“Hot pocket” is skater slang for a painful tweak or strain in the front of your ankle, usually from a bad landing or hyperextension. It feels like a burn or jolt in the joint—and it's dreaded by all.
1. Landing a trick but not cleanly on board
2. A set of stairs or gap or ledge that has questionable circumstances to perform a trick
Examples:
1. Landing a trick and one of your feet’s toes touch the ground OR landing a trick and only sticking to the board for 1 second
2. A set of stairs with only 2 feet of concrete before it turns in to grass OR a gap that leads to a sidewalk that leads into traffic
“Hot pocket” is skater slang for a painful tweak or strain in the front of your ankle, usually from a bad landing or hyperextension. It feels like a burn or jolt in the joint—and it's dreaded by all.
A powerslide is when a skater intentionally breaks traction with the wheels to slide sideways—either for style, speed check, or fun. It’s flashy and functional, often used to control momentum on hills or look cool in lines.
In skateboarding, the "flick" refers to the quick snapping motion of the front foot that initiates the spin or flip of the board—essential for tricks like kickflips and heelflips. A good flick is fast, precise, and well-timed.
A "hill bomb" is when a skater rides down a steep hill—often at full speed—without braking. It’s one of the rawest forms of skateboarding, combining speed, style, and control, often done with little regard for safety.
When your wheel touches the underside of your deck during a turn or landing, usually slamming your ride to a halt—and possibly your face to the pavement. In slang, it’s also used to describe an unexpected crash or wipeout.