grab a handful

Generally referring to wide open throttle while operating an ATV, Motorcycle, Snowmobile, or any other twist or squeeze throttle operation on motorized vehicles.

"I was coming up to this real steep hill on my snowmobile and it had a massive drift on top so I had to Grab a handful and hung on!

by Karlos69 March 17, 2017

grab a handful of second

The process of shifting your vehicle from 1st to 2nd gear, usually in a quick, violent fashion. The shift will most likely be followed by excessive tire spin.

"Those guys just jumped in their vette; you better grab a handful of second and get out of here!"

by michaelbolton1 August 26, 2009