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Lloyd KahnElderly skateboarder
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Elderly skateboarder Lloyd Kahn
Lloyd Kahn is a elderly skateboarder who is well into his seventies. Despite his age, Lloyd continues to pursue his passion for skateboarding, which he started at the age of 65. Living in Bolinas, California, Lloyd has spent the last 40 years engaged in running, surfing, and publishing books, which is his main profession. Interestingly, Lloyd publishes books on topics that he finds personally interesting.
Active lifestyle
Lloyd describes himself as someone who has always been active. He initially took up skateboarding at the age of 65, but his first attempt resulted in a fall and a injured hand. However, this setback did not deter the courageous skateboarder and he decided to always wear protective gear while skateboarding. Today, he never rides without protection, even though his skills have noticeably improved since that first time. While Lloyd does not perform tricks intentionally, he simply enjoys riding his skateboard. His style differs from the aggressive style of teenagers, as he never reaches high speeds and always leaves himself room to jump off his skateboard if something unexpected occurs.
Ecological pursuits
At the age of 78, Lloyd believes that it is crucial to live in harmony with oneself and do what one loves. In the 1960s, he became interested in the concept of ecological homes and built one for himself using only wood and homemade bricks. He would find the materials for construction on the beach or in town, as part of his idea. Lloyd believes that people nowadays have become lazy and unwilling to do things for themselves, preferring to rely on specialists for everything. On the other hand, he tries to do as much as possible on his own. He publishes books about his hobbies, such as ecological construction, surfing, the sea, and its ecology. In recent years, with the increased interest in ecological construction, there has been a rise in demand for books on this topic, and readers occasionally approach Lloyd to share their success stories and how his books have helped them. These moments are particularly important and inspiring to him.
Inspiring others
Lloyd has been living with his wife for over twenty years, and she fully shares his interests. However, when he first started skateboarding, she thought he was a bit crazy. At the age of 78, Lloyd looks remarkably energetic with lively eyes, long white and tousled hair, and a crushed baseball cap. He does not give the impression of being 'elderly'. When he rides his skateboard alongside young people who are four times younger than him, it is impossible to determine his age. Lloyd firmly believes that age is something people make up themselves and he encourages his peers not to give up under the pressure of years and to find something fun and interesting in each day. This is how life does not become a routine and continues to bring joy at any age.
