Straight Air

Your first real air off a park kicker. Approach with moderate speed, stay compact, and let the kicker's shape pop you into the air. Don't jump off the lip — just ride up it and stand tall. Keep your body centered and spot your landing.

Key tips

• Start on the smallest kicker in the park
• Approach with a flat base — don't edge into the lip
• Stand tall at the lip, knees slightly bent
• Keep your arms quiet — flailing causes instability
• Land with knees bent to absorb the impact