It shows extra resolve and commitment to me. Probably attracts more eyeballs, which never hurts.

But sometimes this can be uncomfortable... Are you able to just confidently walk up and grab it or do you loudly first ask "DO YOU NEED A HAND?!"

Most of the time this makes them super uncomfortable, which is great! Better them than me. But other times they're way too okay with it.

My wife and I made the decent walk at least 6-7 times while we were there for 10 days 2 years ago. The fried onions and sauces they put on make the hot dogs so delicious! One of multiple solid reasons to visit, for sure.