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Taking It to the Streets In Style.(The Good Life; SPORT)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)

Newsweek International

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Byline: Morgan Brennan

Once the toys of rowdy teenagers, skateboards have grown up alongside their riders. Companies are now creating high-quality, technologically savvy skateboards that are both ecofriendly and easy to ride. The American company Exkate is launching its 2009 Pro-Line 600 series just in time for the holiday season (hint, hint). They feature new state-of-the-art decks, quiet electric motors, and a wireless remote-control system which can be used for steering the board while riding it. The limited-edition Big Dream 600 offers a 30.5-kph ride and a classic rosewood deck ($750; www.altered electricskateboards.com).

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