Half Cab / Half Cab Roll
Explaining the skateboarding-derived 'Half Cab' (a 180 spin from Switch-Stance) and its invert variation 'Half Cab Roll', along with its landing mechanics.
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Tricks & Tech
Stance
Column
Upwind Mechanics and Techniques: A Complete Guide to Riding Upwind
A comprehensive guide to riding upwind in kiteboarding. Learn the mechanics of apparent wind, body dragging techniques, and optimal gear selection.
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Terminology
Goofy-Stance
A riding stance in board sports with the right foot forward, highly favored at left-breaking wave locations.
Terminology
Regular-Stance
In board sports, Regular-Stance means riding with the left foot forward. It is the most common stance among riders, including top pros like Liam Whaley.
Terminology
Switch Stance
Riding or performing tricks in the opposite of one's natural stance, highly rewarded in board sports competitions.
Riders
Marc Jacobs
A professional kiteboarder from New Zealand. Known as "The Caveman", he achieved his long-awaited victory at the 2021 Red Bull King of the Air.