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Tail Spin

Supported rotation while maintaining a tail-loaded butter position.

GLOSSARY

A tail spin keeps the tail loaded in a butter while the board rotates around it. Each documented variant records its direction, stance and amount.

Context and distinction

Tail spin is a family label; the nose-supported equivalent is a nose spin.

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HOW TO DO IT

Tail Spin — Supported Rotation

A family label for tail-supported butter rotation. Direction, stance and amount must be attached to a documented variant rather than inferred from the label.

Preparation and setting

Tail Press, controlled pivots and switch travel when required.

Execution / application sequence

  1. Choose a source-matched variant.
  2. Establish a modest tail-supported position.
  3. Keep the nose clear during a small supported turn.
  4. Contain unnecessary upper-body rotation.
  5. Recentre as the board aligns.
  6. Resume balanced travel.

Learning and practice

Begin with an interrupted short arc. Extend only when both entry and exit remain under control.

Errors and corrections

Nose touches unexpectedly: shorten the hold. Rotation continues after exit: quiet shoulders and align. Excessive backward lean: restore hips over support.

Observable checks

Tail support and a chosen end to rotation are visible.

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Definition-first entry

This entry currently provides a verified identification and connected routes. Detailed instruction has not been fabricated.