How do you do a gainer?

Question

I really want to take it to the next level and instead of doing a backflip i want to be able to gainer. A running backflip. i am really sketchy when it comes to tricks like this . Can anyone give me pointers on how to do it properly?

Answer 1

you just have to prey to god u dont hit your head then jump. try to tuck yourself backwords and start preying again

Answer 2

Try usadiving.org.  Lots of info about diving, including what the different dives are.

I don't think it's called a "gainer" anymore; and I don't think the dive that used to be called a "gainer" is a backflip.

Dives are done either from standing at the end of the board or from an approach down the board that is more like walking than "running".

I hope you are learning your dives from a qualified instructor.  Otherwise, it can be really dangerous.