Req 2d14a — Flat Ground Tricks

Flat ground tricks are performed on level pavement without ramps, rails, or obstacles. They are the most accessible trick category for beginners — all you need is a smooth surface. Demonstrate at least one clear flat ground trick for your counselor.

What Counts as a Flat Ground Trick

Any trick performed on flat pavement counts. Common examples:

Manual (one-foot wheelie): Balance on the back two wheels while rolling — nose lifted, tail not touching the ground. Hold for distance. A nose manual does the reverse (nose wheels only).

180 ollie: An ollie in which you rotate your body and board 180° during the airborne phase. You land riding in the opposite direction (fakie). Both frontside 180 (rotating toward your toes) and backside 180 (rotating toward your heels) count.

Casper (advanced): A trick where the board flips to grip-tape-down and balances on your foot briefly before being flipped back. More advanced — include if it is in your repertoire.

No-comply (footplant crossover): A trick where the front foot steps off, plants on the ground, and the board is redirected. Sometimes categorized with footplant tricks, but the flat ground version is widely recognized as a flat trick.

Counselor Demonstration Tips

For a manual, ride smoothly for at least 3–5 feet on the back wheels with the nose clearly elevated. For a 180, land clean in fakie position without stepping off. Clean landings and clear technique matter more than height or distance.

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