I think it's easier to learn a backroll (I'm assuming you're referring to a heelside backroll) by itself, instead of trying to learn a backroll and a tantrum at the same time, because the motions that initiate the flip are so different. For a heelside backroll, what helped me the most was forgetting about trying to flip entirely. Instead, just concentrate on building a progressive edge as you approach and hit the wake, then simply look over your lead shoulder. The rest (i.e., the flip) will just happen. You don't really "throw" the flip - the energy created by the progressive edge, combined with the look over the lead shoulder, initiates the up and over motion. Keeping the handle locked at your waist is helpful as well. I used to keep my elbows pinned to my sides to make sure the handle was where it should be. Good luck!!
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