words Craig Kotilinek photo Rodrigo Donoso 1. How did you become pro? I started wakeboarding when I was six years old, and I grew up with the Bonifays at their camp — actually waterskiing — I started competing in Boys division when I was 11 years old, and my last year in Boys I won every single contest and JD Webb has stepped up to Junior Mens, but I was too young to ride Junior Mens, so I just went straight up to Pro at age 11...

HS/FS 720
1. Many riders grab this move to set the axis. Make sure you use more legs then edge on this trick to keep the line tension low and allow you to pull hard on the handle to create the slack you need to make the passes...

TS/FS 720
1. This on-axis spin has faded away since the off-axis version came into play. It's very fast-paced, making it difficult to get the right axis every time. Use a slow drifting edge and a lot of legs...

HS/BS 720
1. I've seen this move done two ways. Most people who land it consistently usually make the first handle pass under their butt and the second up high. I think dividing the move into two parts helps work the handle for this high-energy spin...

HS/FS Off-Axis 720
1.It helps to go more inverted on this spin. Letting your hips go above your head helps you advance and get the last handle pass. 2. It may also help to bring your front knee up as you leave the wake, kind of like a front flip...

TS/FS Off-Axis 720
1. Knowing how to do a scarecrow mobius will help for this move. The landings are very similar. Make sure you are really good at your switch toeside blind landings before attempting the 720...

The key to the 720 is getting the best lift possible off the double up. Try cutting in with an aggressive edge. Shaun Murray says if you flatten out you can pop straight up and start your spin immediately...