Is the Segway for people with Balance Issues? - Page 2

John F · 04-11-2004, 06:35 PM

Jerry, thank you SO MUCH for the Demo...

I've been on Segwaychat on and off for s years (since jsut after the "Early delivery winners" were announced) and this was the first time I got to see a Segway up close - let alone ride one....

"The glide", "Segway Smile" -- it all happened like magic.

Thanks again! And thanks, Chris, for your support too. Jerry can tell you I took to the Segway pretty quick.

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SegwayUtah · 04-11-2004, 09:01 PM

John,

It sounds like you had a great time. The Segway HT may just be "life changing" for you. Those are big words, but they are very true for those whose mobility is enhanced, or made possible, by the HT.

Hoping that I can join you on a glide some day,

Chris

jillmac · 04-12-2004, 08:55 PM

Congratulations!!!! I have only just seen your post and so have followed it to fruition! I am so glad you got to glide.

I have vertigo and other types of dizziness, plus intermittent problems with walking etc. The Segway has been a true lifesaver for me. I have been able to join in and do all sorts of things I had given up and it is so wonderful to have energy to spare are the end of a 'walk' with my husband, or a 'walk' into town.

Hope things work out and that you 'go for it.' Life just won't be the same. By the way - you might also want to send for a little disabled sticker to put on the control shaft if you do purchase. It stops a lot of the challenges from the 'sidewalk police' who insist on telling you that it's illegal, even though they don't have a clue.

Keep us posted.
Jill

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jrmiller · 04-13-2004, 09:35 AM

Jill, I showed JohnF my sticker and how I got it. He did pretty well for the first time on an HT. I think that with some practice and a spotter he would do quit well. Hew is still recooping from surgery and with some rehab and more strength in his legs, who know what boundries he may pursue!! JR SEG-ON SEG-RIGHT

04-11-2004, 06:35 PM	#11
John F Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Palm Harbor, Florida, USA. Posts: 161	Jerry, thank you SO MUCH for the Demo... I've been on Segwaychat on and off for s years (since jsut after the "Early delivery winners" were announced) and this was the first time I got to see a Segway up close - let alone ride one.... "The glide", "Segway Smile" -- it all happened like magic. Thanks again! And thanks, Chris, for your support too. Jerry can tell you I took to the Segway pretty quick. Get a better 'Gauge on things Boltsmag - Tampa Bay LIghtning weblog

04-11-2004, 09:01 PM	#12
SegwayUtah Advanced Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New York, NY Posts: 2,644	John, It sounds like you had a great time. The Segway HT may just be "life changing" for you. Those are big words, but they are very true for those whose mobility is enhanced, or made possible, by the HT. Hoping that I can join you on a glide some day, Chris

04-12-2004, 08:55 PM	#13
jillmac Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: San Juan Capistrano, California, . Posts: 510	Congratulations!!!! I have only just seen your post and so have followed it to fruition! I am so glad you got to glide. I have vertigo and other types of dizziness, plus intermittent problems with walking etc. The Segway has been a true lifesaver for me. I have been able to join in and do all sorts of things I had given up and it is so wonderful to have energy to spare are the end of a 'walk' with my husband, or a 'walk' into town. Hope things work out and that you 'go for it.' Life just won't be the same. By the way - you might also want to send for a little disabled sticker to put on the control shaft if you do purchase. It stops a lot of the challenges from the 'sidewalk police' who insist on telling you that it's illegal, even though they don't have a clue. Keep us posted. Jill Nothing is inexplicable, merely unexplained..... Dr. Who

04-13-2004, 09:35 AM	#14
jrmiller Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: , Florida, USA. Posts: 223	Jill, I showed JohnF my sticker and how I got it. He did pretty well for the first time on an HT. I think that with some practice and a spotter he would do quit well. Hew is still recooping from surgery and with some rehab and more strength in his legs, who know what boundries he may pursue!! JR SEG-ON SEG-RIGHT

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