At my local scootering forum I was given a signature "almost PRO" as the best rider in Russia who is really close to start getting free scooter parts from some Moscow shops. In my opinion, it is needed when the rider reaches such level of riding that he cannot realize all his riding potential because he destroys scooters faster, than his parents/he earns for it.
But I usually act modest. Today it is not a reason to show off. Maybe later, when kickscooter will be more popular in my country... I don't really care: pro or amatuer is rider. It is nice if he rides awesome, if he feel comfortable with all the equipment, if he is doing it firstly FOR FUN, for pleasure, not for being a respectable hardcore professional worldwide superstar.
But I usually act modest. Today it is not a reason to show off. Maybe later, when kickscooter will be more popular in my country... I don't really care: pro or amatuer is rider. It is nice if he rides awesome, if he feel comfortable with all the equipment, if he is doing it firstly FOR FUN, for pleasure, not for being a respectable hardcore professional worldwide superstar.