Things You'll Need:
- Snowboard (with bindings and boots)
- Snow
- Protective gear (helmet, pads and goggles)
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Step 1
A traditional snowboard setup with bindingsMake sure your bindings are tight, and that both the takeoff and landing are clear of limbs and rocks. One of the most important things to keep in mind before attempting any new trick is maintaining a level of safety in your equipment and environment.
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Step 2
Keep your knees bent and stay low as you reach the takeoff, maintaining balance on the board and the proper amount of speed for landing.
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Step 3
Pop up with your legs and extend your body to begin the vertical spin with your body once at the edge of the lip.
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Step 4
Check your rotation by keeping your head back to see how much more spin is needed before landing, once in the air. To increase spin, pull your body closer together. To slow down the spin, extend your body out more, like you're standing.
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Step 5
Prepare for the impact as you're about to land. Keep a little more weight on the back end of the board, and keep the board flat and level as you land.
