When I look at at gate placements on a stopper I would then plan how I am going to use the feature.
Below are the ways I would look at using the stopper
To compare the differences with these techniques I think we must look at some common factors
For angles of boat see the three images below for reference
Flicking off features
See screenshot sequence below
Rolling over features
See screenshot sequence below
Fakie Sweep
See screenshot sequence below
For a whole article written on Fakie sweeps over stoppers, click HERE
Overturn to land
See screenshot sequence below
Drop in sideways
See screenshot sequence below
Summery We have looked at these techniques and how they differ but not really into where we would use each one. With every stopper/feature being different and everyone style being different its hard to place where to use each skill. What I would say is the bigger the toolbox you have, the more range of skills you have to be able to use, you can decide what to deploy in different situations. Again because every stopper/feature is different, then each skill is altered slightly to account for size of the stopper, the stickiness of the stopper, and where the gates are places. Play around with all the techniques and learn where is good for what.
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