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General Slang
50-50
FIF-tee FIF-tee · noun · slang
A grind on both trucks along an edge.
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The most basic grind, in which both trucks slide evenly along a ledge or rail. Pronounced 'fifty-fifty.'
“Learn a 50-50 on a low curb before taking it to a handrail.”
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50-50 In A Sentence
Learn a 50-50 on a low curb before taking it to a handrail.
Origin & Usage
Named because the board's weight and both trucks are balanced evenly (50/50) on the obstacle.
People Also Ask
What is a 50-50 in skateboarding?
It's the most basic grind, where both trucks slide evenly along a ledge or rail. It's pronounced 'fifty-fifty.'
Why is it called a 50-50?
Because the board's weight and both trucks are balanced evenly, 50/50, on the obstacle.
Is a 50-50 a good first grind to learn?
Yes, skaters typically learn it on a low curb before taking it to a handrail.
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