How to Drop Into a Skateboarding Ramp

Series Summary

The development of skateboarding coincides with the popularization of surfing in California around the 1950's. Since that time, skateboarding has seen many rises and falls in popularity, with several generations of young skaters developing the sport and their own skateboarding tricks and techniques. The current generation of skateboarders is more accepted and less rebellious than previous generations, and often skate on city built skate parks designed for a variety of skateboarding tricks.

After learning the basics of skateboarding and are comfortable with some advanced tricks, it's time to try skating on some ramps or in some bowls. In this free video series, our expert will give tips on skateboarding on ramps, from dropping or rolling into a ramp to rolling back up. You'll learn how to approach transitions, how to do board stalls, and how to turn around on a ramp. In addition, you'll see some demos and hear some tips on skateboarding in bowls, and ultimately learn how to carve them up with your board! Instructional skateboard videos are here at last!

Video Transcript

"Hi, I'm going to teach you a little bit about one of the fundamental parts of learning how to skate ramps. Dropping in using your tail, you want to start with the tail of your skateboard on the deck of the ramp. Your back pushing foot part way on the tail and part on the deck of the ramp. Your wheels and trunks will be based against the transition towards the top of the copping. The important part of this trick is weight distribution. Keep your weight towards the back of the skateboard before dropping in and shift it to the front as you roll down. Remember not to lean back too much or your skateboard will fly out from underneath you. If you lean forward too much, you will catch your nose and fall forward. Start with your foot on the back of the tail, then take your front foot move it into regular skating position, bend your knees and roll with curve. Notice one of the keys to dropping in is making it one continuous motion any stall or hesitation can cause your board to fly from underneath you. Simply put your foot on the back of the tail, prepare your front foot distribute your weight and make sure you drop in one steady continuous motion. "