General
revert
What does revert mean?
A move in which the rider slides the wheels 180 degrees on landing or on transition to switch back to their normal riding direction, often tacked onto other tricks.
"He caps his disasters with a revert every time."
Origin
From 'revert,' meaning to return; describes returning to the original stance.
Frequently asked questions
What is a revert in skateboarding?
It's a 180-degree wheel-slide, done on landing or on transition, that brings you back to your normal riding direction, often added onto other tricks.
Where does the term revert come from?
It comes from the word 'revert,' meaning to return, describing how the move returns you to your original stance.
When do skaters use a revert?
It's often tacked onto the end of tricks like disasters on transition to smoothly switch back to the rider's normal direction.
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