Move On Up - The Layback Jump

This month we throw our heads back for the layback jump. It’s a move which feels both weird and great, gives you better in-flight control, offers a great new perspective on jumping and also gives you a head start towards some of the backwards-rotating jumps which involve head movements. Essentially to achieve this move you are looking to perform a vertical jump trajectory and during same, pull the boom in and arch back to look straight behind you as you’re going up so you can check out the beach action, any photographers or your mate lying in the water! You can really build up how much you lean back, and go more vertical, as you do more and gain more confidence, you will also become more oriented and furthermore your steering and landing skills will steadily improve.

- Jem Hall

SEQUENCE

• Identify the ramp that you’ll be boosting your airtime on. Unhook and get over your board and open the sail in readiness for take-off. Ensure you lean back as you push down hard through the back leg to get the nose up. Begin to both lean and look back as you are about to leave the ramp, heading slightly into the wind.