Toeside 180s

Well I’m finally starting to get down the toeside 180s, which I used to find very hard. I can do heelside pendy’s with no problem, but I’ve always had a problem with toesides. Even stranger, I can do 360s, but have only recently learned to do 360s. Well, I’ve finally learned how to do them, and I’ll tell you how.

Before you attempt these, always wear a helmet. But for sliding, remember to wear pads as well, especially knee pads. When doing toeside 180s, it’s extremely easy to scrape up your knees, as your so close to the ground. Without my pads, I would be grinding them to the bone. Also, some slide require kneepads, so get them anyways.

The first step is to gain some speed. All slides become easier the faster you go. Of course, if the falls also hurt more, but that’s why you bought those pads. Once you’ve built up enough speed, extend both arms out and onto the ground, then start rotating your body to the right( BTW this is written for regular riders). As you come around into a 180, extend your body, placing most of your weight onto your hands, which will make it easier to slide. Once you pull into a 180, you can continue rotating for a 360, or go back around for a toeside pendy.

If you’re having trouble with these, remember to keep your weight off the board.  This wil help you break traction off the ground. Also, higher speeds will be easier, as the ground becomes a lot more “slippery.” And of course, remember to wear pads, because you will fall, and as you progress, you’re going to need them for more advanced slides. I’ll try to make a video of all these slides if I can, but I’m still not the best at them yet and I have no time. But if I can I will.

Skate safe and have fun.