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When people hear the terms “scooter board” and “board scooter” (or “boardscooter”), they may assume these are simply two ways of saying the same thing. In reality, they refer to two entirely different kinds of devices, each with its own…
Kick scooters and kick bikes (aka foot bikes) are both leg-powered, but they serve different needs. Kick scooters are compact and built for short-distance travel, like city commuting. They have smaller wheels (usually under 12″) and an upright riding stance.…
Kick scooters were originally created for children, but today, there are adult kick scooters available on the market. These scooters feature higher handlebars, a wider and longer deck, larger wheels, a higher weight capacity, and more efficient brakes. Boardy, in…
A premium kick scooter stands out through refined craftsmanship, precision engineering, and carefully selected components. There’s no wobble, no rattling parts, and every element fits perfectly. These scooters are typically produced in small, high-quality batches, with a focus on long-term…
We mean kick scootering here, the kind you power with your legs, not electric. Depending on how hard you ride and your weight, you might burn 350 to 700 calories in an hour. That’s about the same as running or…
The speed you can achieve on a kick scooter depends on both your fitness level and the scooter’s design. For safety reasons, we recommend not exceeding 10 mph (16 km/h), but with Boardy, some riders have reached speeds of over…
Solid polyurethane (PU) wheels are inexpensive and won’t get flat tires, but they come with several drawbacks. They lack grip when wet, the bearings in their plastic hubs loosen quickly, their load capacity is low, they don’t absorb vibrations, and…
Kick scooting is a full-body workout. After a ride, you’ll feel muscle soreness in nearly all muscle groups, including your legs, core, abs, scapulas, shoulders, and arms. It’s an excellent way to engage your entire body!
The distance you can travel on a kick scooter depends on both the rider’s physical condition and the scooter’s design. Features like a low deck height, high handlebars, low rolling resistance wheels, and a wide deck (which makes switching legs…
While most kick scooters are designed for riders up to 220 lbs (100 kg), there is no strict upper limit for body weight. Boardy, however, is specifically designed to accommodate riders up to 330 lbs (150 kg). In fact, we…
