How To Ray Charles (Back Swap Pretzel 270)
Want to learn how to Ray Charles on skis?
In this video, Ryan Clark breaks down the Ray Charles step-by-step so you can understand the movements and build up to the full trick.
A Ray Charles is essentially a back swap into a Pretzel 270 out, and it requires good control, timing and rail awareness.
In this video, you’ll learn:
• The key progression tricks you need first
• Why switch lip 270s help build the movement
• How to control your front foot on the rail
• How to use your shoulders to finish the rotation
• Why getting the back swap done early is important
The biggest focus is using your front foot to create grip on the rail and then using your upper body to bring the 270 around.
Take it step-by-step and build the trick through the progressions.
Helping you ski better.
