How to Jump Ramps on In-Line Skates

Spring up at the right moment on a jump ramp to launch yourself high into the air on in-line skates.

Difficulty: Moderately challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• In-line Skate Axles
• In-line Skate Spacers
• In-line Skate Wheels
• In-line Skates
• In-line Skating Gear
• In-line Skating Helmets
• In-line Skating Protective Gear Sets
• Wrist Guards

1. Build, buy or find a jump ramp you can use. There are also plenty of natural jump ramps you can use, including curbs, gutters and loading ramps - any smooth upward-sloping surface that comes to a sudden end and has a safe landing area. Once you start looking for them, you'll see them all over.

2. Speed skate toward the jump ramp.

3. Crouch down before you reach the ramp.

4. Ride up the jump ramp, keeping your weight directly over your skates.

5. Spring upward as you reach the lip of the ramp. Timing is critical here. You want to spring just as you reach the lip. Too early, and you sacrifice some of your pitch; too late, and you will get no spring at all.

6. Keep your feet beneath you in the air. This is the point when a more advanced jumper can execute any number of tricks, kicks and tweaks.

7. Bend your knees to absorb the impact of your landing.

Tips & Warnings

• High jumps mean higher air and greater chance of injury. Start off on small jumps, and work your way up.
• Go over your landing area with a broom to reduce chance of catching something when you land (or when you fall).
• Once you master jumping, start trying spins and kicks while in the air. Try to grab your skate with your hand. Try jumping over things. Be creative, have fun but be careful.
• Always wear a helmet, wrist guards and knee pads when jumping on in-line skates.

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