[ad_1] Electric scooter company Lime is buying the designs, software, parts and test equipment of Boosted, according to The Verge. While neither Lime nor the electric skateboard company has made an announcement, some Reddit posts and patent files seemingly have confirmed the news. Additionally, two former Boosted employees have also told The Verge that Lime […]
Category: electric skateboard
Electric skateboard maker Boosted announces ‘significant’ layoffs
[ad_1] In 2012, Boosted came onto the scene with its crowdfunded Loaded Vanguard light electric skateboard and has since produced a string of personal vehicles including last year’s Rev scooter. Unfortunately things may be nearing the end, as the company announced “the incredibly difficult decision to let a significant portion of the Boosted team go.” […]
Riptide’s latest electric skateboard carves like a surfboard
[ad_1] This isn’t Riptide’s best board in every respect. The top speed peaks at 18MPH rather than the 22MPH of the R1X, and the 7-mile range could limit this to shorter commutes and around-town jaunts. However, the pricing might hit the sweet spot. The R1 Black is up for pre-order now at a price of […]
Onewheel Pint is a more affordable, easier to ride electric board
[ad_1] Most notably, a Simplestop dismount feature streamlines the riding experience so that you won’t fly off while you’re still learning the ropes. It’s smaller (27 inches long) and lighter than past models, helping both its agility and portability. Future Motion drives that last point home by including a fold-out magnetic handle on the side […]