Inverted backroll of the wave | Kiteboarding

Steven Akkersdijk recently put out a clip focused on using wave kickers for different rotations while freeriding. In this short session, he targets a specific inverted backroll off the wave, utilizing the moving water to get the necessary pop. The description notes that he had to manage his height carefully to avoid a heavy landing, focusing on the balance between commitment and control.

He is riding his Core NXS 12m and Choice 7 board for these transitions. The footage, captured by the Madox Surf and Fabian Moser team, highlights how the changing shape of the waves provides a constant playground for these types of technical moves. It is a straightforward look at how he adapts his kiteboarding to the available swell for more than just standard wave riding.