How to Do a Bert Slide on a Skateboard

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Position: A Bert Slide requires speed and agility.

   If desired, you can perform this on a waxed surface, but this makes it easier to slip so be careful.
   
   The position is back foot on the tail so the turn is easier and the front foot should be on the front bolts so you have more control.
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   Step 2: First ride up to where you want to Bert Slide.

   A sloped surface like a driveway is a nice place. , (It is helpful if you crouch down as low as you can before putting your hands down.
   
   It takes a lot of pressure off your wrist, thus, less painful.) ,,, There! A Bert Slide.
   
   Bigger spins call for more movement.
   
   For a 360 it's the same directions but after 180 degrees flip over and continue.
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   Step 3: get ready to get low.

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   Step 4: Place your hand(s) on the ground and now here comes the Bert.

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   Step 5: With your feet and momentum

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   Step 6: slide 180 degrees or 360 even 540 degrees*.

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   Step 7: Once done push up with your hands and hop back on to your board.

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