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How to Kickflip on a Skateboard
By Steve Cave, About.com Guide
Step 6 - Get Out of the Way
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After flicking the board with your front foot, get your feet out of the way so that the board can flip in the air. This is important. Don't let your front foot end up underneath the board. After flicking the skateboard, pull your front foot out and up.
Prev
- Kickflip Setup
- Step 2 - Stance
- Step 3 - The Pop
- Step 4 - The Flick
- Step 5 - The Nose
- Step 6 - Get Out of the Way
- Step 7 - Stay Level During Flip
- Step 8 - Catch the Skateboard
- Step 9 - Land and Roll Away
- Step 10 - Troubleshooting
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