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I don't care that they're illegal, I'm not buying one cause you look like an absolute tool on one

Illegal off private land so useless to most people

Police don't see a problem with them

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souljacker

The illegal off private land thing is a load of rubbish, people still use … The illegal off private land thing is a load of rubbish, people still use them all the time , it's never enforced, a bit like riding bikes on pavementsRead lessRead more

​Apparently it is enforced sometimes. This is probably in the same league as speeding, using HID conversion kits, etc. All illegal but you weigh up your odds.

Personally I find it a great help for the butler - he's getting on a bit and struggles to make it all the way from the East wing.

cycling is illegal on the pavement, but that dont stop people. seen loads of these around,

No need to doubt it, sadly some of the laws in this country are so pathetic, they do seem unbelievable, but this can only be used on private land.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/article/34504799/the-strange-rise-of-the-hoverboard-and-why-you-shouldnt-ride-them-through-traffic

"Hoverboarders" who use their two wheels on the road are being warned they are breaking the law.
That's because they do not meet the legal requirement to be safely used among other traffic.
And if you think that means it's fine to zoom down the pavement instead, then you'll be committing a 180-year-old offence set out in the Highway Act of 1835.
The rules are being pointed out by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).

The illegal off private land thing is a load of rubbish, people still use them all the time , it's never enforced, a bit like riding bikes on pavements

with all the cut backs in the police force these days i doubt very much if someone phones to complain that they will actually bother to go out deal with it.

Error440

Enjoy having random strangers shouting obscenity at your sorry **** too … Enjoy having random strangers shouting obscenity at your sorry **** too and enjoy looking like a complete tool but then I guess if you want to buy one and are over the age of 12 you must be a tool, for if you were not a tool already you wouldn't be looking at those things going wow that looks cool I want one. A tool for tools.Read lessRead more

What do you get kids in your family for Christmas? nuts, oranges or handmade pull along wooden toys. I don't really like them but its tech and kids will always want toys that move, the law stinks as young kids can ride electric quads with no issue but these are battery and should be treated the same, they are hardly faster than walking. The only issue i see with these is a kid loosing control and going in the road under a car. You should come into the modern age instead of sitting on your front lawn on a deck chair with a rifle they are not hurting you and have you ever thought that its you that's the tool because your the one shouting the loudest. Live and let live.

Completely legal here on the Isle of Man, glad we're not part of the U.K.

grillnun

​I would rather bike sensibly on the pavement and survive than bike on t … ​I would rather bike sensibly on the pavement and survive than bike on the road an end up mangled under some housewives mpv while taking the kids to and from school Read lessRead more

​I cycle on the roads when it's safe to do so... Even the cycle lanes have cars parked there, or driving in the lane. Until a dedicated infrastructure for cycling is implemented that makes it safe, the pavement is the safest place, especially those really wide pavements where half of it is not in use.

teddyedward1

..... there are a lot of 'good' cyclists but they are outnumbered by the … ..... there are a lot of 'good' cyclists but they are outnumbered by the bad......Read lessRead more

There are not, it's just that people only notice the bad ones

Gsus_J0nes

​I cycle on the roads when it's safe to do so... Even the cycle lanes h … ​I cycle on the roads when it's safe to do so... Even the cycle lanes have cars parked there, or driving in the lane. Until a dedicated infrastructure for cycling is implemented that makes it safe, the pavement is the safest place, especially those really wide pavements where half of it is not in use.Read lessRead more

Until you get hit by a car backing out/entering a driveway, cyclists riding headlong like they are wearing blinkers are asking for it, they glide in a straight line down the pavement and across roads, I have never seen a cyclist on the pavement stop at a road to look left and right let alone pay any attention to driveways, car parks, people coming out of their homes etc.

but then they don't care if they hurt other people like that poor little gurl who got hit by a cyclist sometime ago or the old lady who ended up with her face smashed up and a broken arm, they only care about getting hurt themselves thats why the laws are needed because people are selfish sods, shame they are not enforced, utterly pointless not enforcing laws come down like a tonne of bricks on people and they will soon stop selfishly breaking the laws.

Dantooine

Glad I don't live on the isle of man!

So am I and the 90,000 other people here.

jhonny20041433

Think these look pretty cool, but where the fu*k can you use them, if not … Think these look pretty cool, but where the fu*k can you use them, if not on pavement? Most houses in this country are not large to make any use out of these. Only other place I can think of is at work, that is if your work allows you to use it there.Read lessRead more

You can use them in the local park, common sense applies dont act like a dick, or be dangerous to others and you will be fine.

Everyone is jumping on the bandwagon of these looks stupid, only chavs use them, they are illegal.

I never would of thought a segway was fun until i tried it, go ape do 30 mins activities in loads of parks great fun!

zombrex

people really comparing mobility scooters and what is in essence a … people really comparing mobility scooters and what is in essence a chavved up council estate segwayRead lessRead more

The blue lights are the icing on the chav cake

Riding on a cycle on a pavement is illegal as well but that doesnt stop all sorts of people from doing it. These things are cool. Not sure why anyone would think they are uncool.

Yeah I saw a 12 year old girl using this on the pavement so I quickly took the criminal to the ground and citizen arrested her and then called for the police to take appropriate action against this utter rebellion. In the struggle she even ran my toe over with the 2 pound Segway and I will be suing for personal injuring. If you couldn't tell I was taking the **** out of all the low life's on this deal.

jeez a lot of people on here are completely up themselves and seem to have something against others having fun....
the law against these is a bit excessive imo but has only been put in place due to a minority of its users misusing them and behaving in a way that puts others at risk.
Unfortunately the law isn't always on the same side of logic...and it would appear that some of the laws were written/agreed by people with the same characteristics as some on here.
I don't own one if these, but as a person who enjoys giving things a go in the name of fun I have used one.
They are a great laugh and you feel a little sense of accomplishment once you manage to feel balanced when using it. I believe most people who tried one of these would enjoy it had they been given the opportunity to use one when no one was looking.... but too many people seem to worry about what they'll look like using or doing a certain thing rather than jumping in and enjoying themselves...
yes there are always some idiots out there that will cause accidents/injuries regardless of what mode of transport... but they are often the exception rather than majority.
so all those that are sitting down judging others out there for using one of these just carry on with your life and if you truly get enjoyment out of just being negative about others choices...I feel for you... but you won't be on my mind for too long...as I'll be out enjoying life like many others on here....

and as I am familiar with some of the users on here (likely the same users putting things like this down)... feel free to get that little extra bit of joy in your life by commenting on my Grammer or spelling.... after all..... it is so important to enjoying life... especially when it's on a forum...

p.s. heat added as it is a good price if you're willing to be a yes man/woman/boy/girl and give things in life a go

Don't care what anyone says about these. I'm a professional, in my late 30's, with 2 kids, living in a very affluent area....AND I WANT ONE OF THESE!!! They look like amazing fun! Looking forward to my purchase, but just might look elsewhere to get a better price. Thank you OP!

rpope

Illegal off private land so useless to most people

Really doubt that! If that's the case, can use indoors for your trips to the loo

souljacker

The illegal off private land thing is a load of rubbish, people still use … The illegal off private land thing is a load of rubbish, people still use them all the time , it's never enforced, a bit like riding bikes on pavementsRead lessRead more

Until someone has an accident with one and is sued plus done by the police at the same time

souljacker

Again, same with bikes but doesn't put people off buying or riding them. … Again, same with bikes but doesn't put people off buying or riding them. To say you can't ride these anywhere but private land is a load of rubbishRead lessRead more

I never said that, I said they are illegal to ride anywhere except private land, if you want to break the law then go ahead, I expect your one of those who think bans on mobile phone use when driving should be ignored along with other laws that don't suit you. But carry on and enjoy the fines and your goods being confiscated . . .

Great price, have some fun if you can afford it. As for the law,hover boards & cyclists, there are a lot of 'good' cyclists but they are outnumbered by the bad. The bad ones don't waIt at red lights if they can cycle through, ride on pavements and go on roads they shouldn't be on. No police fining them is there! Are they gonna stop skate boarders, skaters, scootererers, etc, etc. Loads of these & hover boarders in city centres now. Roll on!

powerranger

cycling is illegal on the pavement, but that dont stop people. seen … cycling is illegal on the pavement, but that dont stop people. seen loads of these around, Read lessRead more

​I would rather bike sensibly on the pavement and survive than bike on the road an end up mangled under some housewives mpv while taking the kids to and from school

I am assuming the 'more easier' model is an enhanced version of the 'easier' one? Have you got specific details?

rpope

… http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/article/34504799/the-strange-rise-of-the-hoverboard-and-why-you-shouldnt-ride-them-through-traffic"Hoverboarders" who use their two wheels on the road are being warned they are breaking the law.That's because they do not meet the legal requirement to be safely used among other traffic.And if you think that means it's fine to zoom down the pavement instead, then you'll be committing a 180-year-old offence set out in the Highway Act of 1835.The rules are being pointed out by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).Read lessRead more

lol yawn

Genuine question: why are these illegal on the pavement when mobility scooters are allowed?

You can use them in parks

Who cares if you dont want one? Everyone seems to be neighbourhood watch!

I got mine and the kids from Aliexpress £135 the inflated 10inch wheels should be better on our uneven roads.

anyway hot. must have items this Xmas after the iPhone 6s lol you teenagers gonna love these .

urbanlegend11

I've come up with another form of travel that will save you 190 quid, is … I've come up with another form of travel that will save you 190 quid, is safer, faster, will give you health benefits, is totally legal and you don't look like a knob doing it............yes you guessed it, its walkingRead lessRead more

Walking is definitely not faster, unless you plan to walk more than 12km or so.

BigOrkWaaagh

Genuine question: why are these illegal on the pavement when mobility … Genuine question: why are these illegal on the pavement when mobility scooters are allowed?Read lessRead more

BigBen75020

my next door oap using his mobility scooter is it legal? I see him … my next door oap using his mobility scooter is it legal? I see him evryday on the pavement.. can someone explain me pleaseRead lessRead more

Yeah why shouldn't disabled people be made to crawl to the shops? Pure lazyness!....

people really comparing mobility scooters and what is in essence a chavved up council estate segway

geordibbk

If only I was 20 years younger, voted hot.

Well if I was 20 years younger it's a toss up between one of these or an 18 year old girlfriend.

Don't understand all the hate these are getting - reckon these would be good fun to bez about on but wouldn't spend £200 on one as I reckon the novelty would ware off fairly quickly.

Still though, heat added

rpope

Illegal off private land so useless to most people

Some laws are made to be broken. This ridiculous law is one of them.

DonkeyKonk

I agree, look daft, and dangerous.Just slightly quicker than walking too, … I agree, look daft, and dangerous.Just slightly quicker than walking too, and without any health benefit.Wall-E esque.Read lessRead more

You walk 10mph do u? You probably walk less than half that speed.

Error440

How to make yourself look like a prat in 1 easy step.1. Buy one of these … How to make yourself look like a prat in 1 easy step.1. Buy one of these stupid segway things.how to make yourself into a complete Ahole in 2 easy steps.1. Buy one of these stupid segways or a bicycle. 2. Use it on the pavement.There was actually some prat using one of those stupid segway things inside TK Maxx last week,  dont know why security didn't tell him to get off the stupid thing.Read lessRead more

I bet you cant get one thats why you think a person who has one looks like a prat. The majority of people would love to have one therefore its cool