How to Do an Inverted Front Roll Kiteboarding - Ride with Blake: EP 5

The last few days in key West haven’t been that windy. In truth, it’s a much-needed break! I thought I would take a bike ride down to the White Street Pier and break down my favorite trick for you. The inverted front roll!

Normally I try and break things down into five steps. This one is a little more difficult so I had to break it up into 8 steps. If you have front rolls dialed, try and spice them up with this variation. If you can, throw in a grab and add your own personal style!

Step one
Pop with a lot of speed. This will help build momentum when you invert. You might have to bounce the board a little before you pop to break the surface tension of the water.

Step two
After you explore off the water bring your front knee right up into your chest. This will also help with the momentum.

Step three
Dip your front shoulder and angle your head back. This will initiate the front roll.

Step four
Throw your head back. This is the secret to turning a normal front roll into an inverted one! Try and look at the water.

Step five
(Sorry, we missed the bullet point in the video)
Keep your back hand on the middle of the control bar and bring your front hand to the small of your back.

Step six
Kick your legs out. Right after you dip your shoulder and throw your head back follow the momentum and kick your legs straight up.

Step seven
Keep tension in your lines. Just pay attention to the bar pressure and make sure you are in control of the kite. This way you can come down gently. I like to dive the kite a little to initiate a free fall and then bring it back up to catch myself.

Step eight
Bend your knees and land riding downwind. This will make for a softer landing.

Well, that's it, my friends. Get out there and give it ago!

peace
Blake

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