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KSagal · 04-07-2008, 09:58 PM

The age suggestions is because the manufacture cannot guess the maturity of younger folks... Some could easily deal with gliding in public on a segway, and some much older folks only make a nuisance of themselves...

One problem with this is that once a bad reputation is made for such a new device like a segway, it can easily lead to local restrictions and other problems... The responsibility to be a good segway ambassador may be far greater than you had considered...

As far as it's function, I understand how you may compare it to a bike, but because many see the motor a major change, it may be more appropriate to compare it to a smaller vespa scooter, or perhaps a moped.

It is legal in many states to be on the sidewalk like a pedestrian, where bikes are usually not allowed. It is also legal on many streets and in bike lanes, so you need to deal with the responsibilities and dangers of being amongst cars on the road...

I do know some 12 year olds who can handle this level of responsibilities, but I also know some 15 year olds who cannot.

Many states regulate the age of moped drivers as well...

Good luck with this new adventure. Segways are expensive, but also a great deal of fun. I think you may find many more of your fellow students are more excited about them than you may know, but someone needs to break the ice...

If you do get one, I suggest spinning chrome hubcaps. Mine are very popular with the younger crowds, including my kids and nieces and nephews...

04-07-2008, 09:58 PM	#15
KSagal Glides a lot, talks more... Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Pelham, NH, USA. Posts: 10,356	The age suggestions is because the manufacture cannot guess the maturity of younger folks... Some could easily deal with gliding in public on a segway, and some much older folks only make a nuisance of themselves... One problem with this is that once a bad reputation is made for such a new device like a segway, it can easily lead to local restrictions and other problems... The responsibility to be a good segway ambassador may be far greater than you had considered... As far as it's function, I understand how you may compare it to a bike, but because many see the motor a major change, it may be more appropriate to compare it to a smaller vespa scooter, or perhaps a moped. It is legal in many states to be on the sidewalk like a pedestrian, where bikes are usually not allowed. It is also legal on many streets and in bike lanes, so you need to deal with the responsibilities and dangers of being amongst cars on the road... I do know some 12 year olds who can handle this level of responsibilities, but I also know some 15 year olds who cannot. Many states regulate the age of moped drivers as well... Good luck with this new adventure. Segways are expensive, but also a great deal of fun. I think you may find many more of your fellow students are more excited about them than you may know, but someone needs to break the ice... If you do get one, I suggest spinning chrome hubcaps. Mine are very popular with the younger crowds, including my kids and nieces and nephews... __________________ Karl Ian Sagal To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. "Well done is better than well said." (Ben Franklin) Bene factum melior bene dictum Proud past President of SEG America and member of the First Premier Segway Enthusiasts Group and subsequent ones as well.