The daffy is a freestyle skateboarding trick that uses two skateboards. Some of the best examples of daffies come from skateboarders like Ellen O’Neal, Lynn Cooper, Hitomi Komatsu, and Isamu Yamamoto.
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Carpet boarding for freestylers
Sometimes, that freestyle skate sesh isn’t gonna happen—whether it’s due to bad weather, injury or fatigue. Enter carpet boarding: doing tricks on a skateboard deck on carpet. It’s safer for beginners and takes up minimal space. You can practise many tricks, but gear up and clear obstacles first. Perfect for days when you can’t hit the pavement!
How to not ‘fall out of rail-stand’
The heelside rail-stand dismount is a basic freestyle skateboarding skill which can be bettered with a ‘hippie jump’ technique. This small jump allows for more control and time to prepare for landing. It also helps with future tricks, including rail flips.
Flatlandia: a year in review
In January 2024, Flatlandia launched to unite Australian freestyle skateboarders online. Over the year, networking events flourished, gear became more accessible through a new shop, and valuable content was shared to inspire and educate skaters. The community is growing, and there’s excitement for future collaborations and developments ahead.
How to k-walk (and get better at walk-the-dog)
Learning walk-the-dog freestyle footwork can be tough, but working on k-walks can help. K-walks, named after Tara Kaylor, are good for mastering balance. While some people might not see their value, they connect your skills and boost your confidence on the board.