Tail grab
Tail grab is a semi-advanced kitesurfing technique, which is more complex then the basic techniques but not as complex as, let say, a single back roll or a flat spin one hand back roll. The tail grab technique is good to learn before proceeding to the more advanced tricks since the tail grab element is present in many advanced techniques. Tail grab trick helps the kitesurfer to become more comfortable with handling the kite board stably in the air.
To perform the tail grab technique successfully, the kitesurfer will need to follow the following steps. First of all, the kitesurfer will need to speed up until the necessary speed and power is achieved. Next, the kitesurfer jumps in the air (starts flying). You will need to maintain the stable upright position going forward while you are in the air for the tail grab trick. Small movements are acceptable, but try to be as stable and as upright as you can. Maintaining upright position during the tail grab trick means that your body needs to be positioned almost perpendicular to the water line.
While flying forward when performing the tail grab trick, you will need to grab the back of your kiteboard with the hand that is positioned the backward direction. A right-side tail grab trick and a left-side tail grab trick. A right side tail grab happens when you are going forward with your right hand positioned in the forward direction and your left hand grabbing the back of the kiteboard. A left side tail grab happens when you are going forward with your left hand positioned in the forward direction and your right hand grabbing the back of the kiteboard. A right-side tail grab trick would be easier to perform if you are a right-handed person.
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