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gazelle flip
What does gazelle flip mean?
An advanced trick combining a 360 kickflip (treflip) with a full 360-degree body rotation, so both board and rider spin fully around.
"A clean gazelle flip is one of the most graceful tricks there is."
Origin
Named for its sweeping, graceful motion, evoking a leaping gazelle; associated with Rodney Mullen.
Frequently asked questions
What is a gazelle flip?
It's an advanced trick that combines a 360 kickflip with a full 360-degree body rotation, so both the board and the rider spin all the way around.
Who invented the gazelle flip?
It's associated with freestyle pioneer Rodney Mullen. The name evokes the sweeping, graceful motion of a leaping gazelle.
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