Alias
An alternative label for the same concept in a stated language, source or context; similar wording alone does not establish equivalence.
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Canonical terms, aliases and contextual distinctions.
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Backside
In straight-jump spin naming, rotation that brings the rider’s back toward the direction of travel during the first quarter-turn.
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Cab
A naming prefix commonly used for switch-frontside spins in modern snowboard jump terminology.
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The preferred label for one defined concept within a specified context.
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Fakie
A backwards-riding or reverse-travel label whose precise use depends on the source and board-sport tradition.
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The foot described as front under a stated reference convention: either the rider’s usual front binding or the foot leading in the current travel direction.
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In straight-jump spin naming, rotation that brings the rider’s chest toward the direction of travel during the first quarter-turn.
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Goofy
Right-foot-forward stance in the rider's usual direction.
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Heel edge
The edge adjacent to the rider's heels; it remains the heel edge in switch.
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Leading foot
The foot ahead in the current direction of travel; it changes when travel reverses.
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Nose
The designated physical front end of the board; its name does not reverse in switch.
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Rear foot
The foot described as rear under a stated reference convention: either the usual rear binding or the foot trailing in current travel.
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Left-foot-forward stance in the rider's usual direction.
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Switch
Riding in the direction opposite to the rider's usual stance.
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Tail
The designated physical rear end of the board; its name does not reverse in switch.
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The edge adjacent to the rider's toes; it remains the toe edge in switch.
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The foot behind in the current direction of travel.
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