How to Ride a Ripstick

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find which way you are more comfortable with.

   Some people like having their left foot at front and others have their right foot at front.
   
   You can test which way you like by trying both ways while holding on to the wall. ,, Try to maintain your balance while it's moving.
   
   If you are about to fall, quickly step off. ,, This will help you learn how to propel and balance the board before you try pushing off.
   
   For some this is easier, varies from person to person. , twist your back foot lightly not much at all. ,, Always wear a helmet, knee pads, and elbow pads.
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   Step 2: Push off with the back foot - Make sure your feet are in the middle of the ripstick

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   Step 3: if they are to far forward or back you can easily lose balance.

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   Step 4: Don't wiggle yet.

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   Step 5: Once you feel balanced

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   Step 6: you should slowly start wiggling your back foot.

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   Step 7: If you are unsure the safety of pushing off with your back foot whilst the board is held upright

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   Step 8: lay the board tilted away from you

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   Step 9: plant both feet correctly whilst its still lays on the ground

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    Step 10: twist the front pad upright then propel.

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    Step 11: Lean the front foot pad left or right to turn.

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    Step 12: To do a tight turn

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    Step 13: twist the front right or left and twist the back the opposite direction.

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    Step 14: Have fun and be safe!

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