Skateboard Trick Instructions
The joy of skateboarding to do tricks and have fun. The fact every skateboarder has to learn tricks. The basic tricks include casper the manual and a 180. Here are instructions so you can practice these tricks and amaze your friends.
A casper is harder to do but is easily learned. Begin with the skateboard turned over. Put one foot on top of either the nose or the tail of the skateboard. The other foot is under the center of the skateboard. With the foot under the skateboard flip the skateboard over placing the feet on the board.
The manual is done while coasting on the skateboard. Press the tails slightly down lifting the nose of the skateboard without hitting the ground with the tail. Ride the skateboard with the nose lifted as long as you can.
The 180 is a common trick. Begin with your foot on the skateboard toward the back of the board. Using the opposite foot of the one placed at the back of the board; push the skateboard forward with about two strong pushes.
Place both feet on the skateboard with your body facing sideway. After riding the board for a few seconds spin your body the direction you want to go.
Move your shoulders quickly in the direction of the spin. Sweep the foot in the front in the direction of the spin but keep it on the skateboard. Turn the front foot forward leaving the back foot in the original position.
Lean your body weight into the direction you are spinning. This will make the skateboard face the opposite direction you first started. Be prepared for the skateboard to roll backward a little.
All the tricks require practice. Take your time to master the moves each time you try them. Over time you will be an expert.
