They might fall harder and heal more slowly, but older riders are carving bowls, rebuilding confidence, and rediscovering the thrills.By Allan SteinPEORIA, Ariz.—The Old Dude Skater Crew is back on the ramps at Rio Vista Community Park, carving bowls, landing tricks, and proving that skateboarding doesn’t come with an expiration date.
Steve Scales, 50, believes you’re never too old to throw down. He kicks off and launches into a difficult aerial that many skateboarders half his age would hesitate to attempt.The public skateboard park in Peoria, Arizona, offers the ideal setting to refine his “steeze,” skateboard slang for a smooth blend of style and control in motion.-tallest member at 6 feet 8 inches.The price of staying on a skateboard has included broken r
