THE CLASSIC BERT SLIDE
By: Jeff (JT) Tatum
The BERT slide is named after a famous Hawaiian surfer Larry Bertlemen. Larry first did the move on waves then brought it to the pavement in the mid 70s. The BERT slide was probably the first real SK8 trick. I like well shaped fairly steep round top banks for a good BERT. It’s fun to get as stretched out as possible and then pull out of it smooth enough to ride away with speed. ** JT Bert Slide, 8 Sequence.PiCs,bY: Michael Ray
IT’S EAZY:
#1: Approach the bank with plenty of speed.
#2: Crouch down while riding up the bank then put your inside hand down just before your slide.
#3: Lighten up your back foot, Swing and slide only the back wheels around until you are pointing back into the bowl.
#3: Swing the slide and your whole body around your planted arm using your hand as a pivot, Everything should move but your hand after it’s been planted.
#5: Then center all your weight back on the deck and ride back in.
#6: Then DO IT AGAIN
