In this video I will try to convince you why the kickflip is THE PERFECT skateboarding trick. Video essay style.

The very first type of kickflip was done in 1977 by pioneer Curt Lindgren but to be honest this was more of a pressure flip type of trick, not the most beloved type of tricks these days. Legendary for its time though but the real man we have to worship, the man that gave us the best skateboarding trick in the world is Rodney Mullen.
The first time a human had done this movement was in 1983. Rodney called it the magic flip and it was done on accident because he tried to push his board away while ollieing. It’s almost like the trick just manifested itself in our world. It’s like the gods of skateboarding had chosen this man to give birth to the kickflip.
Years later, millions of people want to learn how to do this specific movement on a piece of wood but only a small percentage of humanity has accomplished obtaining this skill.

- The kickflip is the most solid variation of any skateboard trick.
- Landing this trick for the first time will be the most satisfying feeling of any skateboard trick.
- The kickflip is extremely versatile.