General
primo
What does primo mean?
A freestyle position and trick in which the board is balanced on its side edge (rail) with the wheels and trucks pointing sideways, often stood on and flipped out of.
"He can flip into primo and back out without looking."
Origin
Named after freestyle skater Primo Desiderio, who popularized the position.
Frequently asked questions
What is a primo in skateboarding?
It's a freestyle position and trick where the board is balanced on its side edge (rail) with the wheels and trucks pointing sideways, often stood on and flipped out of.
Where does the name primo come from?
It's named after freestyle skater Primo Desiderio, who popularized the position.
Is primo a hard trick?
Balancing on the thin side rail and flipping in and out of primo is a technical freestyle skill that takes considerable practice.
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