How To Balance Manuals
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How To Balance Manuals
Here are a few tips that I've found useful over the years while trying to improve my manual game. Like I say in the video, I think I am much better at nose manuals but these tips should apply to either one. I think I will be making a follow up video talking about how to ollie into and out of manuals sometime soon as well.
Manuals are an interesting thing because it's less about technical skill and more about innate balance. But, while balance is something you have to develop for yourself, there are still techniques you can use to help you learn to balance better on a board.
As always, thank you for watching and I'll see you next time!
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Vlskate: uses words to explain the trick Braille: ok, you just pop the board and just booop. Up up. bamm.
@sauercrowder
4 жыл бұрын
first trAYEEE
I was riding today and I did the longest manual I’ve done so far... it was like 4 seconds 💀. I was doing it and I got excited but then my tail scraped the floor and I spun around, flipped backwards and landed on my feet because I was going fast 😂. It was fun while it lasted
@sniperstatus4786
4 жыл бұрын
Same!
@shrommy_
4 жыл бұрын
If you count in Mississippi's that is pretty long
@lavieestbelle6530
4 жыл бұрын
Saf Corp so you accidentally did a backflip, wow so believeable
@shrommy_
4 жыл бұрын
@@lavieestbelle6530 don't be toxic dude.
@jaywheezy7131
4 жыл бұрын
@@lavieestbelle6530 dont be toxic mayne
When trying tricks I accidentally manual all the time , can never do it intentionally 😀
@James-ip5gz
5 жыл бұрын
That means you're leaning backwards. Learn ollie nose manuals and that will improve your ability to stay centered on the board
@tutankamon9245
5 жыл бұрын
Same
@cocunutboi5687
4 жыл бұрын
@@James-ip5gz thx for the tip im really struggling
@maskgraffiti1829
4 жыл бұрын
Adnan Can relatable asf 😂
Too bad that "infinite manual" cheat from Tony Hawk's pro skater isn't available irl.
@mutantkoffee
4 жыл бұрын
xd
@ILoveMX1907
4 жыл бұрын
Andy Anderson is super close to it
@bobbyisland
4 жыл бұрын
it is if ur good enough
@AdmiralTom
4 жыл бұрын
June saito
@claysoggyfries
4 жыл бұрын
isaac selander z Or Moon Gravity or Infinite grind
The "secret" to manuals is that they get easier when you get faster.
@javonmccovery3081
Жыл бұрын
Fr
your tutorials are so much better than braille's. In my opinion
@tomlindley1307
4 жыл бұрын
Dexterity 20 Braille are more for entertainment
@nisa_rouge
4 жыл бұрын
Braille is for fake skaters
@JosephWheeler14
4 жыл бұрын
NisaRouge don’t be a douche. His channel is cool too, it’s just more focused on younger beginners.
@livingdeadgaybutimalive9973
4 жыл бұрын
Another note is that skating started out looking dumb as fuck, it was about having fun and surfing the ground, started with surfing
@lunaseur327
4 жыл бұрын
It's a lot more relaxing
be aware of razor tail while you are practicing
@James-ip5gz
5 жыл бұрын
That's why I suggest learning to manual on the nose of the board so you don't lose pop on your tail
@garyschiffer4576
5 жыл бұрын
That's how you learn more hahahah
@holdmybeefstew7131
5 жыл бұрын
Whats a razor tail?
@cutzz1928
5 жыл бұрын
Hold my beef stew are you new to skateboarding cause razor tail is when the tail of your board scrapes against the concrete and over time the tail gets very thin and you receive no pop from your board
@holdmybeefstew7131
5 жыл бұрын
yes i am new to skateboarding and thanks for telling me what it means
First time I tried doing manuals on my skateboard I was going maybe a bit too fast and fell, twisted my knee. Luckily it healed up good months later and of course I never stopped skating. Back at it and my Ollie’s are getting better. Going to make more attempts at manuals again soon.
@hobogrifter
3 жыл бұрын
Where are you at now?
@ScrambledNotEggs
3 жыл бұрын
@@hobogrifter Think he broke is neck and is paralized all the way down
@NickvlogsandGaming
2 жыл бұрын
@@ScrambledNotEggs sounds abou right
@IcornbreadI
2 жыл бұрын
@@hobogrifter he’s now in a coma but he has his treflips pretty consistent
As someone who hasn’t skated in 20+ yrs it’s time for me to get back on
@shrommy_
4 жыл бұрын
I'm a skater that us not very good but I say you should do it, go for it but because if you don't start doing it again you might regret it, so I say you should do it.😁
@7734_
4 жыл бұрын
Your never too old to skate!!!!
@AciMoci
3 жыл бұрын
And never too young to skate!
A tip that helped me with nose manuals was to have a straight front leg.
Any time I see people doing manuals I always think of Wacky Arm Inflatable Tube Men
@gamingduck5237
4 жыл бұрын
Omg yes
@karlee524
4 жыл бұрын
🌫
@prestonpage4206
4 жыл бұрын
*wackywavinginflatablearmflailingtubemen*
@wackamole1128
4 жыл бұрын
You mean whacky wavy inflatable arm flailing tube man?
@thesharinganknight9859
3 жыл бұрын
You said It wrong dude
4:46 aaaand that's why we hate nose manuals. we know who we are...
@EazyDoor
6 жыл бұрын
Number Six Yup! Razor tail > razor face
@James-ip5gz
5 жыл бұрын
After trying to nose manual for a week, you naturally catch yourself with your front foot as you get better and better. You just know when you're leaning too far forward and about to fall. Very rarely do I fall like that unless I hit a rock
@sirjerkey9347
5 жыл бұрын
That's so me lol
@warhammer1
4 жыл бұрын
Shit gets so squirrely when I try nose manuals, feels so awkward, back foot trips me up since I'm not used to balancing on the nose as good, my backfoot starts floating and I have to fight just to keep from pivoting.
@freaky_bob7970
3 жыл бұрын
@@warhammer1 I'm using a Longboard myself I found a bit of speed will fix that for you maybe try it riding Alternative, I usually ride goofy but tried Regular and wasn't to bad, how is you nose manual going now
i just fell down while holding on something XD
@joselingalvanhernandez874
4 жыл бұрын
That hit way to close to home
Someday my manuals will look like this 👍
Today I was attempting a manual. I totally forgot to balance. It was like my brain went blank. So, I kept scraping the tail of the board on the floor and I was thinking: “Why can I not do this? Am I doing something wrong?” The answer was yes. I was doing something wrong. In conclusion, if you’re wanting to know how to manual then don’t scrap the tail of the board on the floor. 😃
Manuals are so much fun! 👍🏼
@mosk8s52
6 жыл бұрын
Skate Crisis especially when you kickflip out😍
@SkateCrisis
6 жыл бұрын
save all shots channel you're right! I should learn kickflip then! 😅
@Gorex_Real
3 жыл бұрын
Fr EXPECIALLY manualling then falling into a big ramp. Btw I can't kickflip let alone get one into it
@Gorex_Real
3 жыл бұрын
@@SkateCrisis XD same
Great timing, just as i started to get back into manuals :)
Just got my first board today! You inspired me loads, keep up the amazing stuff!
@ayesacc
4 жыл бұрын
Still skating?
@6ixspeed304
2 жыл бұрын
@@ayesacc lol
I always turn to VL skate for specific problems as for this vid it's probably the best again on the subject.Thanks!
Don't you hate when you hit your shin on a SKATEboard???
@SpazziJackazzi
6 жыл бұрын
Worse with a scooter. Not coz it's metal, just coz it's a lame ass scooter
@alexquinnell2356
6 жыл бұрын
don’t u hate when u realise that you are actually the poser
@SpazziJackazzi
6 жыл бұрын
mustang_bros my man. Every man and his dog that has insta is a poser.
@shoberino3898
6 жыл бұрын
I’m trying to learn faking big spins, and when I practice, the board often goes flying and hits the ball of my ankle. That’s so much worse than a scooter.
@alexquinnell2356
6 жыл бұрын
SpazziJackazzi nO cOmPlYs aRE cOOl
Like the way how you explained everything going in detail and foot position one of best vids on skate boarding I've seen I reckon can't wait to try on my 46inch long board
These have helped sooooooooo much I’m kinda a beginner in skateboarding like ik how to ride and save myself if need be I just can’t do tricks and these have helped immensely. The first video I watched was the how to Ollie and I did my first ever Ollie the same day I watched it but still really suck haven’t been able to do it again but still helped.thanks for making these videos
dude your videos help me so much like i can tell that you care about your vids keep up the good work man
Thanks for the help, these are my favorite thing to do
Dude its so rare to find skateboard tutorials that go in depth like yours. Most of em only mention where to place the feet but you look at the big picture. upper body is important as hell with tricks like these
Thanks for the video. Definitely something I need to work on.
I think it’s best to practice manuals stationary, because if you’re practicing manuals while rolling you’ll get razor tail extremely fast. First get somewhat of an idea on how to balance you’re Manual, than attempt them while rolling! It prolongs the life of your board 🤙🏽 Good points here VL👊🏽👊🏽
@rock417
6 жыл бұрын
Tomcat is
@James-ip5gz
5 жыл бұрын
It helps but it's completely different to be honest. I thought I could nose manual stationary on a carpet at home but when I actually got the hang of nose manuals rolling (took a week) I noticed the muscles you use to balance are completely different.
@mikehunt5926
5 жыл бұрын
Tomcat *your
@amonGustavo07
5 жыл бұрын
Mike Hunt it’s you’re. dumbass.
@secko7250
4 жыл бұрын
@@amonGustavo07 it's your. dumbass.
That helped a lot surprisingly, very good tutorial videos 🙌
one of fav vids rn :D keep up teh good work
The video I have been waiting for
👌 thank you i have been trying to find a video like this
Thanks now i kan almost manual your a great skater keep doing your vids
Manuals are just so cool and satisfying
Grinding and manuels are the 2 tricks i found to be the coolest and always wanted to do tbh
wow those background mountains really remind my of so cal near moorpark. thaks
I learnt about this channel through Braille. I prefer your trick tips over braille's tips. I just watch them cause they funny. But thanks for every video They all help alot
Nice videooo, congrats bro! 😎
Thank you for another helpful video! Ive just started skating, so im still a beginner and watching your videos helped me, so thank you so much for sharing the good content! I hope to be as good as you one day :)
@6ixspeed304
2 жыл бұрын
u stil skate bri?
I just recently learned to nose manual and want to improve more at them. The first thing I noticed when learning nose manuals is how sore I got from practicing. Yet I can do very long regular manuals and not feel sore at all. So, clearly there is a muscle development factor in this. I believe we automatically get better at balancing manuals as our stabilizer muscles grow with practice.
Can you make a tips video for "into a manual" and out a manual ?
@livingdeadgaybutimalive9973
4 жыл бұрын
Hopefully you can do it now, but the only tip i can give you is to kind of pop your tail like you'd go for an ollie but hold it it just takes practice.
Thx for the information and I will use this thank you for making this
The manual is a trick i thought id never be able to do cause i have bad balance but im finally starting to get it :D
I've been skating for so long and still suck at manuals... my journey to learn starts here!
This is a great video!
i just want to say that i love you and i think you're the best 🤗
This video came at the perfect time
That first spot in the parking lot looks really quiet and chill and a perfect practice skate spot.
thanks man this helped me alot
Love this mans vibe
Helped me a lot thank you
Was just trying to do manuals yesterday!! Thanks for the video :)
Must be a mind reader because I needed this 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Skating is so stress relieving am I right I skate when I’m stressed
Thanks I really need to learn nose mannys
Thank you I learned
Thanks I just started skating a while ago 😊
Thanks man!!
Thank you!
This is the best skateboarding trainer ever
Thanks for this one Vilas. I suck at nose manuals. I’ve recently been spending a lot of time doing stationary manuals while watching tv at night. It has helped tremendously. It is surprising how much the muscles in your legs and feet have to work when balancing stationary manuals. After doing it for an extended period of time, you can really feel it.
thank *YOU*
Fell down doing manual today, board shot out from beneath me when I leaned too far back. Lucky I had my wrist guards though! Took a layer of plastic off the brace. But i finally cracked 1 second manuals. And then I did the splits practicing a running start.
I recommend leaning a little more foreword it makes it easier for my manuals and nose manuals more back idk it helps
Great video's man. I have been watching you since back in the driveway
Your the best🔥💯
Wow, I saw the video, clicked but didn't realised it came out 2 minutes ago xD
@filthypeasant7716
6 жыл бұрын
KataclaR wow cool
@gramvanderwoude6584
6 жыл бұрын
George W. Kush you have the best fucking name ever
Thx a lot
If you’re having trouble getting your upper body to help keep you balanced, one thing i do is tighted my butt muscles and abs
Thanks !
My control foot (back foot if regular manual or front foot on nose manual), probably was too far back on the tail ... I think it needs to be more near the screws. Thank you for the vid!
Another really helpful video! Thanks dude!
Thank you
I was trying to learn how to manual earlier and I fell on my rib so hard on the road
do a video on how to ollie in and out of a manual
From my observations of those that can manual well, it's all in the cantilevered hands used as moment arms... held parallel to the direction of travel...
Hooray 🎉 ❤
Who else searched for manual videos after falling off attempting one? My shoulder hurts real bad right now lol
Wth...I was literally just trying to learn manuals for the first time earlier today! Crazy haha. Thanks dude
I usually try to manual putting the wheels on a crack
I am inloved wit manuals 😂
Bruh I’m so close I just keep leaning back to much and now I’m getting razor tail😤😤😤
Nice video 🙏
Nice video 👍 I will take a few tips into account
Top tip: NEVER lean back on a skateboard, or you'll learn the hard way. A lot of newbies I've seen trying to do manuals have an instinct to lean back for some reason and the amount of injuries I've seen is ridiculous. Wear a helmet, and never lean back.
@candiedblue3507
2 жыл бұрын
As someone who's learned the hard way, skinned their elbow, and bruised their hip and wrist, I agree with this comment 🥲
One time when i was learning moving ollies i landed too far forward and i was holding a nose for like 20 seconds and didnt realise now i cant do one again lmao
JUST SUBSCRIBED!!!
Honestly, I've found it much easier to have the back foot pretty far backwards (pretty much ollie spot) and have the front foot a bit more back (on the first bolts or even further to the middle of the board) as well. I really don't like to have my back foot in the pocket for manuals. At the same time, for nose manuals I definitely _do_ use that approach a little more, but it's still pretty far on the tip of the nose. I suspect this will have a lot to do with how steep your tail and nose of the board is, because for regular manuals having my back foot in the pocket really doesn't work at all. I don't have the back foot like truly over the edge of the tail, but definitely not in the pocket. The other thing to note is how some people prefer 1 stiff leg and 1 bend leg versus others who prefer two stiff legs and use the upper body to keep balance, instead of bending / stretching the leg. I think beginners will attempts to not 'freeze into balance' enough and move around too much. But I also think a 'bend knee' manual is much harder to keep for longer.
I’m getting better and better I’m at 1 second now!
Do you have a video for nose manuals and some tips for a FS 180
Thanks man I tried manual before and i cant even ride this 30cm, but I tried tommorow. P.S Im Polish wiec nie umiem dobrze angielskiego
helpfull thx
THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!
I would like to know more about how exactly the upper body should be used for balancing, arms where and how to correct, details, you know
Where is this place ur recording ? It seems dope
Thx
I wish the roads in my country is that smooth
Eating shiitake on nose Manuals is a gimme 😅
Thanks this hwlp
Keep em rollin!! Always a treat!/|\
Im to old for tough skateboard tricks. So i figured i at least will improve my balance with manuals. After practicing a few times i feel like i have made 0 improvement...