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How to drop in on a vert ramp with Andy Mac

Sportskool3 skaters recommend it · 5 mentions, 2016 to 2021
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12 years ago · Tutorial · Beginner

Short how-to from Sportskool (2014) where pro skater Andy Mac explains how to drop in on a vert ramp. Covers staying low with bent knees and committing to the stomp.

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Posted in r/NewSkaters whenever someone is working up to a first drop in. Commenters point to its advice on bent knees and stomping the front foot down.

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“A pro actually taught me to drop in on vert and he had me touch the coping with my hand on the way down. I guess it helps to remind yourself to keep low.”

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u/rickrock252021 · 2 points

keep practicing. you'll get it. take that step and be bold. keep BOTH legs bent, stay crouched down. Stomp that front foot down HARD. like you are trying to put a hole in the ramp or concrete. here is a video that helped me a lot: [VIDEO] each and every time you drop in, go through your mental checklist. stay focused. You Got This!!!

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u/skatecrimes2019 · 2 points

here is Andy mac talking about the knees bent thing. A pro actually taught me to drop in on vert and he had me touch the coping with my hand on the way down. I guess it helps to remind yourself to keep low. good luck! [VIDEO]

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