This entry was published at least two years ago (originally posted on March 15, 2006). Since that time the information may have become outdated or my beliefs may have changed (in general, assume a more open and liberal current viewpoint). A fuller disclaimer is available.
Actually, these things are seriously cool. I don’t think you’ll ever catch me actually trying them (I’ve yet to set foot on a skateboard, and I haven’t tried any form of skates — traditional roller, inline, or ice — in years), but they’re still neat. Two skateboard wheels attached to the underside of a small (looks to be about 3″ by 4″) board just big enough for your foot. One set for each foot. Skate.
(via MeFi)
I saw those things… CRAZY. They look like they are SO hard to use properly… even the guy in the video almost falls a couple times when he’s going down the hill.
Wow. That looks terrifying. I want them.
I was going to say. Over my dead body! But then it struck me, it wouldn’t take me long to reach that condition. So I’ll just stick with… Hell No.
Get a pair, never too old to learn, serious fun, carving, downhill bombing. Best fun and madness ive had in years.
Just got a pair…
First day.. could stand on them and go for a few meters.
Second day.. 10 – 15 meters…
Third day.. flying around my street..
The technique is a little tricky to get used to but once you do.. it’s great fun.