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I always thought this was the most logical explanation. Look at how high people can ollie,[1]. This wouldn't be possible if it they were just changing the axi

by swimfar 12y ago

I always thought this was the most logical explanation. Look at how high people can ollie,[1]. This wouldn't be possible if it they were just changing the axis of rotation. And this video here shows the skaters clearly pulling the board up with the grip tape/front lip [2]. Sliding your foot along the board is one of the basic steps for olling. [1] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYE-ZaXbzUg http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYE-ZaXbzUg [2] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=339k4XEvbxY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=339k4XEvbxY

fedlarm 12y ago
Yes the Griptape is an essential part to make high ollies consistently. However ollie's are possible to do without griptape as well. Just a lot harder because you'll have a lot less control. The harder you slam down the tail of the board the more friction you get, the easier it is to pull the board up/forward.