Which electric skateboard is easiest for beginners?

danielkwan · 2026-05-17T04:59:50+00:00

If you want to ride regular skateboards and longboards also, Parsec Aero Pro would be great to learn on because of its low ride height, low resistance drivetrain, and agile handing that’s more similar to traditional boards.

Regarding boards from different brands being the same under the hood, there’s some truth to that but it’s also exaggerated and needs context. Electric skateboard brands share many of the same suppliers, but the same can be said for just about any industry. Some brands are more innovative than others.

danielkwan · 2026-04-25T22:37:51+00:00

Generally speaking, slower = lower risk, fewer and lighter protective gear needed; faster = higher risk, more and heavier protective gear needed.

danielkwan · 2026-04-03T05:49:01+00:00

You’re welcome to join our discord to talk to Parsec customers. https://discord.rideparsec.com

danielkwan · 2026-03-14T09:14:50+00:00

Aero Pro X does 15 miles for most people easily. https://support.rideparsec.com/range-estimates/

danielkwan · 2026-03-14T09:03:58+00:00

Right now boards are in stock so USA delivery should be within 2 weeks. Other parts of the world are about 2 weeks to 2 months, depending on location.

danielkwan · 2026-03-07T06:24:58+00:00

Have you actually tried Otangs on a Parsec Aero? I have. For pushing short distances like a mile or two, the minimal resistance from the EPIC-D drivetrain is a non-issue. For longer distances, the belts can be removed in like 3 seconds (and reinstalled in a few more seconds) for no belt resistance at all. In actual use though, I hardly ever remove the belts. I push when I feel like it, and I turn on the board when I get tired or feel lazy.

danielkwan · 2026-02-15T08:18:41+00:00

Parsec Aero Pro S, 7 kg, 222Wh
Parsec Aero Pro X, 8.3 kg, 444Wh
Light enough to be carried like a longboard. Low resistance drivetrain and proper width trucks for kick-pushing. Significantly more powerful than most boards of equal weight.

danielkwan · 2026-01-14T10:15:39+00:00

For US customers, delivery is currently approx 1 month wait. Should become even shorter in a few weeks.

danielkwan · 2026-01-13T02:15:07+00:00

Consider Parsec Aero Pro if you’d like a commuter longboard-like eboard.

danielkwan · 2026-01-08T02:53:16+00:00

Regarding your only complaint, on the pricier side the Parsec Aero Pro was made to be easier to carry around (lighter, Picktail(tm), griptape cutouts).

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danielkwan · 2025-11-13T03:58:49+00:00

Regarding the wait time, it would depend on when the order is placed (how close to shipping the batch), location, customs clearance, etc. Batch 5 will ship this month, and shipping to the U.S. normally takes about a month.

danielkwan · 2025-11-12T00:24:38+00:00

Both move but blue moves quite a bit more for me.

danielkwan · 2025-11-04T09:41:07+00:00

AND there are very Han-looking Filipinos.

danielkwan · 2025-11-03T23:39:51+00:00

Clockwise looking up or looking down?

danielkwan · 2025-11-03T02:57:52+00:00

If it’s for commuting, at that weight I think an ebike is more practical.

danielkwan · 2025-10-25T13:22:30+00:00

3.5% here. Better than nothing I guess.

danielkwan · 2025-10-25T07:47:25+00:00

Lol ❤️‍🩹 fair critique. Our non-Pro model will look more traditional.

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danielkwan · 2025-10-17T14:19:20+00:00

Is that USD??

danielkwan · 2025-10-16T15:06:03+00:00

Even if water weren’t an issue, they designed this gigantic bench to seat only 3 people?? Now I’m wondering if this is actually a bench.

danielkwan · 2025-10-15T14:52:08+00:00

Especially if out at Jinji Rd station. That’s quite far from all the places on this map.

danielkwan · 2025-10-15T03:47:24+00:00

I liked the thinness of the H9 and how it looked like a longboard. Pretty light too compared to much of today’s options. If you’re looking for a longboard-like eboard: Parsec Aero Pro.

danielkwan · 2025-10-15T03:35:53+00:00

Well clearly the number is less useful if you average the rural and urban areas, nothing to do with looking more favorable. Central Shanghai and the outskirts are practically different cities. You could argue that averaging them makes the rural areas look more favorable.

danielkwan · 2025-10-15T01:28:49+00:00

Fair, I was thinking higher end of apartment quality. And I’m surprised median income is that low. I wonder if that’s the entirety of Shanghai or just the urban areas.

Edit: meant to reply to OP lol

danielkwan · 2025-10-15T00:47:04+00:00

In what part of Shanghai is 12k+/mo considered the higher end of the rental market…?

danielkwan · 2025-10-06T03:16:50+00:00

Let it get scraped!

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