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Board Scooter vs. Scooter Board
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…
What is the difference between Kick Scooters and Kick Bikes?
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…
Is there an adult kick scooter?
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.…
What makes a premium kick scooter premium?
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…
How many calories does scootering burn?
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…
How fast can you ride with a kick scooter on a flat road
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…
Which is better for kick scooters: solid polyurethane (PU) wheels or inflatable tires?
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…
What muscles does kick scooting work?
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!
How long does it take to change the tube in a flat tire on a kick scooter?
With some experience, changing the tube takes just a few minutes, and for a beginner, it shouldn’t take more than 10 minutes. Boardy scooters feature quick-release wheel hubs, making the process even faster and easier. All you need…
What is the optimal deck height for a kick scooter?
A low deck height greatly enhances the riding experience, but if the ground clearance (space under the deck) is too low, it can be problematic on uneven surfaces. The ideal deck height should be no higher than 7-8cm…
What does it mean when a kick scooter is tested with a static load of 1000 lbs (450 kg)?
When riding, the dynamic load on a kick scooter can be even twice as large as the static load experienced when simply standing on it. Boardy scooters are tested with a static load of 1000 lbs (450 kg)…
Does kick scooting strain the knees, hips, or spine?
Kick scooting is a low-impact activity, unlike running or jumping, which can place more stress on the joints. To further reduce strain, it’s recommended to learn and practice switching legs while riding, as this helps balance the load…
What makes a kick scooter elder-friendly?
Key features include a low deck for easy mounting, wide wheels for stability, high handlebars for posture, and a reliable hand brake for safety.
Does rolling resistance depend on wheel size or tire width?
While wheel size and tire width can influence rolling resistance, tire pressure plays a more significant role. Properly inflated tires, regardless of their width or diameter, tend to exhibit lower rolling resistance.
Why is a wide deck important on a kick scooter?
A wide deck allows you to ride with both legs comfortably. It makes it easier for beginners to switch legs while riding, reducing fatigue over longer distances. With parallel feet on a wider deck, there’s less strain on…
Is a single brake enough for a kick scooter?
For normal* kick scooter riding, where you use muscle power to reach speeds around 5–10 mph (10–15 km/h), a single brake is typically more than enough to safely reduce speed or stop quickly. While most scooters use a…
Is it possible to ride a kick scooter hands-free?
Yes, it’s possible to roll hands-free on a kick scooter, but you cannot push it without using your hands. For this, you need a stable scooter with more “trail” in the front fork design. Most compact kick scooters…
Things We’ve Found About Boardy Around the Web
Look what we found related to Boardy online. From ride reviews to photo stories and blog posts, here’s a bunch of links we’ve come across that talk about what it’s like to roll with Boardy out in the…
Scott (Conway, Arkansas)
It is beautiful, compact, and I like the springy feel. I am pleased with my purchase. Thank you for designing and building such a neat scooter, and thanks for your good service…
Evelyn (Hong Kong)
The Boardy solves many problems that other scooters have – its light weight makes uphill riding possible and uphill pushing effortless, and the flexibility of its board is like having suspension. What a great ride!
Harvey (Long Beach, California)
I’m very glad that the Boardy is as much fun as it was advertised, and would definitely like to see your brand succeed.
Helen (Bournemouth, UK)
My friend Judi (also from Bournemouth) got hers today, and she’s just texted me to thank me for recommending it, and she’s singing Boardy’s praises after her first ride today.
Achim Michael (Berlin, Germany)
In reality the Boardy looks even better than at the pics. I know a few good scooter with smaller wheels, but the performance from and the fun with the Boardy is outstanding. What makes the Boardy so novel and ingenious can only be understood once you have driven it.
Guy (Uffington, UK)
Just looks beautiful…. almost too nice to ride! 🙂
Helen after 2 years (Bournemouth, UK)
I’ve had my first Boardy for 2 years now and have done over 2000 miles (nearly 3500k) on it, and apart from replacing the brake-blocks, it is still in perfect working order.
The Boardy ride is wonderful, sumptuous, uplifting. It is a combination of glide and speed. The smoothest scooter I’ve ever ridden. It’s hard to find words to describe it properly – but when you try it. It’s just WOW!!!
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Hello lovers of Boardy! – a 500 km Swedish Adventure
Recently I took my upgraded Boardy on a seven day trip in Sweden. Originally I had planned a much longer trip but due to the Corona situation I decided to make it shorter. However, after to many rough…
Hungarian scooter in global top class
Just a few weeks ago we introduced to our readers the Boardy, a foldable board-scooter developed in Hungary. Since then we had the opportunity to test the ‘Mercedes of all scooters’. We were curious to find out whether…
We have found the Mercedes of all scooters!
Just as we were preparing to write an article about scooters, all by accident, we came across a Hungarian(!) manufacturer. And what a manufacturer! The tiny Hungarian company makes unique wooden scooters, or ’boardies’, as they call their…
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