Electric Skateboards for Fun and Transportation

Electric skateboards are a sweet way to get around and have fun. However, people often say, why not get some exercise and just kick yourself around without using an electric motor? Electric skateboards may seem like a "lazy" way to transport yourself when compared to a calorie burning non-electric skateboard, but for those that want to get to their destination faster, or have some help going up those long hills, an electric skateboard is a great choice.

With most electric skateboards you can still kick the board yourself. If you want to save your battery and burn some calories, you can kick and save the battery for when you need it, such as for a hill or for when you need an extra boost.

Whether you are looking for an electric skateboard to have fun with, use for transportation purposes, or both, there are several brands out there to choose from. There are at least two popular electric skateboard manufacturers that make several models that you can choose from.

E-Glide is in the business of making high performance electric skateboards. At the time of this writing, they offer five different models of electric skateboards. Their electric skateboards can go 0-20 MPH in only four seconds. Beside the smaller and lighter DC-36 model they offer, the rest of their boards can go up to 12-15 miles per charge. The controller for the speed is connected by a cable. They do this because they claim wireless controllers are susceptible to interference.

If you are looking for an electric skateboard that uses a wireless handheld controller, check out Exkate’s Altered lineup. The top of the line electric skateboards made by Exkate can go 19-20 mph in only four to five seconds, and can go 10-12 miles on a charge. The speed and braking of their electric skateboards are controlled by a wireless handheld controller. Exkate also has an electric skateboard for rougher terrain that is complete with knobby tires.

While some models of electric skateboards can come with a hefty price tag, they aren’t at all expensive to charge. If you compared the cost per mile of an electric skateboard versus a car or other gas using vehicle, you’d be amazed at how much cheaper an electric skateboard would be.

Whether you are looking for an electric skateboard for transportation, fun, or both, E-Glide and Exkate offer a nice selection, all ranging in deck size and shape, maximum speed, weight, and range. Do your research and pick the right electric skateboard for you, then all you have to do is hop on and enjoy the ride.