Ty Burgess demonstrates both the basics and what you can strive to be on our backyard mini above^
Ready to tear up that mini ramp at our office? At IPD, our mini is a community center, with skaters young and old coming to get a session in here and there. Whether you’re a fresh-faced grom or a seasoned shredder looking to refine your skills, the mini ramp is where it’s at. If you're itching to step up your game without the hassle of learning complicated maneuvers, you’re in luck. We’ve scoured the skateparks, dodged the wannabe pros, and battled our way through endless hours of practice to bring you the five easiest skateboard tricks you can learn on a mini ramp. You’ll be holding your own and linking these maneuvers together in no time. Let’s dive in!
1. The Rock to Fakie
Alright, let’s start with the basics. The Rock to Fakie is like the gateway drug to more advanced tricks. It's simple, stylish, and gives you a killer sense of control on the ramp. Here’s how to nail it:
BONUS TIP: Learn how to pivot out of this and it’s a rock and roll. Two for one special!
The Rock to Fakie is the perfect way to build your confidence and get a feel for the ramp.
2. The Kick Turn
Next up is the Smith Grind. It might sound a bit fancy, but trust me, it’s easier than you think. If you can get your grind game on point, you’ll be skating with more flair than a disco ball.
This is going to be the foundational trick on the ramp. Some might not consider it a trick and more just turning around on the ramp, but it is going to be essential for learning how to pump the transition and gaining speed to get to the coping.
3. The Axle stall
If you aren’t rock and rolling or kick turning, the next way to get to a neutral position and reset going into the ramp is the axle stall. This is a 50-50 atop of the coping, and can be a good way to catch your breath or think for a second about what you want to try next.
The axle stall is an essential trick, and once you master the stall you can grind instead of stall, and even move to a 5-0 instead of 50-50.
4. The Frontside Air
If you’ve been dreaming of catching some serious air, the Frontside Air is where you’ll want to start. Not the easiest trick in the book, but it is straightforward, exhilarating, and typically ups your core score.
The Frontside Air is a crowd favorite and a surefire way to make an impression. Plus, it’s relatively easy to master with some practice.
5. The Tail Stall
Finally, let’s get you stalling with the Tail Stall. It’s a trick that’s as cool as it is easy, making it perfect for showing off and transitioning into other tricks. You’ll need to be coming into the coping fakie (which means backwards).
The Tail Stall is simple but effective. It’s a great way to build your confidence and gain speed on the ramp from a neutral position.
So there you have it—five killer tricks to get you ripping on the mini ramp without needing a PhD in skateboarding. Remember, the key to mastering these tricks is practice, patience, and a bit of attitude. Get out there, hit those ramps, and show the world what you’ve got. Keep it edgy, keep it real, and most importantly, keep it fun!
