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I have tried a lot of products in this space, and this one is my favorite without a doubt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNqOU4jx62I

I really like the large wheel size on this thing. It definitely lessens concerns about sidewalk cracks or foreign objects on roads suddenly causing the dreaded "sudden stop" of a skateboard which basically launches the rider.

I have seen plenty of 30+ year-olds on Boosted Boards in SF.

Same in NYC (I'm one of them)

Anecdotes don't make data, but I'm 36 and recently bought a regular old skateboard so I could keep up with my kids on scooters/bikes. I get some strange looks from other parents and my friends give me some shit but it's all in good fun (they're secretly jealous I think!).

I would definitely ride a boosted board if I could justify the $1500.