Skitching

Skitching (abbreviated from "skate-hitching", pron: /ˈskɪtʃɪŋ/) is the act of hitching a ride by holding onto a motor vehicle while riding on a skateboard, roller skates, bicycle, or sneakers when there is snowfall.

It is also sometimes referred to as bum-riding or hooky bobbing when being towed over snowy or icy streets on boots or a sled.

[2] Because skitching is often done in traffic, on inadequate equipment for the speeds travelled, and sometimes without the knowledge of the driver of the vehicle, there is significant potential for injury or death.

[3] Skateboarding celebrity Tony Hawk has advocated against the practice of skitching due to the related deaths and injuries.

It was portrayed in Biker Boyz (2003), Lords of Dogtown (2005), Premium Rush (2012), and season 1 of Better Call Saul (2015) as well.