I need some help with wakeboarding ?

Question

i tried jumping the wake and i went to high and fell on my face and now i am scared to do it again any tips on how i can get back at it

Answer 1

it sounds like you didnt really think jumping through, or maybe you arent ready for it..

by the sound of it, you were pulled off axis by the rope... this is usually caused by the rider leaning forward as they leave the wake, instead of standing tall as they leavr it.

to correct this, make sure you begin by doing what is called an inside out jump.. which is jumping off the wake and into the flats from the middle.. do this to get the feel for what landings should feel like.. once you get that down, do small, one wake jumps so you begin to get the jump and landing down better..

when you are ready to jump the whole wake.. make sure you have youre progressive edge down..(the hardest part of your cut at the wake's crest) and stand tall off the launch.. you need to edge all the way through the jump as youre in the air and SPOT YOUR LANDING. the closer you keep the handle to your body, the more controll you will have while in the air.. dont try to "jump" off the wake, like you jump on the ground.. stand tall with your legs straight and keep your progressive edge going and youll land it in time..

hope this helps..

Answer 2

When I did that I got a concussion one time.

But you just have to realize that it takes practise to make perfect. Everyone goes through the wipe outs to be able to land the jump. You just have to try and try. :) Don't let fear stop you.

The pain is temporary, and soon enough if you get back up there, you'll be able to land your jump.

Answer 3

wear a full lenth head mask then it wont hurt if u fall again

Answer 4

just start off with some little jumps and then work your way up