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I am Dra Yane from Libreville, Gabon. I am 18 years old and I started skateboarding in 2019. I started skating because I find fun in danger. Skateboarding is pretty dangerous to me.
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How is the skate scene where you live?
Skateboarding here is not really loved by everyone but we the skateboarders don't care anyway. I dream of one day making skateboarding very known and loved here.
In your opinion, what can improve skateboarding in Gabon?
What can improve it is the construction of a skate park. I feel that will grow the scene and a lot of people will be interested and have a place to practice.
What is your most memorable skateboarding moment so far?
Ermmm I think that will be when I first started skating gaps.
What is your plan for the future in terms of skateboarding?
My plan is just to get better at skateboarding and be both mentally and physically ready for whatever comes next.
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Where do you see yourself in 5 years
I see myself being more responsible.
Maybe I will have a family
Do you have any trick or tricks you have been struggling to learn?
Man, all tricks that involves spinning your body.
Who is your favorite skater in your country?
It's Gustelly.
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Where do you see Gabon skateboarding in the next 5 years?
I feel there will more skaters.
If you could change one thing, not just in skateboarding but life in general, what would it be?
It will be my behavior because I really like being alone.
Is there anything you would like to add that wasn't asked?
Not really, the rest is yet to be discovered.
