General
slappy
What does slappy mean?
A grind, usually on a low curb, that the skater rides straight into by slapping the trucks onto the edge rather than ollieing up onto it.
"Old heads can slappy a curb all day without lifting the board."
Origin
Named for the slapping motion and sound of the trucks hitting the curb.
Frequently asked questions
What is a slappy?
It's a curb grind you ride straight into by slapping your trucks onto the edge, without ollieing up onto it first.
Where does the name slappy come from?
It's named for the slapping motion and sound of the trucks hitting the curb.
Is a slappy easier than a normal grind?
It doesn't require an ollie onto the obstacle, but it takes timing and commitment; many older skaters do them effortlessly on low curbs.
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