Mastering the Pop Shove-It
The pop shove-it is a stylish skateboard trick that spins your board 180 degrees under your feet while popping off the ground. It’s a perfect step-up from the ollie, blending pop and spin for a smooth, beginner-friendly move. Whether you’re skating street or park, the pop shove-it adds flair to your sessions and sets you up for tricks like the heelflip or varial kickflip.
With practice and the right technique, you’ll land this trick in no time. The Skate Tricks app offers slow-motion tutorials to break down each step, helping you nail the pop shove-it like a pro!
How to Pop Shove-It: Step-by-Step Tutorial
Follow these steps to learn the pop shove-it. Practice on a flat, smooth surface like a driveway or skatepark, and wear a helmet for safety. Mastering the ollie first will make this easier.
- Set Your Stance: Place your back foot on the tail, toes slightly off the edge, angled for scooping (about 45 degrees). Position your front foot near the middle of the board, slightly angled for control.
- Pop the Tail: Bend your knees and snap the tail down hard with your back foot, like an ollie, to pop the board off the ground.
- Scoop the Board: As you pop, use your back foot to scoop backward (toward your heels for regular stance, toes for goofy). This scooping motion spins the board 180 degrees.
- Jump and Guide: Jump upward as the board spins, keeping your shoulders aligned with the board’s path. Let the board rotate under you without dragging your front foot.
- Catch and Land: As the board completes its 180, catch it with both feet over the bolts. Bend your knees to absorb the impact and roll away smoothly.
Tips for Success:
- Start by practicing the scoop motion without popping to get the spin right.
- Keep your weight centered to avoid flipping the board accidentally.
- Use the Skate Tricks app’s video guides to perfect your timing and foot placement.
Ready to spin it? Download the Skate Tricks app for detailed tutorials and take your pop shove-it to the next level!