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Skateboarding is an action sport and a hobby for thousands of people all over the world. Teenagers particularly [likes|is liking|like|is like] it for being outside and having lots of fun.

You don't have to be a sportsman to take up this hobby. A wooden board with four plastic wheels, safety pads and a helmet — that's all you need [start|to start|starting| is starting] riding. There are many advantages of skateboarding. It's so easy to take a skateboard with you to the park, or when you go travelling. You can carry it in your backpack, as it's not very heavy. Some people [use|uses|using|is using] skateboards not only as a nice free time activity, but as a way of transportation. Isn't it good to get to school by skating rather than taking a bus?

However, to ride a skateboard, you need to be brave and not afraid of falling. Having a good sense of balance is important for keeping you safe. But be ready to get a few scratches and bruises.

As exciting as skateboarding may be for many people, another active sport [becomes|become|to become|is becoming] popular. A lot of teenagers and adults [starting|are starting|start|starts] to ride scooters these days. It's much easier to control and it's safer. Also, you can choose an electric scooter, which is faster than any skateboard. Another thing is that a scooter is bigger and heavier, and it's not easy to carry it around with you.

Both sports have advantages and disadvantages, but the choice is up to you. After all, skateboarding is not just a hobby or sport, it's a culture that brings together thousands of people from all over the world.