In urban America—or even the more centralized locations of smaller cities—it's more complicated. Mopeds and scooters—long a common transportation form in foreign cities—are starting to catch on in America, although the parking challenges remain. Along the narrow, palm-tree-lined walkways, one will see hundreds of students skateboarding throughout the day, performing nollies and kickflips along the ledges. According to JC Porter, an assistant director of commuter services at ASU, skateboarding has long been part of the culture here. Porter couldn't give exact figures on the percentage of ASU students who skateboard, but said that the option appeals to diverse groups.

Source: Forbes August 28, 2017 23:46 UTC