kicktail
A kicktail is a term commonly used in skateboarding to describe the upwardly curved tail of a skateboard deck. This curvature is a defining feature of many modern skateboard designs. The primary purpose of a kicktail is to facilitate tricks and maneuvers that involve lifting the skateboard off the ground.
Skateboarders utilize the kicktail by applying pressure with their back foot, causing the tail to pop off
Beyond its functional role in tricks, the kicktail also affects the overall feel and control of the