Cities are trying to get people out of their cars, especially forshort commutes.
While ebikes andescootersget plenty of exposure in efforts to get people out of their cars.
Theres another form of transport you might not have given much thought commuting by eskateboard.
Thats right, electric-powered skateboards where you dont need to use your foot to kick-off or brake.
But skateboarding comes witha bunch of challenges.Further, there are no micromobility providers hiring out eskateboards.
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Here are some key tips:
Should you build or buy your eskateboard?
That is the most critical aspect of owning one of these boards be prepared to do some work.
Whats the best way to buy in the absence of brick-and-mortar stores?
That said, if theres a choice, personally, Id buy locally for ~10+% more.
If your remote gets lost, you’re free to order a replacement.
For most boards, that takes less than 30 minutes.
But that particular repair is very rare.
Get supplies!
Many people recommend you buyspare partsfor your setup.
Eskateboard safety
No one wants to break bones traveling to work.
Scottie88 stressed:
WEAR GEAR!
Lots and lots of gear if skin and bones are important.
Pain isnt very fun unless of course, ones a masochist.
According Jed:
Helmet and slide gloves is the bare minimum equipment I ride with.
They have saved me from injuries on many occasions while I was learning and even after I became proficient.
Take your time while you learn.
Whats next in eskateboarding innovation?
Eskateboards are getting better batteries with a longer range and faster charging.
But theres still room for improvement.
However, like many outdoor activities, you cant replace the visceral with the technological.
When tech takes over, I might as well stay home & go VR.
So there you have it, the slowdowns from the eskaters themselves.
As weve seen with ebikes, the trend for mobility shows no sign of abating.
