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1flyingyogi 02-22-2017 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by David Paule (Post 1151221)
This might be of interest. Of course you'd have to get accustomed to skateboards....

Dave

If I were traveling by myself, that would definitely be the best option. I used to skate when I was a kid (over 30 years ago!), so I would require a few days to the hang of it again, but should be fun! But the chances of my wife willing to learn how to skate is probably next to zero.

Or maybe skateboard for me and hover-board for her! =)

1flyingyogi 02-22-2017 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by David Paule (Post 1151376)


3 mph,
2-3 mile radius,
500 mile life,
Can be recharged with a snack in flight.

The main issue is the comparatively slow speed. However this can be partially mitigated (not 100% of the time, though) with this add-on accessory:



Dave

The 3mph and 2-3mile radius is definitely the limiting factor. But I love the add-on option! We used it when we flew into Big Bear last week. Works great! :D

tfriendshuh 02-22-2017 11:23 AM

I'm going to try one of these:


larrynew 02-22-2017 12:34 PM

Worked for us in Angel Fire, NM. Only took 20 seconds for someone to stop.

No other transportation options we could find. For the 3 miles back to the airport after skiiing all day, we ordered a pizza in town to be delivered and rode with the delivery driver.

Loving the memories the RV is helping create!


David Paule 03-16-2017 06:03 PM

Seen a Ninebot
 
A couple of teenagers in my neighborhood have these. I'd seen them whizzing around lately and talked to them today. The kids are around 14 or 15, I suppose.

They said the things take some balance at low speeds while you're learning.

They also estimated a five hour learning period.

I picked up one of the devices. It weighs around 30 pounds and with the add-ons they have for it (side pads and handle) is bulkier than I'd expected. But it would fit into an RV-3 baggage compartment.

Theirs are totally wrapped in duct tape to protect against scratches and gouges. And there are some. Due to the duct tape, I'm not sure these are Ninebots or clones.

I didn't think to ask what they do with them when they go to a store or someplace.

Dave

Ironflight 03-16-2017 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by David Paule (Post 1158466)
A couple of teenagers in my neighborhood have these. I'd seen them whizzing around lately and talked to them today. The kids are around 14 or 15, I suppose.

They said the things take some balance at low speeds while you're learning.

They also estimated a five hour learning period.

I picked up one of the devices. It weighs around 30 pounds and with the add-ons they have for it (side pads and handle) is bulkier than I'd expected. But it would fit into an RV-3 baggage compartment.

Theirs are totally wrapped in duct tape to protect against scratches and gouges. And there are some. Due to the duct tape, I'm not sure these are Ninebots or clones.

I didn't think to ask what they do with them when they go to a store or someplace.

Dave

If it took a kid 5 hours to learn it, I doubt its a Ninebot - or those are unusual kids! It took me about 30 seconds to feel comfortable on it. It took our 92 year old friend about a minute or two.

I had mine in the forward baggage compartment of the -8 with plenty of room to spare last weekend, and I have previously had it in the back. Yup - it should fit in the -3.

Paul

ExtraKatana 03-16-2017 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by pyolet (Post 1150682)
Very cool device! It's a shame that they're prohibited at AirVenture! That's the most walking I do on pavement annually and would love to use one there for the week. :mad: Probably wouldn't put 10 miles on it the rest of the year in my neck of the woods.

Soooo much 4-wheel traffic at airventure that you constantly ate on guard when walking the main roads. Probably real mayhem if everyone was on a Ninebot, but wish they would limit the traffic a bit.

1flyingyogi 05-11-2017 10:54 PM

Swagtron T5 for sale
 
Hey guys. I have a brand new Swagtron T5 I bought a few months ago up for sale. I have only used a couple of times in my living room and driveway. It's super easy to ride. Even my wife got the hang of it and she's no athlete. We have an RV4 and there's no way two of these will fit in the baggage compartment and still be within CG limits with a passenger in the back. (They're over 20lbs each)

So it's up for sale for $200. Please PM or email me if interested. Thanks.

Here's a photo: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3X...ew?usp=sharing

More info here: http://www.target.com/p/swagtron-153...B&gclsrc=aw.ds

tfriendshuh 05-12-2017 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Ironflight (Post 1158487)
If it took a kid 5 hours to learn it, I doubt its a Ninebot - or those are unusual kids! It took me about 30 seconds to feel comfortable on it. It took our 92 year old friend about a minute or two.

I had mine in the forward baggage compartment of the -8 with plenty of room to spare last weekend, and I have previously had it in the back. Yup - it should fit in the -3.

Paul

I think David's talking about the ninebot one - it's a unicycle and as such, has a significantly steeper learning curve than the 2 wheeled boards


roadrunner20 05-12-2017 08:08 AM

I finally joined the ninebot mini club last week.
It's a lot of fun & only took a few minutes to feel comfortable with the ride. Now, I just need my wife to get on it.
I see this as a great way to get around & I'm looking forward to our next bahamas or keys trip.
Not too sure if I could have ridden the One.


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