Gazelle Spin
The 540 Degree Spin
A Gazelle Spin, invented by Pierre André, involves the board doing a 540-degree spin (a 360 shove-it and a 180 body varial combined) while the rider does a 360-degree body rotation in the opposite direction. It is an incredibly complex and rare trick.
360 Shove-it, Bigspin, 360 spin on the board
🎯 Unleash the Gazelle
This is a legendary trick from the world of freestyle skateboarding. Landing a Gazelle Spin is the mark of a true master of board control and technical flatground skating.
👟 Foot Positioning
1. Front Foot Position
Your front foot is on the front bolts, ready to help pivot and control the massive rotation.
2. Back Foot Position
Your back foot is in a powerful 360 shove-it position, ready for a huge scoop.
📈 Detailed Gazelle Spin Execution
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Wind Up and Scoop
Wind up your body for a 360-degree spin. Pop and give the board a massive 540-degree shove-it scoop.
Spin and Follow
As the board spins, you spin your body 360 degrees in the opposite direction. This is extremely disorienting.
Spot and Land
Try to spot the board as you complete your body rotation, catch it with your feet, and land.
Golden Tip!
This trick is about perfect timing and an incredible amount of practice. The coordination between the board spin and body spin is the hardest part to master.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
Incomplete rotation of either the board or body.
Losing sight of the board completely.
Complete loss of balance.
Watch a master attempt the Gazelle Spin:
Video Tutorial
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Watch on YouTube →🏆 Congratulations! You made it to the end!
Now it's time to practice! Remember: consistency is the key to success.