phoenix1002

I can see how they would be helpful in some situations, but for everday use? Did anyone else watch the "segway in action" videos? Those are pretty funny... They've got people riding them around inside houses. Is the purpose of these things to minimize any semblence of exercise that a person might otherwise get?

I'm also curious to know how they stay upright. Is it just a matter of balancing?

edit: never mind, I found the part on the site that describes how it works. I agree, the technology is cool, but I still don't see it as necessary. I bet it could be applied to other stuff, though, where it would be really useful.

In my opinion, just get a bike or rollerblades or something. Either one will get you where you're going faster than walking would, and both are easier to deal with once you actually do arrive.

One of the biggest problems I see with it is the range between charges. 15 miles under optimal conditions, probably 10 under normal conditions, and about 5 miles under rugged conditions. Five miles is not really that far. Pedaling at a reasonable speed, you can go 5 miles on a bike in half an hour pretty easily. Also, you can take a bike places that you would not be able to take the segway-like the side of a road.

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