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If portability is the ultimate goal then its probably better to go with learning how to ride unicycle instead of buying a intricate folding bike with a lot of c
by Yoofie 5y ago
If portability is the ultimate goal then its probably better to go with learning how to ride unicycle instead of buying a intricate folding bike with a lot of compromises.
Sometimes the the problem can't be fixed with a technical solution and the user simply needs to learn to use a new tool ;)
- miketery 5y agoCouldn't agree more. Electric Unicycles are unbelievable, here are the benefits: 1. Size / Portable, about 7" x 17" x 24" 2. Agility, better maneuverability around cars and obstacles 3. Speed, can go >40mph, most of the time you only need 15~25mph 4. Hands free, can carry stuff 5. Wheel size is 16" and up (better than scooters with small wheels) Downsides: 1. Weight, 40lbs and up (my current one is 65lbs) 2. Electric only 3. Safety - if it cuts out, your falling off (has yet to happen to me) 4. No exercise like a bike (I became much weaker after I stopped riding my bike) 5. Expensive (starts ~$1300 for basic, likely will want to spend $1800-$2400)
- sooheon 5y agoThe downsides of weight, safety, exercise were what got me to back to bikes after 4 years and thousands of km on a OneWheel. I gained ~10% bodyweight while I commuted with the OW and lost it all within a couple months of biking.
- bambax 5y agoReally? In my experience they are very unpleasant: - heavy to carry by hand, which you need to do when you arrive at your destination (can't leave them on the street in a bike rack) - can't jump on and off of sidewalks without stepping off and carrying them; very dangerous around potholes and other irregularities on the road - difficult to use in inclement weather (no mud guards, etc.) I bought one around 8 years ago; still have it but never use it; the battery must be dead by now as I have not charged it in a very long while.