What's Wrong with Pushing Mongo?
VLSkate7 skaters recommend it · 12 mentions, 2017 to 2020
943K views · 9 years ago · Tutorial · Beginner
VLSkate explains what mongo pushing is and the practical downsides of it, like balance and control issues. Notes that some 80s and 90s pros pushed mongo and still skated well, so it is a case for switching rather than a rule.
Why skaters like it
Gets linked in r/NewSkaters whenever a beginner turns out to be pushing mongo, and people say it holds up even if you push normally.
“Here's a good video from VLSkate about why it's better to push normal.”
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What skaters said on Reddit
It took me a minute to process this, but you're pushing mongo. Check this video out [VIDEO].
[VIDEO] I found some helpful tips in this video, even if you're not pushing mongo.
This video from VLskate [VIDEO] covers pushing mongo really well.
If riding regular feels more comfortable then ride regular. I'll link a video to why riding mongol might not be the best choice [VIDEO]
What’s wrong with pushing mongo? [VIDEO]