Hop on your skateboard, and push to a comfortable speed. The faster you are going before the 50-50 grind, the further you will grind once you are on the rail or ledge. I suggest going at whatever you most comfortable top speed is, aiming right at the start of the edge you want to 50-50 grind.
How to 50-50 Grind on a Skateboard
By Steve Cave, About.com Guide
Move a fair distance from the spot on the ledge or rail that you want to 50-50 Grind, facing right at the start of the ledge or rail.
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- Step 1 - 50-50 Grind
- Step 2 - The Ledge
- Step 3 - The Setup
- Step 4 - Your Feet
- Step 5 - The Pop
- Step 6 - Balance
- Step 7 - Relax
- Step 8 - Pop Off
- Step 9 - Ride Away
- Step 10 - Problems
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