This step-by-step guide will help you to master backside bottom turn, a key maneuver for redirecting your flow and setting up your next move. Let’s carve it!
1. Approach with Speed & Height
Approach the bottom of the wave with sufficient speed and aim to be slightly higher on the wave face compared to a frontside bottom turn.
2. Bend & Reach
Bend those knees and extend your front arm forward – it’s your pivot point! Stay low until you feel the board start to turn.
3. Rotate & Press
Twist your hips and chest towards the backside, pushing down on your inside rail (usually the right one) to initiate the turn.
4. Eyes on the Prize
Keep your eyes focused on your desired path, visualizing the board’s trajectory as you anticipate the turn.
5. Power Through
Initiate the turn by rotating your hips and chest in the direction you want to go. This will guide the board’s movement and help you carve a smooth arc up the wave face.
6. Release & Recharge
As you release out of your bottom turn, extend out and now you are ready for the next maneuver.
Remember: mastering backside bottom turns takes practice! Start with slow, controlled turns, focusing on clean technique.
Then, build confidence and power as you master the backside bottom turn.
