How to BS Flip on a Skateboard

The backside flip is a combination of a kickflip and a backside 180. This means that the skateboard flips 360 degrees laterally and both you and the board rotate 180 degrees horizontally. Before you attempt this trick you should be competent at both the kick flip and the backside 180. Be patient and take your time learning this trick as it is very hard.

Things You'll Need

  • Skateboard
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Instructions

    • 1

      Stand on the board and push a few times to gain a moderate amount of speed.

    • 2

      Start the trick with your feet in position for a kickflip with one foot on and in the middle of the tail of the board. Keep the front foot at a 45 degree angle with your heel slightly off the board and the ball of your foot in the middle of the board.

    • 3

      Begin the kickflip and instead of kicking it straight up use both feet to rotate the board and start the flip. When the board has rotated about 160 to 170 degrees use your back foot to pull it the final degrees to complete the 180.

    • 4

      Stomp the board with both feet to prevent it from flipping anymore and secure the landing to complete the BS flip.