Reddit mentions: The best scooters & equipment

• There will be other suggestions of combat machines and cyma AKs, but there's no problem starting off with a JG m4, they're solid.
  
  
• 6mm proshop is an unfamiliar brand to me, and I wouldn't trust them. This Elite Force mid cap is a well respected mag that will work well for you. They sell individually for $7.50 or boxes of 10 for $63. How many is up to you, it depends on where you play, length of game, etc. I would suggest getting 3-4 mids to start out, then go from there. (You may decide later on that you want your next gun purchase to be a different model that doesn't take m4 mags, and you don't want to have tons of mags you can't use.)
  
  
• If your budget can handle it I would suggest getting into lipo bateries. Lipo Charger Safety Bag You will have to find out how much you like to shoot, because that will impact how quickly you use a battery, and thus how many batteries you need. 2 is good for a whole day of play for me personally.
  
  
• That's not a bad option, but going with something cheaper that's lighter weight and more modular would be better for you to figure out what you need. Chest rig: this is a solid chest rig that offers expansions for a backpack and bib you can buy separately to provide you more space. Pouches: throw on one of these and you're ready to go. From here you can decide which extra pouches you want. JPC: If you feel like you really want a plate carrier, the avengers repro is a good option to start out with. Banshee: If you really want to dive headfirst, the Banshee is a very high quality plate carrier that is a great option. (Note: I linked everything in black because that's the color you had chosen for your original vest, but unless you plan on strictly playing CQB a different color would be much more beneficial.)
  
  
• Don't even worry about secondaries, get a primary loadout you're really happy with, then decide if you need a sidearm.
  
  
• As long as goggles have the appropriate ANSI rating your eyes will be safe, those goggles don't have it. Another option would be the Revisions. They're really high quality.
  
  
• Rails serve a purpose. Yeah they look cool, but being able to customize your grip is useful. Peq boxes for batteries, laser/light Peq boxes, and flashlights are also useful in certain situations. Some people also like to attach their optics forward on the gun, utilizing the rail.
  
  
• A flashlight is useful in CQB for blinding people people as well as urban environments and night games for just seeing in general. It's a nice thing to have, but by no means a necessity. Mock suppressors only serve a purpose if you want to install a longer inner barrel without replacing your outer barrel.
  
  
• Unless you have upgraded your gun for really long ranges, a magnified sight is useless. A red dot is beneficial for target acquisition. To remove the triangle sight you have to pop out two pins on the bottom of the sight that keep it clamped around the outer barrel.
  
  
• Play honorably, don't be a dick, and don't let anyone demean you for being new or having less gear. In addition, I'm a shy person, and starting out it was really hard for me to go to the field because I didn't have any friends from school who wanted to go with me. Eventually I broke the ice with some people, and now I have a great group of guys to play with. This may not apply to you, but being social and get to know the people at your local field, it will greatly enhance your experience.
  
  
• I wouldn't even think about roles right now. Wait until your next gun purchase to decide if you want to be a heavy gunner or run n' gunner etc. Ideally you would be able to try out these different play styles by borrowing guns before you decide.

I purchased my electric scooter (first paycheck) at the start of Summer 2018, and before that, was that guy on a kick scooter. The climate for electric scooters on campus went from what I could tell was me and another dude I saw once every month, to now seeing at least 3 every day.

I fear that what was once mild amusement to people now will become hatred when millions are everywhere and half the people scooting around purchased one have no idea what common courtesy is and attempt scootihicular pedestrianslaughter on the sidewalks, souring public opinion. Worrying premonitions aside, I can not say enough about how much I love my scooter to get around. It's the perfect combination of vehicle, where you don't have to worry about storing it like a bike, or if you never gained the magical skills to not die on a longboard/skateboard, a pretty easy to use ride. I use mine everyday and it does a good job. If you can use a longboard/skateboard those are very good options for pretty cheap human propelled transportation that are very popular, although I'll always have a soft spot for the A5 Lux Kick Scooter I used to roll around with. Brakes are neat, yo!

As for which scooter to get, I'm not up with the scooter times, but I use the Segway ES1 I purchased at Sam's Club for $350. Judging by the fact I've never actually seen another one of those out on campus (If you see a dude on one of these, probably wearing flip-flops, feel free to wave hello, say hi, and not hate me, I try to be as courteous as possible to other pedestrians/cyclists!), gonna go out on a limb and say they are no longer for sale at Sam's Club. However what I have seen on campus are the Xiaomi Mi or maybe this go trax thing. Can't speak for those at all, but they sure are popular.

The electric scooter market is pretty cheap, with the prices being low, but with the quality being low as well. There was literally like two options when I got mine, with the one I did get being sold off on clearance, but now with the explosion in this segment, the skies the limit, maybe.

Overall, the utility of an electric scooter is a great value for what they cost, and I'd happily answer any questions you've got. Also, yes I am a bit of a electric scooter nut/loser, if this thesis of a post is anything to go by.

I'm not sure if you are only looking for bikes, but if not, skateboards and scooters are also widely popular on campus.

These kinds of scooters are really popular. The ones with big wheels like this.
https://www.amazon.com/Razor-A5-Lux-Scooter/dp/B01M98EKEM

Penny boards and long boards and normal skateboards are really popular.

The nice thing about the scooters and skateboards is, around campus, things can get pretty crowded in some places and its easier to navigate the crowds on these smaller vehicles. Also, our campus is really hilly, and skateboards and scooters are easier to take up stairs.

Note though, I don't have experience riding a bike around campus, I ride a pennyboard so I don't know what people's experiences are with bikes.

The handlebars are ~36cm (14.17 inches) wide. The bar height is like 91cm (35.8 inches), the deck height is like 7.5 cm (3 inches), deck length is 12 cm (4.7 inches). I'm not too sure how to measure this, but the usable space on the deck seems to be about 35 cm (13.78 inches). My measuring tape I got from europe and only has centimeters, so approximated when converting.

I doubt the bearings are good, as it was only $40, the wheels are 200 cm allegedly, and all that jazz.

I also see this one online: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F9JNH92/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_-VsNDb17JFPWF

I like that it has shocks, but will that make any real difference? I mainly want something which will maximize the efficiency per kick, not rattle and shake on less smooth asphalt, is big enough for a 5'10" and 145 lb guy.

What I like about the hudora 205 is the price and look, and that it seems easy to carry with the strap. The Hikole looks great because of the shocks and better bearings. The razor a6 looks nice because I know the brand, and it seems bigger. What do you think?

It's a Xootr Mg (http://www.amazon.com/Xootr-Mg-with-Fender-Black/dp/B001LUQGYC) and cost about $270. I actually didn't like it very much... very roomy, but the performance wasn't anything special and it was very heavy and bulky.

I just returned it and instead bought a Razor A5 Lux (http://www.amazon.com/Razor-A5-Lux-Scooter/dp/B004C6BGII) for less than half the cost. I scooted it about 15 miles today all over Washington DC, and it's GREAT — much lighter and more portable than the Xootr.

The Xootrs are very classy. They're like the Rolls Royces of scooters. Razor A5s are like the Honda Civics.

Finally, something I can contribute to here. I recently bought Xiami M365 e-scooter (cost me 425€, here is Amazon link, not how I bought it). I think I have it for a month or two. I logged around 270 km so far. I use it from home to train station, then I use train to city I work in, and then from train station to work. Its something like 2.5 km in each city in each direction. Advantage is that it is relatively light and compact (12.5 kg and the handle folds). It goes up to 25 kmh, battery is specified as making 30 km if you are 75 kg person. It can only carry one person of up to 100 kg, but I believe that even heavier person can use it, especially if you change type of tires.

Now, my impressions, it is perfect for me. I can bring it both to my office, and to my apartment (elevator not working, still not too much hustle). I can bring charger with me anywhere to add some extra mileage from it. It can be stored in car trunk (I was able to put it in trunk of Opel Corsa D, rather small car), thou I would avoid this if it is too hot and sunny outside. It is on a cheaper side, so it does have some problems, but nothing too serious, especially if you are familiar with bikes (changing of tire and staff like that).

Also, now, my whole daily is electrified in a country that usually has 55% electricity generation from renewables, which is nice.

Video that I found to be fair review is this one.

Since I'm guessing you are from states, here are some conversions:

12.5 kg = 27.5 lbs

75 kg = 165 lbs

100 kg = 220 lbs

2.5 km = 1.5 mile

25 kmh = 15.5 mph

30 km = 18.5 miles

425 € = 480 $

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.

Honestly, get an M365 like 90% of us on here. It's a solid scooter, lightweight, foldable, and cheap. You can always upgrade, but it checks all the boxes for most of us. There are certainly faster scooters with better range. But for the price, I don't think it's worth it. I love how light the M365 is and you simply don't get additional range without additional weight/battery. If someone can point me to something that rivals the M365 at that pricepoint, I'm all ears.

How? Lipos are cheaper than the nimhs get 3 for 21$ and a charger that does it all for 30-40$ (could go really cheap and get a lipo cell balance charger for 12$) and a cell checker for 2-3$. If interested I can get links. 28$ for the pos wall charger is a joke you can get an imax charger that does lipos, nimhs, nicds, and lead acid batteries for 30$ seriously. It also has a display, can discharge and cycle batteries why would you but that "smart charger". I have 26 different chargers. Just don't buy one of those when you could get something way better for the same price if not less.

Links

Charger needs power supply*

The power supply

Amazon power supply included

They range in price but you can get one for 30$ I am on mobile I can get links id you'd like. Hobby king has lipo batteries 5-7$ nimhs in airsoft especially big name stores are hella over priced. Simular chargers like the ones I linked go for 100+ on evike.

The ones I linked are also made by hobby grade rc companies rather than airsoft companies. I have seen some from evike flake out. I have had mine for 15-12 years

For those wondering on technique (/u/WYLD-STALLYNS and /u/spyrolll so far):

I used several exposures at 30 seconds each -- I used a camera with manual control for this. By slowly walking around the car during each shot with one of these, the light blended together into an evenly-lit shot.

Don't despair if that light scares you off in terms of price. A good LED worklight like this one can do the job almost as well.

The car was lit with a single shot -- I walked slowly from left to right, around 25 seconds, to light the whole car. It's good to follow the car's bodylines so the light is even.

After that, I took two 30 second shots of the snowbank behind -- waving the light first to the left, then right.

Finally, I combined them in Photoshop. I layered all of the shots on top of one another, and used layer masking.

Finally, I cropped out some garbage and cloned out some specks of light that came from nearby streetlamps. It's not perfect, by any means. Still fun.

PM me for more info if you'd like!

edit: this super quick video by Andrew Link (one of the kings of this method) also helps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYXBggMK1Ps

I use the Might D Light- It is bright, magnetic, and rechargeable with a phone usb charger.
https://www.amazon.com/Might-D-Light-LED130-Rechargeable-Folding-Worklight/dp/B002T4AEGK/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1499912062&sr=1-1&keywords=might+d+light+magnetic

I always bring garbage bags, reusable shopping bags, paper towels, wipes, copious amounts of hand sanitizer, and I bring a step ladder with me. I am 5'5 but I cannot climb easily into some of the taller dumpsters. I keep a gallon of water and a first aid kit in the event of cuts. (you will want to clean it out right away). Much of this could be condensed into a backpack too.

Not knowing where you live, I really cannot say what stores would be best. Just gotta keep at it. You will eventually hit a jackpot. I literally check pretty much every dumpster I come across.. haha.

Impressive answer, thank you. I agree that nothing is a forgone conclusion and the existing players have some advantages.

My understanding of the Kodak story is not as positive. More like this:

https://www.economist.com/node/21542796


In some ways I like other answers to the electric world with different form factors like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Electric-long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight-electric/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=lp_13280951_1_2_sspa?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1521006162&sr=1-2-spons&psc=1

or this:

https://www.gocartours.com/

It was a comment meant partly seriously (see my other comment about CH₄; I'd welcome a reputable source that says that CH₄ quantities in permafrost and below the oceans are actually in the "known" category and not in the "unknown" category), and partly as a tongue-in-cheek reminder that there's more at stake here than whether this single new transportation option proves viable or not.

I'd really like to read a study about the impact of scooters on existing transit systems but I'm sure it's still too early for that. At one point I considered getting one myself as there are some very compact models out there. Having one that I could fold up and take onto a bus would really increase the effective range of my city's bus system (for me, anyway). I don't ride the bus often, but having one similar to this -- which has the incredibly simple design advantage of an extendable handle for wheeling while folded -- would change that. I still think about it.

Upgrade to a Pro Clone dashboard. I didn't want to mount a phone to see my speed. $30 on Amazon (snip the coupon)....

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TQFC9N6

And a ST-LINK programmer for $8 to flash the BLE: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01J7N3RE6

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If you want to ride in the night it’s probably best to have a helmet with built in lights like this one or a light for your current helmet like this one. A Strap clip with light would probably be helpful if wearing a backpack: strap clip light holder . Also some lights for the board like Shreadlights or Board Blazers.

I used this [solid tire ](OTBBA Solid Tire Replacement for... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P5WZ9XL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) to replace my rear wheel after it was punctured. (Alternatively, you could buy a [solid wheel already on a rim](GAGAMO Wheel Hub and... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TQLCLV4?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) and save yourself a lot of effort.)

I put some water in a pot on a stove and heated it until boiling, and poured it into a bucket with the tire in it.

I let it sit for 20 minutes and took it out. It should be warm but not too warm to handle. It may have some white marks like rubber stretching, and there'll be a rubber smell.

I ziptied through one of the tire's holes and through the wheel rim and tightened so they stayed together as I worked around the wheel. With a good amount of effort, I used these [tire irons](Dr.Roc Tire Spoon Lever Iron Tool... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3SJ699?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) to put the the tire on the rim, not worrying about the tire properly seating in the rim. Once the tire is around the rim, use a closed pair of scissors to put through the tire holes and pry up to allow a tire iron scrape under and pull the tire to seat properly.

I did this only with my rear tire and haven't had tire problems since.

I'm guessing you're in the US since you're referencing FFR. What's your current scooter? I don't normally join circlejerks, but the Xiaomi M365 is a pretty good value and it's below your budget at $379 right now on Amazon. Pneumatic tires will provide better grip and ride quality than solid tires, and if you keep the pressure up high enough (depends on your weight, but around 50 PSI), flats are not that big of an issue. The stem wobble is also better in recently produced units, and if it ever gets bad you can buy cheap rubber dampers to tighten it back up.

eScooters are an up & coming market. Supply & Demand will go wild. The Gotrax GXL has been listed on Amazon from $399 to $535, over the last 6 months according to camelcamelcamel. It's currently the cheapest it's been. As they gain more popularity and more people show interest and buy them, more people are willing to build a business around them (be it manufacturing, distribution, retail, etc). More demand causes more supply. More supply typically means lower prices in the long run. etc.

However, eScooters also fall under "high tech" heading (if you ask me). So waiting will ALWAYS have something newer/better/faster/cheaper coming out. But the premium units are probably always going to be at a premium price point.

So I'd recommend: You decide if it'll bring you value now, or you can afford to wait till later.

I have this one because at the time of purchase the Xiaomi could only be found for $600 on aliexpress (it was sketchy + long wait time) whereas I could buy this Glion on amazon that is american made and comes with a 1 year warranty and have it shipped in 2 days. The Glion is great because it folds up nicely and it can stand up straight as well as it’s impossible to get a flat tire. I’ve read that flats on the Xiaomi are a nightmare to change. If I had to do it over and purchase one right now I would get the Xiaomi though especially since it’s only $400 on Amazon.

I know exactly what you're talking about. We always called them "turtles," but I'm pretty sure that wasn't the brand name. I'll try my hardest to remember anything else.

Also, only chumps sat on them and wobbled the bars to move. Putting one knee on the seat and pushing with your other foot was the way to go.

AHA! Turns out I was closer than I thought! The Original Flying Turtle!

https://smile.amazon.com/Swagtron-K8-Commuter-Lightweight-Height-Adjustable/dp/B07MDK6YXS/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=K8+swagtron.&qid=1568238221&s=gateway&sr=8-1

this one right?

thanks! i'll definitely purchase this since its cheap hahaha

I'm a big believer in things that last. My daughter, who is now 3.5 loves this sweet set of bells which we got her for her 2nd birthday. The sound is actually not grating, either. http://www.amazon.com/Schylling-Rainbow-Music-Spin-Bells/dp/B009R7N2M0
And this scooter is worth its weight in gold: http://www.amazon.com/Micro-Mini-Kick-Scooter-Blue/dp/B0068ZRYZU/ref=pd_sim_sg_10?ie=UTF8&refRID=1FQTZ3HMBNP4GVG6QC51
Her kitchen set is a perennial favorite as well.

99% sure they’re the same model, which was also available on Amazon for $500 a while back before they sold out

Edit: looks like they’re back on Amazon for $600 now:

Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter, 18.6 Miles Long-range Battery, Up to 15.5 MPH, Easy Fold-n-Carry Design, Ultra-Lightweight Adult Electric Scooter (US Version with Warranty) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LroYBb3A01TBS

I ended up buying one of the models that Bird uses (M365 here) and have been in love with it. I use it as my main source of transportation now, and it gets me anywhere I need to go in the city.

I think with time the Public opinion on these will change as they're so much cheaper and energy efficient than cars for small trips.

I was just looking at these tires and they mention a helpful video, FWIW. On a Minipro board one guy said something about using cheap mini bike tools and zip ties. That's all I got--hardly sage, but I mean well. :)

Not sure if this is the one you’re looking for but when it was in stock I think it was like $600?

Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter, 18.6 Miles Long-Range Battery, Up to 15.5 MPH, Easy Fold-n-Carry Design, Ultra-Lightweight Adult Electric Scooter (US Version with Warranty) https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fssVCbX0HVC6V

I don't think you'll find any actual counterfeits on Amazon. They probably just mean don't buy something like this.

I'm guessing they don't sell on Amazon because the margins would suck. The suggestion about cashing out your Amazon credit to a gift card was a good one.

> if motorists, cyclists, & scooter people knew & obeyed the laws of their own conveyance & respected those of the others', we'd be safe & content.

Can I have some of what you're on? Belgium might be run by sane people, but Australia certainly isn't, and I won't mention the current US administration, as transport is a state issue.

Obedience to laws only makes sense when the laws do.

The rules are frequently written by people who are only interested in pandering to the whims of large voting groups. And if that happens to result in the deaths of an "out" group, those large voting groups are perfectly OK with that. The laws in Australia, for example, with its shitty the bicycle infrastructure, will kill you if you follow the rules. This is why they are broken all the time. The infrastructure and to a smaller degree good social norms, are vastly more important.

Personally, I'm not a fan of electric scooters and I really loathe these sorry excuses for transport. I have come to the conclusion that I hate them not because they are particularly dangerous, but because they are just so amazingly uncool. Like someone wearing a a bright pink jacket and green velvet pants. It's not harming me, but, oh god, please, just... stop....

Mi Electric Scooter, 18.6 miles long-range battery, Up to 15.5 mph, Easy Fold-n-Carry Design, Ultra-Lightweight adult electric scooter (US Version with Warranty) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jnpVAb29RB8XZ

If you live in California they rent them for 10 an hour up in Venice Beach.

I'm happy with it

As you requested. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HXMY0TE

It's on snagshout if you were interested in playing the random shipping game :)

I thought I was posting to the main thread, my mistake. This is what I was referring to. It seems like this would handle the playa much more efficiently that a "hoverboard", but still just a fun item.
https://www.amazon.com/SWAGTRON-T6-Off-Road-Hoverboard-Certified/dp/B01NH2WD3Z/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500579131&sr=8-1&keywords=off+road+hoverboard

I use this one daily:

SEGWAY ES1| eScooter- High Performance, 8-Inch Front and 7.5-Inch Back tires, up to 15.5 of Range and 12.4 of mph of Top Speed, Cruise Control, Easy to Clean Foot Pads https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WZGL8P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_jfORAb0CZNRR5

Might I recommend something like this? The only problem is that it may be too bright, so you might want to diffuse it a little.

I have owned 3, GOTRAX is about 300 on amazon and a solid one. I got a ninebot and really the only better thing is solid tires do I don't have to keep pumping up the tires.

I daily commute 3 miles outside bart, I could need to refill tires about one a week, sometimes twice.
https://www.amazon.com/GOTRAX-GXL-Commuting-Electric-Scooter/dp/B07K9MB6X1/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=etraxx+scooter&qid=1563376421&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spell

Hey, I own and ride a scooter to work nearly every day. I love it.

As for the laws, I think most people have this covered in the other comments. As for recommendations, I have ridden the GOTRAX Scooter details on amazon (https://www.amazon.com/GOTRAX-GXL-Commuting-Electric-Scooter/dp/B07K9MB6X1HJPMR2&qid=1565400244&s=gateway) - I'd rate this as "good Chinese crap". It's not amazing, it'll last MAYBE two years, and then the battery and motor will start to degrade.

I currently am riding a Minimotors Speedway Mini 4 Pro (https://minimotorsusa.com/collections/speedway/products/speedway-mini-4-pro), which is significantly heavier (30lbs), but I ride it nearly 10 miles each way, to and from work, and still get home with roughly 50% battery. It ships with a limiting wire that makes it only go 15mph but it easily can go 28-30 if you unplug it.

If you have any questions feel free to shoot them my way.

I seem to be very unlucky with my electric vehicles. I truley do ride them carefully, when I go over bigger bumps i kinda pull up so the tires dont take a big hit and I take smooth roads and stay on bike paths, I never ride it in the rain even though technically I could. I have had an es2 break on me, an acton blink quatro( A $1700 BOARD) break so consistently that it spent more time in SF getting fixed than in my possession. Luckily I am kind of a pain in the ass about getting refunds so I haven't taken a financial hit from these I do take a mental hit when I have to spend hours on the line with tech support and customer service. I just want something that won't break under very normal operating procedures. the m365 seems to be the right one cause there are so many people that own them. I did already purchase the X7 now just cause I need it for transport and the initial answer I got was meh. I'm taking a chance on this one mainly cause the specs are more what I am looking for. Also I would but the xaomi pro if it was on amazon. my es2 refund just came through and it was given as amazon credit which I requested cause it would mean zero processing time and I did need a new one asap. If you're curious I can let you know how it is in a few months or if this one breaks on me too. In that case I would just buy a xaomi once and for all. The current listing on amazon is very odd though It is sold by xaomi but the different buying options weirds me out

This one!! I love it

Got it. For any future interested parties - I am planning to go with this charger: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07317STLV/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A38LKZ9G0O06PW&psc=1


Here's the power supply I was using: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HXMY0TE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You're right, that's what makes Reddit great - people can weigh in with their opinions and have a nice discussion on a variety of topics.

Where I take issue is when a user presents an opinion followed immediately by "don't listen to opinions that are different from mine." ("don't listen to the negative reviews")

In that case I WILL jump in because, like it or not, the data shows a very different picture and OP should read it before making a purchasing decision.

Don't do that, get a smart charger instead. I'll link the one I have in a little bit.


I have this one


and I am looking at getting this one


Both of these also have one extra really cool feature, you can power them with DC OR AC, this means, you could put a DC battery (i.e. car battery) on your cart, and recharge your robot batteries on the move.

They're supposed to have up to an 18 mile range so that should be no problem https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=sxts_k2p-hero-vn_bs_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=8011851592090061987&pd_rd_wg=akSgO&pf_rd_r=5H1D8HAG7PEETT72YWXP&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-top-slot&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B076KKX4BC&pd_rd_w=rXyAb&pf_rd_i=escooter&pd_rd_r=5874747a-863e-43bc-b0cf-7e35d3c9d8e7&ie=UTF8&qid=1526946042&sr=1

I rode one a bit last week. They're pretty cool but we need more bike lanes for them to be fully useful.

I haven't done a thorough product research and I have not ridden an electric scooter for more than 5 minutes. So I do not have the qualifications or experience to actually make a recommendation:

But here's the cheap option, and I have seen a bunch of these around town:

https://www.amazon.com/GOTRAX-GXL-Commuting-Electric-Scooter/dp/B07K9MB6X1

And here's the luxury option, which I have never seen but is always talked about as being awesome:

https://www.amazon.com/Glion-Foldable-Lightweight-Electric-Scooter/dp/B018KTMOPG/?tag=aboutcom02lifewire-20&ascsubtag=4158652%7Cgoogle.com%7C%7C%7C70%2C9%2C75%2C86%2C29%2C77%7C1%7C

TBF, I don't think they are death traps if ridden with a helmet, and operated in a safe manner by someone with a little practice and who stays aware of traffic.

No I'm pretty sure I'm in the right place.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K9MB6X1/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_0wA1DbS30VTG3

Scooter like the one above, I am not talking about ones like this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DHZ61Q8/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_LyA1DbMAMRPZE

If r/scooter does include those than I am sorry for the inconvenience, I just thought that one was more moped based

The Andymark charger which you have linked is an Lead Acid type charger (car battery). Which is not be used with NiMH batteries which are the Tetrix batteries that you use. You should be looking for a multi bank NiMH smart (balance) charging station. Something like: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HB6VF5Y?psc=1 Would work very well. Keep in mind with no matter what you get, you will need to put your own Anderson PowerPoles on the ends of the charging cables.

Could be a bit soon, though some companies have already started their black friday sales, like the popular Gotrax electric scooter that is on sale already for $399.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TQFC9N6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Then flash your scooter as a m365 pro. It wont be one but it will be faster and have three speed modes and speedometer will work. I can a bit over 18MPH on the flats now in mode 3. The acceleration is way better too.

INSTRUCTIONS - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75mQx0tf2xU

Normally, the weight limit recommendation is directly related to the amount of power it will consume to move the scooter, so the battery usage and maximum range will be affected as a result of that. However, you also have to consider whether or not the frame can handle the additional weight.

That being said, I would more recommend a scooter that has a stronger frame, less welded parts, or just one that specifically states it can accommodate a higher weight limit.

That being said, the Glion Dolly has a max rider limit of 255 lbs. and the Uberscoot is at 265 lbs.

I got mine on Amazon US with free prime shipping it's in stock now here for 599 US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wwX3BbN97VYFN

m365 is 399$. Gotrax is like https://www.amazon.com/GOTRAX-GXL-Commuting-Electric-Scooter/dp/B07K9MB6X1/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=m365&qid=1562983647&s=gateway&sr=8-5

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idk nothing about them. take my advice with the grain of salt. check out the sticky like the other user suggested.

Considering one can get a squished hoverboard for a third the price of a pint, you're not wrong.

M365 on Amazon Canada for $579.99 Cad

Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter, 18.6 Miles Long-Range Battery, Up to 15.5 MPH, Easy Fold-n-Carry Design, Ultra-Lightweight Adult Electric Scooter (US Version with Warranty) https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_LSulDbJDGA4ZT

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B076KKX4BC/ref=dp_olp_new_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=new

amazon has it in stock now but its 599 instead of the usual 499.99.
I bought mine last week for 540 with tax. Let me know if you wanna buy mine off me for like 570 its still in the box sitting brand new

Last question, I promise :D

Out of this Swagtron K8, Hikole dual suspension, and the A6, which would you pick?

Hikole: https://www.amazon.com/Hikole-Commuter-Carrying-Adjustable-Aluminium/dp/B07QNP5Y63/ref=zg_bs_13280971_41?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=B85WDEX7SW4CD2KE6KGC&th=1

Swagtron: https://www.amazon.com/Swagtron-K8-Commuter-Lightweight-Height-Adjustable/dp/B07MDK6YXS/ref=zg_bs_13280971_27?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=B85WDEX7SW4CD2KE6KGC

Cutting to the chase. Just go buy this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WZGL8P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_jfORAb0CZNRR5 It's a good scooter at a great price. Not a speed demon, but unlike eSk8, the makers have to speed limit them to be able to sell in most markets due to local laws.

This one, it's simple and basic, does everything a scooter does, and can fold up pretty compact for taking into lectures/classes.

Got my 1 year old this 3 wheel scooter. He's now very good at riding it by himself now that he's almost 2.

Micro Mobility Mini 3in1 - Scooters (Kids, Asphalt, Blue, Polyurethane) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0068ZRYZU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_XUbFybK5885P5

Got it for $99 a year ago.

Have you seen anyone riding these My friends told me they are very popular in California, but I haven’t seen anyone riding these in Rutgers.

Or just buy it for 500 now?

Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter, 18.6 Miles Long-range Battery, Up to 15.5 MPH, Easy Fold-n-Carry Design, Ultra-Lightweight Adult Electric Scooter (US Version with Warranty) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6B40Cb9NZ07VH

Looks like it's still there for me. Are you guys in the US? Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter

http://www.amazon.com/Razor-A5-Lux-Scooter/dp/B004C6BGII

You should get one, it drastically improves your quality of life

Fixed, the site I found had a dynamic page.
http://www.amazon.com/Original-Flying-Turtle%C2%AE-Multiple-Colors/dp/B0018DFAQW

They look like this

https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC

You download an app and it's like 15 cents mile or something. But they are everywhere downtown. Thousands littered all on sidewalks. It's crazy.

here's a novel idea if you're only concerned about commuting around DTLA. You know those bird/lime scooters with a 15mph top speed?

Get this, you can buy your own one for $500 here. Cruising around on one of the through SM was almost as much fun as my motorcycle.

Other than that I agree with what the other guys said. Your issue isn't a motorcycle issue, it's a lack of ABS issue. If you get yourself a bike with ABS you can just grab a fistful or brake and it won't buck you off, no need to worry about the details.

Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter, 18.6 Miles Long-range Battery, Up to 15.5 MPH, Easy Fold-n-Carry Design, Ultra-Lightweight Adult Electric Scooter (US Version with Warranty) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_x30oDbCSH1QDM

This is what I purchased not sure

Looks like it's back up: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076KKX4BC

Compare it to the commercially available version of the Scooter that Bird uses.

https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC

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Statement based on this: https://qz.com/1257198/xiaomi-makes-the-bird-and-spin-scooters-taking-over-san-francisco/

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They both have the same wattage motor and similar battery capacity (I think).

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Bird does have larger wheels (8 inches, pneumatic, compared to 6 inch solid), so in ideal conditions, it's top speed is theoretically going to be slightly higher, but in practical use, they are going to operate similarly.

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The Bird version is heavier. It has some functionality to reclaim some lost energy, so battery will likely last longer. It also has app functionality.

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The Mi is $649, and the Voyager Ion is $200+.

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"tag=slicinc-20" in the link you posted means someone gets a commission every time someone follows that link and purchases that product. Using a link in that format is a bannable offense here. Assuming this was an honest mistake - bear in mind that in the future you want to chop off everything from the question mark onward in the URL to be allowed to share it here. In this case it would just be:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC

Board Blazers, The Original LED Underglow Lights for Skateboards, Longboards, Self Balancing Scooters & Kick Scooters https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008AJYRRA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wKYyDbQZWVYS0

Pretty sure Bird and Scoot use this scooter from Xiaomi. I've been debating between buying this or a Boosted Board vs just Ubering it to my office from the Caltrain.

Lime I think makes their own scooter. Their scooter seriously sucks when it comes to handling bumps on the road.

What are the criteria? Has to have a hook and be able to stand up? Do you need rechargeable?

Here's one for $22 that does basically what the snap-on one does although it might not be as stable.

And this kinda ridiculous looking but well-reviewed folding light for $30.

edit: try this Amazon search to get an idea of some of the stuff that's out there

Rumor has it that it is a Xiaomi Mi. Amazon link for comparison: https://www.amazon.com/Electric-long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight-electric/dp/B076KKX4BC?ref=ast_p_ep

You can even buy them on Amazon for $500! https://www.amazon.com/Electric-long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight-electric/dp/B076KKX4BC

Most Lime/Bird scooters are Xiaomi scooters! You can buy one off amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC

because Xiaomi just flooded the market with these new scooters and 3 different companies started buying them up and slapping their logo on them. You can buy those scooters on amazon for $500 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC

This scooter only came out at the beginning of the year and it is the first electric scooter to be imported to the US in mass numbers

Grab a jump bike.

Although given that you’d have a bike lanes the whole way, the scooter can work and the Xiaomi M365 that bird used in gen 1 scooters is only $350 on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC/

Picture as requested.

Also, link to its Amazon page.

Xiaomi officially entered the US market, and their distributor is Amazon. This is the literal exact model that Bird uses. You can buy directly now: https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC

Good spot! Link for lazy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_bpgqDb8YJJ960

I'm a fan. You can buy one yourself for 500$ apparently the company was trying to keep the manufacturer a secret but here it is:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_AIy0AbAF7YV96

I got some cheap lights. I don't ride a ton at night and I don't ride in the street so I wasn't super worried about visibility. Here is a link.

Here's an Amazon link. Probably mobile sorry fellas.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wzHADbT7E0XNC

Here both are allowed in the bicycle lane. I think helmet (bicycle helmet) is mandatory. They're essentially electric mopeds.

Don't get me started on the electric scooters (these: https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC )

This is that you need.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TQFC9N6/

Get an electric bike or scooter.

Go from your apartment to Caltrain(5 minutes).

Get off at Sunnyvale (10-15 minutes depending on which train you catch).

Scoot to Moffett (10 minutes).

Grab one of these or an ebike
https://www.amazon.com/Electric-long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight-electric/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524570561&sr=8-1&keywords=xiaomi+scooter

How about an electric scooter for sidewalk riding?

https://www.amazon.com/SEGWAY-eScooter-Performance-7-5-Inch-Control/dp/B074WZGL8P

https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC

Why not just buy an electric scooter at that cost?

https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC $420 for the same model.

You could have posted the NON-SPAM direct link instead; https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC

Though it's academic since it's NLA at the link.

I bought an electric scooter with extended battery and put it in the plane. It goes 15mph and can go for 30 miles.

this one ?
https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=electric+scooter&qid=1557354574&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Yeah or you can by the exact one for a fraction of that.

You can buy the Xiaomi variant for < $500 https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC

https://www.amazon.com/Glion-Foldable-Lightweight-Electric-Scooter/dp/B018KTMOPG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1537111731&sr=8-1&keywords=glion+dolly

Are you looking at the regular version or the Pro?

https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=m365&qid=1570637772&sr=8-2

Regular version, the pro as $1000

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$650 + tax ~ $50

https://www.amazon.ca/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-Range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC/

Znao sam :D

Could be that they bought Xiaomi's. They are the company that makes the Bird scooters.

https://www.amazon.com/Electric-long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight-electric/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=sr_1_2?s=outdoor-recreation&ie=UTF8&qid=1527007211&sr=1-2&keywords=Xiaomi+scooter

> I really wanted to ride one

you could always get your own

these

Just buy one...pretty cheap and same model they use.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076KKX4BC?pf_rd_p=f3acc539-5d5f-49a3-89ea-768a917d5900&pf_rd_r=83J6X75D1GFH410A7V7G

May not help you but Bird uses these - https://www.amazon.com/Electric-long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight-electric/dp/B076KKX4BC

I noticed that too on Amazon. I checked the price history using camelcamelcamel and you can see that they periodically jack the price way up for a short amount of time and then slam it back down. I've noticed some price creep like this before on amz but nothing with such huge changes.

I think if you wait a short while it'll go back down.

> rapando todos os patinetes estacionados

Em local irregular (de acordo com a lei).

Só que a maneira que eles estão recolhendo é bizarra: frequentemente eles pegam o patinete e arremessam para dentro de uma caçamba de caminhão, de qualquer jeito. Porque o patinete só destrava via aplicativo.

Imagine um veículo como este sendo arremessado como se fosse um saco de areia.

No Twitter tem alguns vídeos mostrando essas remoções. Muito diferente das mostradas nos telejornais, diga-se de passagem.

Com isso, o patinete acaba sofrendo avarias severas, ficando quase que inutilizado.

A empresa responsável pelos patinetes estima uma perda de 400 patinetes. Supondo que eles custaram cerca de R$ 1800 talqueis...

I have the same scooter that Bird uses and use it for daily commute. If you're not overweight (275+) you should be fine on slight hills and such.

I am above that weight limit and still have enough juice to do about 5 miles daily on a single charge.

I use it to get from Rosi village to Forest Hills and then the reverse commute is North Station to South Station and then Forest Hills to home.

It feels much safer and more comfortable riding in bike lanes than sidewalks, cars are not much of an issue I've found, traffic is usually slower than me eve ant 15-16.5mph


The biggest issue is fixing a patch if you pop a tire. Just take the wheel to a bike shop with a new inner tube (they sell thicker ones on amazon too) - costs about $15 to fix a flat. The reason I dont say DIY is cause it's a fucking PAIN to get the tire back on.


All in all, I love how it's modified my commute. I have done the full North Station to Roslindale commute (9mi in about 55min) went from full charge to 20%, but again, I'm a big guy so you have to think about that when considering distance. 3 miles you should be able to do in 20-25min no problem.

https://www.amazon.com/Xiaomi-Electric-Long-range-Fold-n-Carry-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B076KKX4BC/ref=sr_1_3?hvadid=214412971590&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9001978&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=17202018431095415180&hvtargid=kwd-301887435343&keywords=xiaomi+m365&qid=1554410865&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Get a scooter, like one of these razor scooters on Amazon It'll make it a little faster, and it folds up. Last year I commuted on the TTC daily with it, and I took it into class and tucked it under my chair and had no complaints

You can get the Chinese Spyware version on amazon for cheaper. I've considered doing the same thing, but I worry about all of the dumbasses who will vandalize it either accidentally or intentionally

I think scooter skill and etiquette will improve with time. You still have a lot of people riding them for the first time to try them out.

Side note, does anyone have one of these and know how to lock them to bike racks? I'm passively interested in one but the inability to lock them seems devastating.

What the fuck? An m365 for $1,000? Get outta here with that shit.

Here's a REAL offer, damn. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076KKX4BC