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Consequences of Trying My First Inversions

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e.wait
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So this weekend I'm planning on trying a front flip and/or a misty five and or a flat five. I can do the tricks consistently on a tramp/diving board; I have them visualized and everything. The only thing holding me back is fear of the consequences of crashing. Any guidance or encouraging words?
Jan 10 2012 10:45PM
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ForeverYung
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Don't fuck up
Jan 10 2012 10:47PM
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frostymustache
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What he said
Jan 10 2012 11:00PM
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Holte
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Crashing a frontflip isn't that bad. In all likelihood, you'll knock your skis off, and maybe get a little shin bang. If you really don't commit, you might knock the wind out of yourself. But you'll probably get pretty close and lock them down after a try or two.
Jan 10 2012 11:05PM
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broto
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if you commit and huck yoself and know the feeling of the rotation, you will never land on your head. do them off of decent sized jumps, 15-25 range. enough time to get it around but not too big where you can injure yourself badly.
Jan 10 2012 11:05PM
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Flying~Squirrel
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every fall starts with a turn, you cant get hurt in the air
Jan 10 2012 11:14PM
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e.wait
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thanks for the tips. wish me luck!
Jan 10 2012 11:19PM
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rankstank
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Just learned my first inverts today, sent a rodeo 5. Super scary the first time, you just gotta huck it. Came around so nice, stomped it 2nd try. You got it no problem, first one is going to be scary, after that they are just fun!
Jan 10 2012 11:22PM
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Ribss.
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I just sarted sending inverts like 2 days ago, its really all just comitting, if you tuck you arent gonna land on your head.
Jan 11 2012 5:34AM
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Nicko1981
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Be careful when trying backys not to over-rotate by throwing yourself as hard as you can. I hurt myself pretty bad fucking this up before.

Remember to pop, throw your hips and head back as much as possible but leave your feet behind you, as you come round and spot the landing, then bring your feet round. Apparently.
Jan 11 2012 6:43AM
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xoxxooxo
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sigd
Jan 11 2012 1:22PM
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theabortionator
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Just dont pussy out. If you commit theres a 99 percent chance you'll come close.


Inverts are fucking easy. Dont be a pussy and do it
Jan 11 2012 1:28PM
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Squeenerd
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don't overthink it. just picture how sick it's going to look on film
Jan 11 2012 1:34PM
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soulskier
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go huck yourself, just do it
Jan 11 2012 4:58PM
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e.wait
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I think for the flat/rodeo five, I'm just going to throw my feet towards my shoulders and drop my shoulders and kinda whip my legs around. Does this sound right? It's the trick I'm least comfortable trying.
Jan 13 2012 12:21AM
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Squeenerd
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yes. what i did when learning flat 3's: i take my right knee and put it over my left shoulder while grabbing right safety. IMO i think they are easier and less scary to learn than backflips
Jan 17 2012 7:01PM
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ChuckTesta
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i want to try flat 3's and 5's advice?
Jan 17 2012 7:03PM
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vauban08
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Whatever you do, do a speed check first.

Otherwise...


Jan 17 2012 7:57PM
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broto
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I've watched that video a while ago, sends nerves running through me man, crazy fucking shit. I wouldn't wish that shit on my worst enemy.

On the other hand, "I can't even feel ma cock." I chuckled.
Jan 18 2012 12:06AM
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FUUUCK
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you could die, or worse.
Jan 18 2012 1:04AM
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Bill.Nye
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Should have tucked for a double....
Jan 18 2012 1:30AM
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