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AT A GLANCE

Vert is a style of skateboarding that involves performing tricks on a large U-shaped ramp called a halfpipe or vert ramp. The rider gains speed by pumping up and down the ramp, building momentum for aerial maneuvers that can reach heights exceeding 10 feet. Skaters perform a variety of tricks, including spins, flips and grabs, while soaring through the air above the ramp. Skateboard vert requires a combination of speed, agility and courage, as riders must maintain control while executing complex aerial maneuvers at high speeds. In contests, skaters perform a series of tricks, with judges awarding points based on the difficulty, execution and overall style.