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Which Grip is it?
What is the difference between the much talked about Twisted Grip and Split Grip (Regular)?
When I’m looking at someone doing it all I see it that in both grips thumb is up (as opposed to the Split Grip (True) where pink is on top).
I am really using these grips just yet, but when I see someone doing moves I have trouble deciphering which grip they are using. What should I be looking for?
Sorry if this sounds ridiculous or makes zero sense. 🙂
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Again with the edit button I am really NOT* using these grips yet. Haha
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I don’t think it’s a ridiculous question at all. If we’re talking about handsprings, one guideline could be that when a regular split grip is used, the top arm usually has a bit of a bend, which it doesn’t in a twisted grip. And also,when you see a twisted grip handspring/aysha from the side where you can see the person’s chest, the elbow won’t be visible, you’re seeing the armpit (but the arm is straight as mentioned). So obviously, if you see the trick from the back-side, you’ll see the elbow. I guesss that in the split grip, the elbow is pointing more “forward” and not so much to any of the two sides. Hope this helps a little!
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In a twisted grip the pole kinda runs down the forearm when the move is started whereas with split grip the arm is at an angle to the pole. It is basically the grip you end up in with reverse grab or pretzel.
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Here’s a youtube vid that goes through different grips including the split grip (1:56) and twisted grip (7:01)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7bVCluHGqg -
Thanks guys. Very helpful!
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