boardspin

A boardspin is a skateboarding trick that involves the skateboard rotating 360 degrees on its vertical axis while the skateboarder remains on the board. This trick can be performed while rolling or stationary, and it is a fundamental maneuver in skateboarding.

To perform a boardspin, a skateboarder typically ollies and then uses their front foot to flick the board in a circular motion. The timing of the ollie and the flick is crucial for achieving a clean rotation. The skateboarder's body will also rotate with the board, and they must land back on the board as it completes its 360-degree spin.

Variations of the boardspin exist, such as the frontside boardspin and the backside boardspin, depending on the direction of rotation relative to the skateboarder's stance. More advanced tricks build upon the boardspin, incorporating flips or grabs.

The boardspin is a popular trick for its visual appeal and as a stepping stone to more complex aerial maneuvers. Mastering the boardspin requires practice and a good understanding of body control and board manipulation. It is often taught early in a skateboarder's learning progression.