Specifically, two wheels. I bought an e-scooter!
I’ve been off wheels for more than two years. I loaned my parents my car, as they live in a car-centric area and I don’t, and now it’s just my Mom still living and she’s never been in a position to give it back.
Mobility = freedom.
I AM SO EXCITED.
I got a Segway Ninebot Max G3 Electric Scooter.
I was tempted to get one of the performance scooters that goes 40-50 mph, but I don’t really need it, and nearly everyone I know who scoots recommends Segway as a brand.
My first scooter tops out at 15.6mph. My current I have had over 30mph, however state law limits that to 20mph. I really like the new scooter, but if I had realized about the limiting law I would have gone for something a little smaller.
I only need to be able to go just fast enough that cars around me will be less likely to whip around, but thankfully there are lots of residential roads I can use around here, so my hope is to not have to be on the main roads all the time.
I do most of my scooting through residential areas too.
Also, watch as the battery gets lower. If it I’d like mine, your percentage is going to drop really quick under 40%.
I went out to take an ~3 mile ride this morning. I left the house at 37%, got to the farmer’s market 2/3rds of a mile and was at 34%. Left the farmer’s market and a block later was under 30%. I ended up turning around early and walked it a ways home. I got home at 2%.
That’s great advice. Thanks!
segway is solid, though overpriced. they’re like the Apple of e-scooters
Yeah, I was able to beat the price somewhat by finding someone selling one they were using as a demo model in their store, so it’s basically new (only 4 miles on it) but I got it for $850 instead of $1200. They are pricey, and getting pricier thanks to the war and tariffs.
oh yeah that’s reasonable!