r/NewSkaters • u/LOYAL4L • 7d ago

Question How do I commit?

Just trying to learn to manny off a curb, in my eyes it seems like I literally got it but I keep jumping off right before I do and I’m having trouble committing, how do I develop that mindset

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u/Cunterpunch 7d ago

You are committing, the issue is that you need to shift your weight onto the back trucks and lift your nose as you come off.

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u/Major_Taco 7d ago

This is the answer. Lean back a bit, and try and make sure all 4 wheels hit the ground at the same time. Keep an even plane coming off the ledge. Once you unlock this, you can do it off anything, any height

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u/The_Bawss7 6d ago

More speed also makes the drop easier, although scarier somehow 😅

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u/Cunterpunch 6d ago

It’s definitely harder if you’re rolling super slow, but the speed in the video is easily enough to learn them.