Level 2: BeginnerSpeed Control

Trimming & The High Line ➖

Trimming is the art of finding the fastest line on a wave. By positioning your board in the power source (the upper third of the wave face), you generate maximum speed.

Step-by-Step Breakdown

1
Find the Pocket

The steepest part of the wave, right near the breaking curl, holds the most power. This is where you want to be.

2
Set Your Line

Engage your inside rail slightly. Aim your board horizontally across the wave face, staying in the top third (the "High Line").

3
Weight Distribution

Shift your weight slightly forward to engage the flatter rocker of the board. This reduces drag and increases speed.

4
Adjust

If you're going too fast and outrunning the wave, step back or turn down. If you're stalling, step forward or climb higher.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Don't look down at the water; look down the line.
  • Keep your arms quiet. Flailing arms ruin your trim.
  • On a longboard, this is the first step to noseriding.
📺 Video Tutorials
How to get into trim or the Highline. Mastering the art of longboarding.

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