Pimp Yo Kite - The Kiteboarder Magazine

By The Kiteboarder Staff
Every issue we get emails from loyal readers around the world that have raised their level by taking our
sequences and instructional features seriously. One guy wrote in to tell us that he goes as far as cutting out
the pages and laminating them, so he can take them to the beach and study the moves closely between
sessions. This issue, we strategically chose four moves that are closely related to one another. If you are
intimidated by going blind in the front roll and back roll sequences, take the blind part out and focus on
landing simple front and back rolls. If unhooking intimidates you, stay hooked in and learn the basics until
you are ready to take it to the H-N-L (Hole Nother Level). For all of you cocky, pro action kiteboarders out
there, we added the Dre slider sequence to give you something to shoot for. The most important tip we can
give you is to always remember the phrase “No Pain! No Gain!”
FRONTSIDE 360
If you can pull this move, your picture belongs in this magazine. You need to be solid
on sliders and surface 360s before you even think about putting the two together.
1-2. Unhook and ollie onto the slider with speed and confidence. If you need a description on how to
do that, you are not ready for this move.
3. Keep your knees bent and stay balanced.
4. Let go with your forward hand and force the handle to the small of your back. Stay upright as you
rotate. Do not lean away from the kite, unless you want to eat rail.
5-7. In a smooth motion, pass the handle and continue rotating to finish the 360.
8-9. Spot your landing and bend your knees as you come off the slider.
10. Ride away with style and speed.
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