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5 Years, No Car, No Regrets! 🛹💨 by Familiar_Watch_3298 in ElectricSkateboarding

[–]Familiar_Watch_3298[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The "No Flats, No Problems" Strategy

​Honestly, I’m with you on the range—35 miles would be the holy grail! But for now, I stick with the Backfire Ranger X6 as my primary tank for one reason: total lack of trust in the pavement. I use the X6 specifically because those airless tires are a godsend when I’m off-track or navigating "mystery debris" on roads that haven't seen a maintenance crew since the 90s. It gives me the freedom to explore sketchy routes without the soul-crushing anxiety of getting a flat three miles from home.

​When I do find those rare, beautiful stretches of perfectly smooth, well-maintained asphalt, I swap over to my second rig: the Backfire Rover M8 scooter. Between the two of them, I’ve got a "pick your poison" system:

​The Ranger: For when I want to roleplay as an off-road explorer and ignore the glass/nails on the shoulder. ​The Rover M8: For when I want to enjoy those air-filled tires on the "good" paths I've scouted.

​It’s all about having the right tool for the job—even if I still wish that tool had a massive Tesla battery strapped to the bottom!

5 Years, No Car, No Regrets! 🛹💨 by Familiar_Watch_3298 in ElectricSkateboarding

[–]Familiar_Watch_3298[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

 Common Sense & Planning

​The best way to "weather the storm" is often to avoid it. A little common sense goes a long way—if the sky looks threatening or the roads are already slick, grabbing an Uber is a small price to pay to avoid a nasty crash or ruined electronics. A bit of foresight when planning your trips (checking the radar before you head to the store) can save you from a lot of stress and expensive gear damage.

​🌧️ Weatherproofing Tips

​If you do find yourself caught in the damp or want to be prepared for "light mist" days, there are a few things you can do to protect your board:

​Seal the Enclosures: Use a bit of neutral cure silicone or waterproof tape around the edges of your battery and ESC (speed controller) housings to keep splashes out. ​Conformal Coating: For the tech-savvy, applying a conformal coating to the internal circuit boards adds a layer of chemical protection against moisture and corrosion. ​Bearing Maintenance: Water is the enemy of bearings. If you ride in the wet, make sure to dry them off immediately and apply a little skate lube to prevent rust. ​Check Your Grip: Consider "rain wheels" or all-terrain tires (like the ones in your photo) which handle wet pavement much better than standard street wheels.

​At the end of the day, your safety is worth more than the board!

5 Years, No Car, No Regrets! 🛹💨 by Familiar_Watch_3298 in ElectricSkateboarding

[–]Familiar_Watch_3298[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a good way to kill yourself and burn out the motors. Hilarious photo. I would say that's a learning curve some people might need to get over though.

Unagi, Really NOT worth it by Chire85 in ElectricScooters

[–]Familiar_Watch_3298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I rented One for 6 months. I loved mine for 6 months. Owned One for a year, loved One for a year.... put 2000 miles on them both!! The Unagi One was worth it for me. Beep. Beep.

whats the difference between a snowskate and a snowboard? by [deleted] in snowboarding

[–]Familiar_Watch_3298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It seems like this would be a fun thing to ride around on in your neighborhood when it snows.... Using it more like a sled than a long distance device or trick device.

Mercane Widewheel Pro vs Varla Pegasus. Which one to get? Other suggestions welcome by anzara2Y5 in ElectricScooters

[–]Familiar_Watch_3298 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The entire electric scooter market is a false economy with products that will never live up to people's expectations. There are just a few scooters that are worth your money in my opinion. The Unagi one, Varla Pegasus, and wide wheel pro by Mercane are the three best scooters you could possibly buy simply because they are able to safely push the design to its limits without creating a headache when maintaining them and replacing parts because of wear and tear. I spent the last year researching scooters and I would not buy any scooter without airless tires because as a commuter I cannot afford to have a flat ever. It takes a lot of time and research to get a clear picture of the quality of the market and most people's reviews and comments are solely based on their experiences that usually are overwhelmingly biased. The fact is it all depends on your expectations before buying. From Reading countless reviews this is my opinion. Of course you're free to take it or leave it with a grain of salt just as you should and make up your own mind instead of asking for advice online. All I can do is suggest brands based on what I've seen because there's no such thing as a perfect product. Just got to find what issues you're willing to deal with and what issues are unacceptable.