noun General Slang

nose

NOHZ · noun · informal

The front, upturned end of the deck.

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Definitions

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The front end of the skateboard deck, typically slightly longer and more upturned than the tail; used for nose tricks and manuals.

“He caught the flip on the nose and rode away.”
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nose In A Sentence

He caught the flip on the nose and rode away.

Origin & Usage

Descriptive board-anatomy term; the 'nose' is the front kick.

People Also Ask

What is the nose of a skateboard?

It's the front, upturned end of the deck, usually slightly longer and more upturned than the tail.

How do you tell the nose from the tail?

The nose is typically longer and has a mellower upturn, while the tail is shorter and steeper.

What tricks use the nose?

Nose tricks like nose manuals, noseslides, and nollies rely on the front of the deck.

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