How to Bigflip on a Skateboard

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Position.

   You want to place the back-foot like you would for a 360 flip.
   
   The front-foot will be placed like a 360 flip, maybe two inches behind the front bolts.
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   Step 2: Get some speed.

   ,, You want to make a popping and scooping motion.
   
   This will feel a lot like a big spin. , You need to get a clean flick towards the dip of the nose.
   
   That makes the kickflip motion start in the Big flip. , This should be easy because you did that little 'wind up' thing at the beginning. , So when you finish your 180 body varial, the board should be almost done with the 360 flip.
   
   Make sure to watch it, and make sure your staying over it. , Remember, you will be riding switch, so put focus on staying balanced. ,
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   Step 3: You want to 'wind' your body up slightly before you make the attempt.

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   Step 4: Then you 'unwind' and begin the pop when your shoulders are parallel with the board.

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   Step 5: When you start the rotation with your back-foot

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   Step 6: you need to drag the front-foot towards the nose.

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   Step 7: Lift the knees up and begin the 180 body varial.

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   Step 8: The board should be spinning faster than you.

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   Step 9: Once your body and board are straightened out

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    Step 10: put your feet down and catch the board.

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    Step 11: Ride away clean.

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