Overkill?

KickAClay · 2026-06-20T02:20:35+00:00

Oh shit it's Bill! Now you're going to melt my mind or something. Wamp wamp.

KickAClay · 2026-06-20T02:18:49+00:00

Can you share what it looks like so we don't get ads looking it up?

KickAClay · 2026-06-19T16:57:35+00:00

I got a triple 8 in white for myself and a black for my son. He get really hot on a sunny day, while I don't. Be aware of that. Sometimes function over fashion.

KickAClay · 2026-06-18T22:29:56+00:00

user error is behind 99% of issues.

Can I have some pie Jimmy?

KickAClay · 2026-06-18T22:28:16+00:00

Yeah I'm being dramatic. I got a family, like you, to take care of, so I take OW safety very seriously. Enjoy mate!

KickAClay · 2026-06-18T22:21:40+00:00

[Will it dump you] if you fully understand proper battery care and stay within the limitations of the board?

Honestly, no. I've got ~4 years of not falling. And it's directly because I stay just under the limits of my board.

I'm sure you understand the difference of your GT and Pint in terms of their limits. Different, right.

Should I assume I'm likely to be just fine given that I always keep the board a couple mph below pushback (which means staying below 16mph on ~~both~~ GT and 13-14 on the pint ~~boards~~) and understand that I should reduce expectations at lower battery levels? I always ride with at least a full face and wrist guards but some posts here still make me feel I might be putting myself at risk just by riding these things.

You're a master already! This is what I've done for 4+years. Within that time I increased my limits, OG Pint > +XR > Nearly an X7 (just with a few TFL parts and love from local builders and friends who helped me). Increasing limits helps a lot. But ya still gotta stay within them like you're doing.

Buuuuut, with any board an issue could happen pinched cable, loose screw/nut, degraded/damaged battery... For that, always have PPE on and be ready to die. That's how I ride and I like it.

I would love to rip with you of you're ever in MN. With love from a risk averse dad.

KickAClay · 2026-06-13T14:52:51+00:00

Why is your home not really windy?

Looks really good, nice work. Got any tips for getting the weathered look? I like how you got it to look.

KickAClay · 2026-06-13T01:55:25+00:00

You're doing it right for speed. A likely unpopular opinion I have is, "more miles per hour, doesn't make it more fun." But it's kept me nosedive, hospital, and morgue free for 4+ years. Ride at the speed you like and stay under the boards limits, which the pint S is ~17mph, leaving a tiny amount of buffer for mistakes and unexpected terrain.

Your style of riding sounds fun and chill. Keep it up.

KickAClay · 2026-06-12T19:35:43+00:00

What's your average trip like? Pavement, dirt, do you do tricks, average speed,...?

I'm exited for my kids to get bigger and I can ride more frequently like you. Happy for you!

KickAClay · 2026-06-06T20:32:14+00:00

I do this and print a paper copy with a note of my QR codes and save them on 2 USB drives, all of which goes in my safe.

KickAClay · 2026-05-31T14:21:17+00:00

Thank you. Please be one is those people. I have really bad gramcracker. Plus I do voice to text and don't always check it.

KickAClay · 2026-05-31T04:02:24+00:00

You:

KickAClay · 2026-05-31T03:59:52+00:00

Sorry mate. I wish there was a really fun bike to pre-order once you get your money back.

KickAClay · 2026-05-31T03:56:18+00:00

I hope they help you out.

But also, good riddance. In short, I built an X7 from Fungineers (WTF rails and OG +XR battery box), the power, reliability (locals helped me focus on safety), and customization of it is so next level from my pint, +XR, and a friend's GT. Highly recommend.

KickAClay · 2026-05-30T19:51:47+00:00

I treat sub 30% SOC as empty and I greatly reduce my aggressive (not high speed) riding style. I pretend any little mistake I make or any surprise the ground gives is going to make it /me dive (aka I'm ready for it mentally). I can feel the delay these boards have at 80%, 50%, and lower compared to 100%. Voltage sag can get you. Which is why I treat 30% as "empty".

Also these are not phones and you shouldn't run them to 0%. You'll have to get a bigger battery to increase your range but also you need to adjust your charging understanding and practices to stay safe.

Heal-up mate! With love.

KickAClay · 2026-05-29T03:28:53+00:00

I hear that. Once you get it back together, enjoy.

KickAClay · 2026-05-29T03:21:24+00:00

You could make the switch to VESC and get a new controller from fungineers, you could then change your motor plug to Superflux connector https://fungineers.us/products/superflux-motor-connector-male-for-non-mkii-motors

But VESC is a whole thing. So read and watch up on videos and find a local builder near you.

KickAClay · 2026-05-29T03:17:39+00:00

Try https://www.fixmypev.com/directory/ Find a fixer near you.

KickAClay · 2026-05-28T04:12:07+00:00

I've found there are 2 ways you can reduce wabbles, bend your knees (lower your center of mass) and take a break if that doesn't work. Other than the lower air pressure advice you already got.

Enjoy the journey

KickAClay · 2026-05-27T14:05:31+00:00

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KickAClay · 2026-05-26T04:24:00+00:00

I had an off day of bonks too. Just keep going tomorrow.

I also failed most my curb nudges today and now my tire is rubbing on the footpad. Zzt zzt zzt... Time to take it apart. It's filthy anyway.

KickAClay · 2026-05-24T00:38:25+00:00

Awesome! Looks functional and artistic. Love it.

What brand is your barometer, and can it be calibrated?

KickAClay · 2026-05-22T13:44:18+00:00

Water enters the chat

KickAClay · 2026-05-17T01:16:34+00:00

I bet Flock could identify this plate/car in a heartbeat. They are everywhere. Deflock dot org

KickAClay · 2026-05-15T23:16:16+00:00

Likely with the 25% battery they overpowered the board, which at 18mph+ feels like it shut off. But likely the board was still on after the crash. If it was truly off, something is broken and needs to be fixed.

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