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- Amicus0
I've never been able to skate or blade worth a damn. I respect the guys that have the time, patience, guts and thick skin to pull off some of the amazing moves they do.
It's the same for any sport though. If you love it, practice hard and are good at what you do all power to ya.
I train as much as possible in karate – my favourite sport/passion whatever you want to call it. I've dislocated fingers and toes, my right hip goes out regularly but I just keep on going. That is the essence behind hardcore anything isn't it????
If Nike makes good boards - ride 'em. If they don't, don't. If the kicks are comfy and last they'll do well, and if they don't they improve or fade away.
Try doing your shopping on the way home from a few hours of hard training or teaching wearing a white gi (pyjamas for the novice). The thing that changes perceptions is when someone is bashed outside and I calmly walk out ready to help, and if the trouble is gone I take charge of the first aid.
Work Hard, Play Hard and help out when needed.
I don't care if some one calls me a pyjama mama or whatever. If they really wanted to step up they'd learn a lesson or two (hopefully without me having to resort to actually throwing a strike or punch).
Oh, and if you're a nerd - Live long and prosper.