Clew First Backflip

With the trailing edge ahead

Spin your wing to ride with the trailing edge ahead and do a backflip - here's how Chris Macdonald tackles this trick.

September 27, 2026 © WING DAILY  |  text: Jürgen Schall  |  photos/graphics: fuerteventura-worldcup.org  |  translation: DE

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