I personally fell back on the board and my right food stuck to the ramp and I broke my leg. It is very painful for someone just learning to skateboard. I suggest you ride and get used to the ramp before dropping in.

on 6/30/2006 When you are standing on the top of the half pipe ready to drop in, touch the front tail of your board with your front hand. This is how far your knees should be bent and how far forward your weight should be on the board when you drop in. This will keep you from falling backwards when you drop in.