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The Unviversal Kickflip Rule

Skate IQ2 skaters recommend it · 2 mentions in 2025
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879K views · 1 year ago · Tutorial · Beginner

30-second Skate IQ short laying out a general rule for kickflips. Part of a run of kickflip flick shorts from that channel.

Why skaters like it

Gets linked in kickflip and switch flip help threads, including r/NewSkaters, as a quick flick tip that fits muscle memory drills.

“… I prefer to let him explain as I’m new, but it looks pretty clear how applicable these shorts are with your flick muscle memory. …”

u/ThaDudeEthan · Full comment

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u/ThaDudeEthan2025 · 1 points

Check these shorts from skateIQ. I prefer to let him explain as I’m new, but it looks pretty clear how applicable these shorts are with your flick muscle memory. Modern kickflip flick: [VIDEO] Helpful drills, on the way toward a make: [VIDEO] [VIDEO] Also wanted to say I’ve seen people make kickflips while flicking down (more old school style), but the downwards flick is smaller and more subtle so they can get the front foot back on top. If I were you I’d try the modern technique though, there’s a reason it’s the standard today.