How to Do a Back Flip on a Snowmobile

A back flip is one of the most basic tricks you can perform on a snowmobile. That said, it isn't easy to master. To do a back flip, you will launch off a ramp and complete a 360-degree flip upside-down in the air before landing. At least, that's how it works in a perfect world. It'll take practice. Read on to learn more.

Things You'll Need

  • Extreme snowmobile
  • Launch ramp
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Instructions

  1. Learn to Do a Back Flip on a Snowmobile

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      Get a snowmobile that's designed for performing tricks. Known as "extreme snowmobiles," these machines are lighter and sleeker than conventional snowmobiles. Attempting a back flip on a snowmobile that wasn't designed for tricks is strongly discouraged.

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      Find other extreme snowmobilers who can help you learn how to do a back flip. Talk to people at your local snowmobile retailer, particularly in stores that sell extreme snowmobiles. They might even know of someone who offers lessons.

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      Get comfortable with landing a straight jump before you attempt to mix in any trick maneuvers. Using a snowmobile ramp, get up sufficient speed, head off the ramp and just concentrate on keeping the snowmobile on a trajectory that will allow you to land smoothly. You'll need to get used to controlling your snowmobile in the air before trying anything fancier.

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      Attempt a back flip by hitting the launch ramp at a decent but not extreme speed. Lift your feet off the machine to reduce the weight it's carrying, then guide it backwards so you go upside-down. Use your body weight to force a complete 360-degree rotation while upside-down. Land the jump by ensuring that your snowmobile is oriented parallel to the landing surface while you're still in the air.

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      Jump off your snowmobile in mid-air if you performed the maneuver incorrectly. You'll know early on in the jump if you're going to have a chance to land it or not. It'll hurt a lot less to land in the snow than it will to land in the snow with your snowmobile on top of you.

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      Anticipate that it will take considerable practice to master these steps. Mastering snowmobile tricks can take years.