General
rollback
What does rollback mean?
A trick where the rider rolls backward and then pivots 180 degrees on the rear wheel to face forward again. It is a common transition and flatland movement.
"He dropped in, stalled, then did a smooth rollback out."
Origin
BMX transition term describing the backward roll and pivot.
Frequently asked questions
What is a rollback in BMX?
It's a trick where you roll backward and then pivot 180 degrees on the rear wheel to face forward again.
Where is a rollback used?
It's a common transition and flatland movement, often used to come out of a stall on a ramp.
Why is it called a rollback?
The name describes the backward roll followed by the pivot that defines the move.
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