I am currently in LA. When we arrived at LAX, I saw a young gal whiz by me on a pair of roller skates like we used to wear when we were pre-teens. I am talking about the skates with four wheels on each foot.

A second later, I had a flashback to my life in Queens, NY, 55 years ago when I used to spend hours each day pounding the pavement on my skates. It was one of those times when you preferred to be alone so you could fantasize about being a sports super star while you skated.

Today, I heard about Action Rocketskates that look like they are for sports enthusiasts but probably are suited for our age group as well. They look somewhat safe and sturdy. See if you agree. Look at the above video.

Rocketskates are electric, motorized skates that strap over your shoes. The company explains that “each skate has two hub motors controlled by an on-board microprocessor. They are powered by a lithium-ion battery pack. The skates also communicate with each other so they maintain the same speed and behavior.”

Rocketskates are now featured on Kickstarter because the developers need money to produce enough inventory to fill their ever-increasing orders.

Unlike the roller skates of our time, Rocketskates have an app. You can monitor your skates and their performance. You can also track skating routes, skate diagnosis, battery status, games, and social interactivity. The app keeps you in touch with other Rocketskaters.

Times have certainly changed, This just might be a new pastime for our crowd.