Backloop Spin

Benjamin Castenskiold demonstrates the backloop spin

Surf-Freestyle World Champion Benjamin Castenskiold performing a backloop spin (palau). Jumping right in front of the water camera lens – a shot from the GWA wingfoil event on Fuerteventura.

It is important to pay attention to the grip position of the hands. The backloop spin is started with the rear hand in an underhand grip. During the rotation, the front hand reaches under the rear hand and grips again at the front — also in an underhand grip. Then, while still in flight, the rear hand releases and switches to an overhand grip.

January 17, 2026 © WING DAILY  |  text: Jürgen Schall  |  photos/graphics: fuerteventura-worldcup.org  |  translation: DE