General
tic-tac
What does tic-tac mean?
A skate technique where the rider lifts and swings the nose left and right in small kickturns to gain speed or steer without pushing. It is an old-school way to move and maneuver.
"He tic-tacked across the flat to reach the next bank."
Origin
Skateboarding term imitating the side-to-side ticking motion.
Frequently asked questions
What is a tic-tac in skateboarding?
It's a technique of lifting and swinging the nose left and right in small kickturns to build speed or steer without pushing off the ground.
Why would you tic-tac instead of push?
It lets you gain speed or change direction without taking a foot off the board, useful on flat ground or when you want to keep both feet planted.
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