Everyone! We apologize for the long wait!
A riding video of
Placebo's new model, the "NEW RIPQUEST," released in 2014 has been released!
This "NEW RIPQUEST" model is perfect for TABLET/TABLET II users looking to step up their game.
We will explain the tips for riding the "lip action" that you will want to practice repeatedly with videos and photos.
Rider: Koji Nishii
Board used: Placebo 5'8" "NEW RIPQUEST" FLEXLITE-TURBO/FCSII
FILM: Toku EDIT: Total Video Service

This model was developed for repeated practice of the "lip action," a basic technique that is essential for shortboard surfing.
[vimeo]https://vimeo.com/89517583[/vimeo]
More lip action on flatter wave faces than any other Placebo model
Split diamond tail designed for
"Lip Action"
To get the most out of it and get the most out of it,
"Try to control the board by stepping on the tail with your back foot, using the tail as the axis, and lifting the nose of the board to turn."
The order of the lip action is as follows:
1. Before heading from the bottom to the top of the wave, check the position where you want to perform the lip action and head there.
2. At the top of the lip action wave, step on the tail with your back foot and use the tail as a pivot to raise the nose.
(Weight guideline: front 2/rear 8)
3. Hold the tail with your back foot and rotate the nose toward the bottom. (Approximate weight: 3 on the front, 7 on the back)
Now, please take a look at the sequential photos of each step and the four "lip actions."
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"Lip Action 1 "

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1. Before heading from the bottom to the top of the wave, check the position where you want to perform the lip action.
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2. At the top of the lip action wave, step on the tail with your back foot and use the tail as a pivot to raise the nose.
(Weight guideline: front 2/rear 8)
↑↑↑
3. Hold the tail with your back foot and rotate the nose toward the bottom. (Weight guide: front 3/rear 7)
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"Lip Action 2 "
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1. Before heading from the bottom to the top of the wave, check the position where you want to perform the lip action.
↑↑↑
2. At the top of the lip action wave, step on the tail with your back foot and use the tail as a pivot to raise the nose.
(Weight guideline: front 2/rear 8)
↑↑↑
3. Hold the tail with your back foot and rotate the nose toward the bottom. (Weight guide: front 3/rear 7)
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"Lip Action 3 "
↑↑↑
1. Before heading from the bottom to the top of the wave, check the position where you want to perform the lip action.

↑↑↑
2. At the top of the lip action wave, step on the tail with your back foot and use the tail as a pivot to raise the nose.
(Weight guideline: front 2/rear 8)
↑↑↑
3. Hold the tail with your back foot and rotate the nose toward the bottom. (Weight guide: front 3/rear 7)
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"Lip Action 4 "
↑↑↑
1. Before heading from the bottom to the top of the wave, check the position where you want to perform the lip action.
↑↑↑
2. At the top of the lip action wave, step on the tail with your back foot and use the tail as a pivot to raise the nose.
(Weight guideline: front 2/rear 8)
↑↑↑
3. Hold the tail with your back foot and rotate the nose toward the bottom. (Weight guide: front 3/rear 7)
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To perform these three steps smoothly, at first, do not strain yourself or rush.
Be sure to take control of the board slowly.
Once you get the timing right with the waves, push down harder on the tail with your back foot in step 2.
The spray will come out.
First, with "NEW RIPQUEST," before you enter the ocean, please visualize the three steps.
After you actually take off, try practicing by determining where the lip action of the wave will occur.
For those who use the TABLET/TABLET II and want to practice lip action right away,
The 5'8" size is currently very popular and we have received many reservations.
If you would like to ride a size 5'8", we recommend making a reservation.
I've been riding the TABLET/TABLETII model and I've become able to paddle, take off, and go up and down.
If you are looking to improve your skills, try practicing your lip action with the "NEW RIPQUEST" model.
Master the Off-the-Rip and Roller Coaster!
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