General
tailslide
What does tailslide mean?
A slide trick in which the rider slides along a ledge or coping on the underside of the tail of the board.
"Her tailslides on the marble ledge are buttery."
Origin
Descriptive: the tail of the board is what slides on the obstacle.
Frequently asked questions
What is a tailslide?
It's a slide trick where you slide along a ledge or coping on the underside of the tail of the board, nose lifted off the obstacle.
How is a tailslide different from a noseslide?
A tailslide balances and slides on the tail end of the board, while a noseslide uses the nose end.
What surfaces are good for tailslides?
Smooth, waxed ledges like marble or polished concrete let the tail slide easily, which is why skaters describe those as buttery.
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