General
hip
What does hip mean?
A ramp feature formed where two banks or quarterpipes meet at an angle, allowing skaters to air and transfer over the corner.
"He boosts a big air over the hip."
Origin
Named for the angled 'hip' shape where the ramps join.
Frequently asked questions
What is a hip in skateboarding?
It's the angled corner where two banks or quarterpipes meet, which skaters use to launch airs and transfer over the join.
How do you skate a hip?
You approach at an angle and boost off the corner, often catching big air as you transfer from one ramp face to the other.
Why is it called a hip?
The name comes from the angled, hip-like shape formed where the two ramp transitions come together.
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