Mid-Life Crisis or Mid-Life Renaissance?

I prefer to think of it as a Mid-Life Renaissance.  At the young age of 49, I have purchased a RipStik.  You can see what they are here.  I got a great deal on a red one at Amazon (I don't know why the red one was cheaper, but it was).

Here's what it looks like:

Basically, it is very much like a skateboard, except instead of having four wheels, it only has two.  This enables you to power the board without pushing your foot on the ground like you do with a regular skateboard.  Instead, you use a back and forth hip motion to make the board pick up speed.  I have no idea how I'm going to learn to ride this thing, but I know that I am.  I will report back with video when I can do it.

Wow

Now this is an inspiring surfing story...

The must-have maneuver for pro surfers in 2010

Don't know how to surf, yet, but I find the thought of being able to do it inspiring, and good motivation to stay healthy and in shape.  How cool would it be to be able to do this?

The must-have maneuver for pro surfers in 2010