so this isn't a skill issue (for the most part) or a grind assist issue, this is an issue with the games Auto detection system being far too aggressive.
let me explain.
let's say you're trying to hit a ledge going down a stair set, as you get closer to the ledge or the lip of the stair set the game quickly detects that you are approaching the obstacle and tries to help you achieve what it thinks you're trying to do based on your speed and approach angle and either pulls you into the ledge to grind it completely ignoring your zero grind assist setting or to lift you up and over as if you're trying to ollie over it.
this object detection system is horrible for many reasons, it's inconsistent, it gives players less control over what they're trying to achieve, it takes away that sense of skill based progression when the game is constantly holding your hand and it also makes the game feel too floaty because the extra lift this mechanic gives you to help clear an obstacle is where that floaty sensation comes from.
the best way to avoid Auto detection is to ollie further away from the obstacle in order to avoid the game making that connection.
I'm currently writing up a post about this subject because it needs to be an option to toggle on and off.. for super casual players or mega ramp gappers it's perfect for them but for players who want more precise control and creative freedom this system is ruining that.
