Human Transporter?

ColinDavies

The rider's weight must not exceed 250 pounds and Why the hell do they make something only for lightweights, its a form of discrimination. Regardz Colin J Davies

Sonork ID 100.9197:Colin

You are the intrepid one, always willing to leap into the fray! A serious character flaw, I might add, but entertaining. Said by Roger Wright about me.

Maximilien

Because if you're over 250, you REALLY need to walk! Max.

ColinDavies

Maximilien wrote: Because if you're over 250, you REALLY need to walk! Not always. I spend 15 -20 hrs a week working out in the Gym, Kite board, Surf, do rock climbing etc. And these guys set a limit on the weight the thing carries. Its a bit like the Japanese car makers who make girl sized cars. Regardz Colin J Davies

Sonork ID 100.9197:Colin

You are the intrepid one, always willing to leap into the fray! A serious character flaw, I might add, but entertaining. Said by Roger Wright about me.

l a u r e n

i mean lets face it lots of ppl manage to look like complete knobs for far less :laugh:

"traffic lights are for people who can't make their own decisions"
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l a u r e n

do i hear "affirmative action" ??? *lauren ducks* :laugh:

"traffic lights are for people who can't make their own decisions"
biz stuff about me

Tom Archer

It's been used around the country in various test cases scenarios and worked extremely well. For example, here in Atlanta, a few were used by the police patrolling downtown. I don't see it ever being used by the masses, but in certain jobs (such as postal carriers) it's a godsend. Cheers, Tom Archer Author - Inside C#, Visual C++.NET Bible

Paul Watson

Michael A. Barnhart wrote: Human Transporter Weren't you disapointed though when Ginger was revealed as this Segway job, a glorified scooter? Yes admitedly it has some amazing technology in it, but it is not world changing or especially inventive.

Paul Watson
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Michael A Barnhart

I do believe it is a godo example of how far technology has made it though. 10 to 15 miles on those little batteries is pretty impressive. And the contol system to keep you in balance must be done well to work. Yes it is $5K US but still now market able. With a few price drops what does this open up to at least some handicap that are now in wheelchairs. "I will find a new sig someday."

Paul Watson

Michael A. Barnhart wrote: I do believe it is a godo example of how far technology has made it though. 10 to 15 miles on those little batteries is pretty impressive. And the contol system to keep you in balance must be done well to work. Indeed I am suitably impressed by the technology. But the hype of Ginger would have you believe that within two months of it's release life would be radically changed, city centers transformed and McDonalds burgers would taste good. It was a big let down in idea terms. Technology wise the challenges they set and solved will be very useful for a lot of other things (new wheelchair systems as you mentioned.)

Paul Watson
Bluegrass
Cape Town, South Africa

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Michael A Barnhart

Paul Watson wrote: But the hype of Ginger would have you believe that within two months of it's release life would be radically changed, I guess I am glad I missed that part.:-D "I will find a new sig someday."