I figure technology board most fits this question.
I've been looking into this more and more because i'll be moving to a super crowded city where my apartment will be a 20 minute walk from where I live but it's a very hot environment so i'd like to avoid walking that long or pedaling a bike in 34+ heat.
I'm not really fond of the $1500 price tag of the boosted board; seems really pricey considering it's not water proof.
Anyone here own something like this or a product idea I could look into? Thanks.
Electric bikes works fine. I doubt you'll regret a purchase. Dont buy a skateboard, its literally death on 4 wheels. Those things are scary.
>>61301953
If it's a 20 minute walk, it'll be a 10 minute bike ride if you pedal slowly, which could keep you from getting too sweaty. I live in Texas and the only reason that I am considering an e-bike is because I have a 20 mile commute. Otherwise, you'll probably enjoy the e-bike to get around to other places in your city and to haul shopping home.
>>61302314
Yeah doing more research on it the bike seemed more efficient even if the cost is a bit higher up front.
>>61302358
While i'm inclined to save that money honestly speaking anything to reduce commute times is worth it for me.
34 today with 80% humidity is a no go for my work wear. Luckily it's usually not quite that humid but i'd like to avoid it.
>>61302407
Riding a non-electric bicycle is going to use less energy than walking and you'll get the breeze as a bonus. It might be worth it to find a used bike and see if that works for you as-is before dropping a grand+ on an electric bicycle.
Is it uphill on your way to work?
>>61302536
A few slight uphills. I've got an older heavy bike from I don't know how many years ago and while I CAN do it. I got there sweating decently since i'm a super heavy sweater.
I'd have to bring a change of clothes daily and leave early enough to basically wipe all the sweat off and put clothes on in the bathroom.
(It's not a private bathroom)
I thought about an electric scooter (moped?) but i'm not entirely sure I can legally take it inside places and it creates the same dilemma as a small car would (parking, insurances?, maintenance)
>>61302407
Also, you should check out the electric bicycle thread over on /n/ if you are really committed to the electric option.
I'm looking to build a 1000W mid-drive bike from some bolt on kits that I've found. It'll technically be an electric moped...
>>61302617
>A few slight uphills. I've got an older heavy bike from I don't know how many years ago and while I CAN do it. I got there sweating decently since i'm a super heavy sweater.
Yeah, so go buy a not-completely-shit urban commuter for < $200. The difference between some crap ass bike and one of those is night and day.