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8/28 - “Skateboarding age limit”
By The Stabbing Pen | August 28, 2008
This is an issue I’m torn over. For me, I typically associate skateboarding with rebellious teens who like to hang out anywhere there are outdoor stairs. However, lately I’ve been spotting some older people skateboarding around. I’m talking guys in their mid to late 30’s, if not even older.
On one hand, I have no problem with this. They are doing something they enjoy for recreation and exercise. Why should age have anything to do skateboarding? In fact, I’d be somewhat of a hypocrite to criticize. I enjoy rollerblading, and have made such bold statements proclaiming that I plan to do that well into my 80’s.
On the other hand, you guys need to grow up. Stop trying to be cool and recapture your youth. You’re old. Get a car, a bike, or just walk to places please. I think maybe what it comes down to is not so much older guys skateboarding, but their appearance when they do so. If they are obviously trying to “hip it up,” I could become enraged — but if it’s clear it’s some regular Joe, that just happens to enjoy a nice weekend afternoon by skateboarding, I’m cool with it.
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