It's not uncommon for the core skate community to express disdain towards those who gain popularity through platforms like YouTube, especially when they feel that the newcomers are not as deeply rooted in the traditional aspects of street skating and video parts.
YouTube star Garrett Ginner's experience, as shared on Lamont Holt's podcast, cleared up the air on the tensions between core skaters and YouTube sensations.
One of the key points raised is the perception that YouTube skaters are not considered "real" skateboarders by some in the core community.
Ginner realized the animosity when he tried to join the "Pros Vs. Joes" in Battle At The Berrics.
Hence, he didn't get the spot but ended up filming a kickflip at an iconic Wallenberg skate spot.
The comment he encountered, stating that he would be better if he didn't make YouTube videos, highlighted the divide between those who value the authenticity of core skate culture and those who see YouTube as a means of income without video parts and no legit board sponsors.
Holt then chimed in and said that haters criticizing Ginner might still struggle financially and still staying with their mom's and homies' couches.
It implies that the disdain could be rooted in jealousy or frustration with the changing landscape of skateboarding, where success is not solely measured by traditional skateboarding accomplishments but also by online popularity.