Performing Tricks
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Sand bag jumps were common in the begining of the sandboard development years. They are time consuming to build and not mobil at all. Empty sand bags are easy to carry up the dune though and the sand is free, of course. This type of jump ramp is used still by many. |
| This is the plywood and 2x4 ramp used at the World Championships. It is light weight, portable, mobile and sturdy. The size of the jump is essentially unlimited and it can be taken down fairly quickly. |  |
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The National Sandboard League has standards for ramps to be a sanctioned event. Here is the 8 foot regulation jump ramp used at the Sand Master Jam. Official, Ray Latonio, performs a back layout with a full twist to test the positioning and stability of the ramp. |
| In '99 the National Sandboard League and Dune Riders International introdued the 12 ft. Xwest pro/comp jump ramp. Immediatly the height and distance of all jumps increased allowing more time to perform more complicated manuvers and more importantly safer landings. The pro/comp jump ramps have a gradual transition curve and a 3 in. kick at the end giving the pilot a slight boost for performing backward motion manuvers. |  |
