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540 - Definition of a 540

By Christopher Del Sole, About.com

Definition: A 540 is a freestyle snowboarding trick where the rider spins 540 degrees, or 1.5 rotations. The spin may be done in either direction (backside or frontside).
Also Known As: 5, five
Examples:
I learned how to do 540's in the terrain park today!

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