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mall grab
What does mall grab mean?
Holding or carrying a skateboard by gripping the truck, widely mocked as the mark of a non-skater or poser since real skaters carry the deck.
"He walked in mall grabbing his board and everyone cringed."
Origin
Coined to mock people who carry boards as an accessory 'at the mall' rather than to skate.
Frequently asked questions
What is a mall grab?
It's carrying a skateboard by gripping the trucks instead of the deck, seen as a sign someone doesn't actually skate.
Why is mall grabbing looked down on?
Skaters view it as a poser move because holding the deck is the natural, practical way to carry a board.
Is calling someone a mall grabber an insult?
It's a mild, teasing insult implying the person is a poser or non-skater.
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