Electric Scooter Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dagwood Streets
News, reviews and opinions on ELECTRIC Scooters. A fun listen for all ages discussing where, what and why we ride.
Enjoy the penultimate episode of the Electric Scooter Podcast because Episode 110 will be the FINAL. That's right, no more ESP after Episode 110. Scooterheads can still follow Dagwood at:
https://www.youtube.com/@dagwoodstreets
As well as the new channel featuring topics about Thailand:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvGj7eoP4S5FLDdi_i3KPcw
Part two of Dagwood's interview with Jack Gillin of OKAI Scooters recorded live at the Consumer Electronics Show 2023 in Las Vegas.
Okai may be the most established scooter company selling high quality, reasonably-priced scooters that you have never heard of. Listen to Dagwood's live interview with Okai's Jack Gillin and get hip. More on Okai in upcoming episodes!
CES is where the world's biggest brands do business and meet innovators, and Dagwood did exactly that. In this episode he talks to Scooter Star Ginger on Wheels and Dualtron dealer Shannon Parker.
In addition to Tim's top scooters of 2022, Dagwood remedies the lack of a theme song for Tim's Electric and replays previous themes made for Zero to Epic, Paul Somerville and Ginger on Wheels. Listen as Tim gives his perspective on electric scooters suitable for riding in wet conditions, big guys & gals, off road bargains, city commuters and much more!
Must watch:
https://youtu.be/uijQn9cNHZs
Source Video:
https://youtu.be/53JKirOASGg
Shop Timothy's Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/timothywest
The Electric Scooter Guide released a video of recommended scooters that cost less than US$2000. In this episode Dagwood reviews that list and gives his opinions on which scooters may fit you and your lifestyle.
Credit: Audio clip "Zero to Epic" sampled "Driving" by The Conspiracy
https://youtu.be/gukiin_qZNc
https://www.youtube.com/@EScooterGuide
Dagwood reviews two new videos from Tim West and Ginger on Wheels targeted at big guys and gals who want scooters with higher weight tolerances. Then, Dagwood covers the news on ESPN.
https://youtu.be/889u7LS5Mlk
https://youtu.be/CLeA6ezy9jY
https://youtu.be/wylHRXpaFyI
Dagwood reviews 2 lists, one from CNET and the other from the Electric Scooter Guide.
The Electric Scooter Podcast is affiliated with neither CNET nor the Electric Scooter Guide.
https://electric-scooter.guide/
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/best-electric-scooter/
Join Dagwood as he takes a stroll down memory lane visiting Spain, plane crashes, Frankenscoots, Ginger Goo and a few of the more engaging audio clips culled from interviews over the last two years.
Two years and 100 episodes of the most popular electric scooter podcast in the world comes down to this brilliant bit of audio so put on your headphones, relax and enjoy clips from Dagwood's favorite interviews.
Dagwood continues his discussion with Inokim's designer and engineer Nimrod Sapir and Chief Technical Officer Allon Gladstone as they compare hang gliding to scooting, what it's like dealing with People's Republic of China factories and a secret Israeli technology that will be available as an option on future Inokim scooters that just might save your life.
You may not know the name of the engineer who pioneered hub motors and compact lithium batteries in electric scooters but here's your opportunity to hear the story of inventor, engineer, hang glider and electric scooter OG Nimrod Sapir! In this episode Nimrod is joined by his CTO, Allon Gladstone and they answer Dagwood's questions about the philosophy of design, tires and all things electric scooter.
A group of guys (mea culpa girls, I'll try to include the female perspective at the next roundtable) discuss all things related to the scooter lifestyle.
A scooter roundtable that includes a Fireman, a Paramedic and a Construction Magnate but no female representation! What? Dagwood drops the ball bigly by inviting a narrow, non-inclusive segment of the scooter community to talk about about the lifestyle, why it isn't for everyone and more.
In the news, Yogi Steve breaks his arm and Ginger on Wheels has a new product that you MUST BUY if you ride at night.
https://pevfirelight.com/
What is an Uber Scooter?
Ginger On Wheels is in Vietnam and has some observations on navigating the traffic and Dagwood shares his experience riding scooters in Hanoi as well as a remote area to the southwest bordering Laos. Should Scooterheads obey the law to the detriment of their own safety and well-being and when is it okay to ride on the sidewalk?
https://www.youtube.com/c/GingerOnWheels/videos
Scooters and skateboards are the same in the eyes of the Michigan state judicial system as electric scooters fall under "electric skateboard" laws, does that make sense?
All this and an original scooter song "Scoot on by" performed by Dagwood Streets; but don't fret, the song is at the end of the episode so you can skip it if you so desire.
Unagi killed the Model Eleven after investors pumped $700,000 USD into the venture via Indiegogo. Instead, they are bringing out the Model One Voyager, an upgraded version of the Model One. Find out why in this episode.
Dagwood talks to Esteban Juarez of Z E-Scooters in Mexico City. Listen as he struggles with his crappy Spanish language "skills" and tries to figure out a way to present the audio in an interesting way.
https://www.zescootersmx.com/
Para nuestros oyentes de Español les presentamos el episodio 93 en Español.
https://www.zescootersmx.com/
The British media continues to put its lack of understanding of electric scooters on display
Dagwood narrowly escapes a massive earthquake to apprise you of the electric scooter situation in CDMX (Ciudad De MeXico)
Graham Conway says hybrids are preferred to fully electric vehicles but Scooter Star Tim West disagrees, find out why and hear England's news station GBN debate the pros and cons of electric scooters. SPOILER: GBN gets all their statistics from rental scooter companies and private owners are not represented.
https://youtu.be/ESFvZUxhUAg
https://www.youtube.com/c/TimsElectric
https://youtu.be/_iSBu_xs09k
In this episode Dagwood recommends YouTube scooter videos from Jimmy Chang & Ginger on Wheels as well as virtual reality (VR) videos from McLarty Films. You do not need Oculus headgear in order to watch many virtual reality videos, you can often use your smartphone or even an eight dollar Google Cardboard.
https://youtu.be/Siy9FImt1DI
https://youtu.be/JmxhWhRnB3Y
https://youtu.be/jPFy2fPHrT8
Are PEVs and other electric vehicles as friendly to the environment as some would lead us to believe? Dagwood ensures scooterheads hear all sides of the "truth." If you are a Car Gal (or Guy) and love a certain brand you may be interested in some of the car brands that are releasing their own versions of electric scooters. All this and Electric Scooter Podcast News (ESPN).
https://youtu.be/7ydFaB9ENOs
https://youtu.be/S1E8SQde5rk
More anti-Scooterhead bias in the media from Australia as well as news from the Hoosier state and a brazen scooter heist in NYC. Dagwood seems surprised when Australians journalists mimic 1930s gangster accents as they taunt scooter riders.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxmdWeLqKrM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6iXm82Jzzs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrERPHYugbo
Figuring out whether you can bring along an electric scooter on your travels can be dicey and airline rules can differ from TSA recommendations, so listen to what Dagwood and Ed the Pilot have to say on the subject.
Do you have experience bringing a scooter aboard an airplane? Contact Dagwood at dagwoodstreets@gmail.com to help enlighten fellow scooterheads.
Jimmy Chang buys a Rivian:
https://youtu.be/pOKMpiKvypM
Ramier hosts ESG's "Top 5 Reasons You Should Buy an Electric Scooter":
https://youtu.be/PWS5W8vqwyw
Ed the Pilot is back to talk about ways to get around town after dropping an airplane off for a client. Dagwood and Ed then compare specifications and prices on a huge list of lightweight scooters. Additionally, your "Host who eats the most roast, sometimes between toast" goes off on another borderline schizoid rant about how much he hates keys on scooters.
Pilot and adrenaline junkie Ed delivers airplanes and wants a scooter for commuting after he lands in faraway cities in locations that are not always near a town. He has to be able to get from the airplane to his hotel and maybe make a stop somewhere to grab a burger or the occasional chocolate soufflé, Peking duck, enchilada or whatever it is he eats. Don't ask me what's on Ed's menu, how would I know what he eats?
With rental cars in the United States often over $100 per day and Uber not always available in certain locations a scooter seems to be the way to go, but is it really?
In this episode Ed and Dagwood discuss the many scooters that are available and which ones would be most suitable to his situation. It's a sticky wicket Scooterheads; things are not always as they appear and you will find out in the next episode when a gigantic monkey wrench is hurled right at Dagwood's melon!
Just as sure as a one-legged duck swims in circles you will be enthralled by Ed's thrilling tale of how he crash landed an airplane on the freeway north of Las Vegas, dusted himself off, and walked away as the flames leapt skyward behind him like in a Michael Bay blockbuster movie. You may think I'm joking but I have the pictures on my phone and looking at them sends a chill up my spine. Truly an episode not to be missed!
What's the difference between a Beetle and a beatle? How long have electric scooters been in existence and what was their evolution? What kind of gear does a Scooterhead need in the blazing heat? Answers to these questions and more in this episode.
Okai Beetle:
https://youtu.be/2f4yQSA9098
Aike T:
https://youtu.be/XHd-kOrWYso
To prepare for an upcoming interview with a pilot who needs a scooter to bring on the airplane and get around towns he is unfamiliar with, Dagwood relied on the Electric Scooter Guide's "Top 10 best lightweight Scooters" video to narrow down the field of candidates.
Dagwood also comments on fat tire scooters as we take a look at the Stator LE from NantMobility which has a few unique design features and costs around 4K USD.
ESG Lightweights:
https://youtu.be/HC2TIxWSM2U
Stator LE:
https://youtu.be/5nyp55tQPK8
In this episode Dagwood gets excited over Unagi's as yet unreleased Model 11. Also in this episode, Electric Scooter Podcast News covers Tim West's opinions on Ebikes versus scooters and Dags plays a quick audio segment from Ginger on Wheels' live chat.
Tim's Electric Video:
https://youtu.be/VDIl0xwW1fo
GoW's Live Chat:
https://youtu.be/_P-Eqp3h8Y4
Why would Apollo make an expensive scooter with its own proprietary Mach 1 controller, GPS, fall detection, theft deterrence and 12 inch "self healing" tires but NOT include a display? Listen to an interview conducted brilliantly by Chase of the Electric Scooter Guide in a bar in Amsterdam and find out why.
Also in this episode you will hear the CEO of Apollo's keynote address on the new "hyper" (huh?) scooter and Ginger on Wheels' live chat revealing he is considering his own line of products that includes a tire slime that, as opposed to some other products, may actually be effective.
Why on earth would Dagwood be skeptical about a scooter with the amazing specs listed below? Check out this episode and find out. You will also hear Scooterstar Tim West's initial thoughts and a member of the Electric Scooter Guide team interview Apollo representatives in a bar in Amsterdam.
The as yet unreleased Apollo Pro features over 150 custom made components, unibody construction and an aluminum frame. The "Mach 1" controller was designed in Canada.
The Pro has an integrated SIM card that will allow owners to track and lock their scooters (when your phone is closer than 16 feet away) via the Apollo App.
The IoT (Internet of Things) allows owners to track battery temperature and how long until the next charge-- in real time. Top speed, light intensity and color, horn, and more can also be customized via the Apollo App. The only way I'd customize top speed would be to max it out.
The Apollo Pro comes with front and back turn signals. Apollo claims the 360-light system makes the Pro "highly visible" but even according to them sucks up a ridiculous amount of juice from the battery because they used RGB technology rather than LED. When a scooter can be made "invisible" and you won't need to buy a lock or remember a PIN code. I personally don't believe in locks or PIN codes, I believe you should just keep the scooter by your side no matter where you go and then there is no possibility that your scooter will be stolen. You may be "scooter jacked" but if that happens just whip out those kung fu skills that are renowned throughout the land.
Customers will be able to receive personalized help and assistance 24/7 for $20 a month. They found a way to get a subscription out of you because you can never get enough subscriptions, can you?
The kickstand comes out from under the scooter deck and allows you to prop the scooter up off the ground, similar to some motorcycle kickstands, in case you need to change the oil. Wait, scooters don't use oil...
Apollo claims this is the most waterproof scooter yet. It has a tight seal around the deck, allegedly making it "fully waterproof." Can't wait to try this out in my swimming pool.
Watch the ESG interview in Amsterdam:
https://youtu.be/iZ5HZZqmAr0
Check out Tim West at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/TimsElectric
Patronize your fellow scooter heads like Ginger and Wheels, Tim West and the Electric Scooter Guide by watching their YouTube channels and if they have a Patreon or "Amazon Affiliate" link. Using the Amazon Affiliate link costs you nothing extra but puts a little mula into scooterhead pockets so you have nothing to lose but gain products that are tried, true and proven. I make zero mula but I buy my scooter accoutrements from the Ginger on Wheels Amazon Affiliate link and I am satisfied customer.
Paramedic Cody is back in this final episode on Spain. Find out what kind of scooter he was riding, what the roads were like, what Spaniards think of scooting and how they scoot – do locals wear helmets? Are they polite? Do scooters generally follow traffic laws or is it a wild free-for-all on the roads? Are the roads smooth or cobblestone?
All this and more in this episode of the Electric Scooter Podcast.
Cody is back to talk about Spain including scooting, food, meeting people and more! Check out how sketch some of the roads can be for a scooterhead! Apparently most roads are nice but you may unknowingly turn down a 1000-year-old alley. And... cover your melon!
Paramedic and world traveller Cody is back from Barcelona and Ibiza to report on the scoot sitch in Spain and Dagwood sums up scooter statistics from around the world.
Buying a scooter for your nephew, niece, son or daughter? Don't know where to start? Start here and let Dagwood steer you in the right direction. Already own a scooter and have questions on maintenance, recommendations for new scooter purchases, or where to buy what? Check out this episode. Do it. Do it for the children. Don’t forget to check out Wrong Way’s YouTube channel, it is fantastic!
Paramedic Cody felt his rented Lime scooter slow down and was notified by app that his speed was being restricted due to his location in a public area! It's a true story that happened while Cody was in Spokane, Washington State. Hear the entire story plus the latest stats on podcast listeners in the United States, the idea of which was inspired by Evo Terra (Travis Unwin, mistakenly pronounced "Eco" Terra by Dags.
https://youtu.be/_QE1fOJNBDo
NutnFancy is a retired Air Force Pilot and one of the most trusted gear reviewers on YouTube because the products are either bought or borrowed and his reviews are unbiased. All these new creators on YouTube who review and unbox gear owe a debt of gratitude to one of the OG reviewers since 2006. Although his focus in mainly on tactical and outdoor gear systems, over a decade ago he had profound things to say about scootering that can be seen in his "Adventure Xootr" Parts One and Two available to watch on his YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/c/nutnfancy1776/about
https://youtu.be/bEA_KpJszas
https://youtu.be/X8wVsZzsTzs
ESP host Dagwood Streets felt strongly that what NutNFancy had to say was important enough to dedicate an entire episode to his philosophies on scootering.
Check out the videos in the links above, listen to this episode and support NutnFancy!
Dagwood experiments with a podcasting dongle to record directly to iPhone in preparation for future mobile podcast recording. How does it sound? Let him know at dagwoodstreets.com. Keep in mind that as a mobile experiment your host is wandering around as he speaks so you will hear planes flying overhead, cars driving by and whatever other sounds that may occur in daily life. Next episode will see a return to the high quality audio to which Scooterheads have become accustomed.
In this episode:
Microphones, cameras, on and off road helmets, recording interfaces and how to get good sound.
-Rode portable sound recording interface, the MICRO AI
-On road and off road helmets and "MIPS"
-Chin Curtains
-Lavalier microphones
-DJI ACTION and OSMO POCKET cameras and how to mount
-ETOOK and KRYPTONITE locks
-HAFNY and VORO Mirrors
-Gaffers tape
There are a few mental references you must alter when switching from an electric to non-electric or "Kick" scooter, and host Dagwood Streets illustrates but a few. Since he has been kick scootering a whopping 2 whole weeks he considers himself a "Master" already and thus qualified to teach the world.
A couple tips:
--On a kick scooter, don't ride down curbs in the same way you would on an electric scooter because it requires a different skill
--You can easily learn to ride up curbs on a kick scooter but it is NOT recommended on an electric scooter
--Use your paddle foot to lift the kick scooter over obstacles like pavement cracks and changes in ground surface
The main topic of this episode is urban planning and to that end we interview Andy, founder of Speakeasy Media at CES in Las Vegas.
Also, when we say "Safety," it may not be what you think because not everyone agrees we all should wear helmets, but ESP strives to present as many sides of scootering as possible; there are those who feel whether to wear or not wear a helmet is an individual right.
Paul Somerville of the Electric Scooter Guide (ESG) recently presented an ESG YouTube video called "Top 10 Long Range Electric Scooters - 85 Fully Tested"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXFn0pdXbQY&t=20s
and in this episode we dissect and comment on their choices.
Dagwood teased in previous episodes that he was going to buy a new scoot, but in this episode you will realize it is probably not what you expected. Is it click bait or just an unusual twist?
Dagwood also compares 3 kick scooters, the Razor A6, the Xootr line (mainly the MG, which stands for "magnesium") and the Micro Suspension. The company is "Micro" and the model is "Suspension."
What are the Pros and Cons of an electric vs kick scooter? Find out in this episode!
Beidu, who has never ridden an electric scooter, is back by popular demand and topics include Kazakhstan, Israel, AC/DC, Egypt, Thailand, how to take care of your hearing on the fly. Strangely, the episode opens with a "Rapid Fire" session.
After this interview, Beidu hit the ski slopes in Colorado and sadly, narrowly escaped death while downhill skiing. As of this writing he is in the Intensive Care Unit but scheduled to be transferred today-- so please keep him in your thoughts.
Beidu is back to talk about a great mountain bike app and questions why he doesn't see off road scooters on mountain bike trails. Also some good info on electricity as it applies to electric scooters and a bit more on Kazakhstan. Join us and hear the worst acapella version of "Highway to Hell" you've ever heard!
Architect, Mountain Biker, Engineer, Full time Skier and Camper Van DIYer Beidu talks about electric scooters in Kazakhstan. As with Ukraine, Kazakhstan is a former Soviet republic that borders Russia, but what is the electric scooter scene like?
After some Scooterhead Email, Dagwood talks about which new scooter to buy after selling 2 motorcycles. Candidates include Mosphera, Kuberg Ranger and A-Ride.
He's touring the USA spreading the gospel of scooters, helping scooterheads deal with scooter companies and giving away scooters; He's the one-and-only OH MAN DAN!
Thailand is trying to attract visitors so why are they hassling Scooterheads? It makes no sense. This episode is punctuated by more music than usual as we talk about why nobody (except Dagwood) is making scooter music and why scooters "aren't cool"? Also, get ready for BONE CONDUCTION!
Carl McLarty of McLarty Films rides an electric scooter for the first time and not only is it a BEAST but he takes it off road in challenging terrain. Here his thoughts on riding stances, how to tuck & roll in a fall and more!
We're back with Oh Man Dan as he discusses his experiences dealing with distributers and a wipeout happens ten feet from where we were recording!
Tim West of the great White North's scooters of the year and Oh Man Dan talks scooter politics, touring the USA to support Scooterhead rights and how humanitarianism ties in with electric scooters.
Dagwood rambles at the start bragging about the success of ESP and finally gets to the point about 5 minutes in as Fluid Free Ride's CTO talks about customer service, repairs, how he feels about scooters that require a key and much more- DON'T MISS THIS EPISODE!
Dagwood interviews Greg, CTO of Fluid Freeride about his MONSTER custom scooter, opening new shops in Brooklyn and San Francisco, tips on changing tires, electrical systems and scooters reaching 100 MPH.
Fluid Free Ride's Chief Technical Officer is back to discuss the differences in their model range and gives a technical expert's view on knobby vs street tires, drum brakes, solid tires and how to rooster tail. Models discussed include the Free Ride Horizon, Apollo Explore, Inokim, Mantis, Nami and the Wolf Warrior range.
Weird and interesting gadgets, scooters and other vehicles at the Consumer Electronics Show 2022 in Las Vegas and Dagwood interviews Greg, CTO of Fluid Free Ride.
The new year has Dagwood thinking about music playlists, specifically for riding scooters. Things you should NOT do on an electric scooter are discussed as well as the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Included for you to ignore is a bonus original song at the end of the podcast.
Dagwood compares scooting to surfing on the "Streetwise English" podcast (Topic: Memphis riots), reads emails and briefly waxes poetic on flatulence in music.
Horace Dediu is a Romanian-American micromobility industry analyst with a Master of Science degree in computer engineering from Tufts University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Harvard University. His "Ten Commandents of Micromobility" are interpreted by Dagwood as they apply to scooting.
An episode recorded in 2 parts; the Part One immediately following the Micromobility America 2021 Conference held September 23rd, 2021 (erroneously referenced in the episode as being held in October) in the San Francisco Bay Area and the 2nd part recorded upon return to the USA after more information on the conference was released. Prior to his trip to Ecuador, Dagwood was disappointed in information released on the Micromobility America 2021 Conference and began the episode cynical. After a couple months passed and more info became available he finished the podcast on a more hopeful note. Videos referenced:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9e2PrOGhGYU
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCev97VwfSAAgKyvzEbGbr_g
Dagwood reminds scooterheads to budget time for improving riding skills and offers advice on how to deal with road rage.
Dagwood finishes the interview with Francisco Castro of Travelisima in Cuenca and sums up scooting in Ecuador by talking about his experience in the capital of Quito.
Dagwood travels to Ecuador and reports on the scoot scene in the beautiful cities of Otavalo, Quito and Cuenca. After meeting up to scoot with EUCer and founder of Travelisima, Francisco Castro, Dagwood interviews the young entrepreneur.
Where does the podcast rank worldwide? Why rate ESP 5 stars on iTunes Podcast app? The clearest explanation of UK scooter laws to date, bobbies caught on tape giving their true feelings about electric scooter laws and Dagwood encourages all scooterheads to participate in the Electric Scooter Guide's scooter forum.
When researching to buy an electric scooter, avoid non-scooter webpages and YouTube channels because "review" and "best" webpages and channels are AT BEST bogus and AT WORST shills enticing you to buy scooters that are not appropriate for your scooter use case scenario but serve to pad their own wallets.
Is it me or is Marcus A. Quigley a bit obnoxious?
Host Dagwood Streets discusses Mosphera, a scooter designed in Latvia for military use and then the YCOM S1-X designed specifically for racing and finally Unagi's latest "smart scooter" the Model 11. Also, where you can find snowy mountains 45 minutes driving distance from Las Vegas.
Jesse is back for the 3rd installment of his interview with Dagwood Streets and they discuss cultural differences between One Wheelers and Scooterheads, how to properly cook a steak, Sur Ron E-Bike, bringing an electric scooter to the Harley dealership and RAPID FIRE!
Join PEVRA to promote safety and inclusion for personal electric vehicles. Our street, park, and public spaces must safely accommodate the growing number of personal electric vehicles and we need organizations like PEVRA to enable the REVOLUTION in personal electric vehicles! //NOTE: This interview was presented out of order to provide information on the SF-LA PEV run prior to the event.//
Jesse of PEVRA.org will ride an EUC from the San Francisco bay area to Los Angeles. How do you remain charged over such long distances? What is a Trikke? Can a PEV charge at a TESLA station? A few comparisons of electric unicycles with scooters and what it's like to race them both. //This Part 2 published prior to Part 1 in order to get the information out prior to the SF - LA trip.//
Big box chains are now selling a selection of electric scooters from several top brands including Unagi, Segway and Bird. Why countries should build electric scooter paths into transportation infrastructures and we discuss Ginger on Wheels' fave scoot of 2021.
Paris will reduce automobile speed limits while Finland will reduce scooter speeds, which policy makes more sense? Good news about scooter rental companies? Has Dagwood finally lost his mind?
Traveling to a destination specifically to SCOOT is a HOOT but the laws are so different from state to state that understanding legal issues with regard to scooting can be complicated. Also, a scooter-riding moth visits the podiatrist.
US news agencies continually misrepresent facts about scooter injuries and the danger posed to society by disseminating info that pertains to RENTAL scooters while there is little or no representation of privately-owned scooters. Dagwood is sick up and fed. HBO executives listen up because a great idea for a series or movie starring Keanu Reeves is contained in this episode.
The USCPSC promised, in writing, a phone interview to the ESP and then reneged! I had hoped a US Government commission charged with consumer safety would be responsive to citizens but my hopes were dashed. On the bright side, Sam Smith and Ashton Kutcher are scooterheads! What scootnanigans have they been up to?
ESP is about the scooter lifestyle so we discuss the culture that surrounds scooting. EP36 touches on not only hydraulic brakes, the Apollo Ghost & Wolf King but also Hawaii, food, surfing and more.
Creator of his own genre: Musician, foodie & scooterhead Izah B aka YouTube's "AROMA SURF" discusses good weather scooting, Boosted Rev, Hawaii, his band "ROOTS NATTY ROOTS" and food.
Korean vs Chinese battery cells, how to make a billion dollars with scooter tires and much more. Except for the horrible original soundtrack by Dagwood you won't want to miss this episode!
Recording audio while you scoot, ventilated helmets, waterproof scooters, single vs dual motor, steering dampers, Ryan's DIY van, Dagwood's lousy music, the bodacious WOLF KING and the squirrelly Dualtron Storm are among the many topics in this not-to-be-missed episode!
Scooters are not for everyone but they are fun, cheaper than other vehicles, promote social distancing and many claim more friendly to the environment than other modes of transportation.
Pedestrians form opinions about scooterheads based on limited experience so be a scooter ambassador and provide a good example. Private scooter ownership is outlawed in the UK so pedestrian opinions are formed by seeing people on scooters who don't wear helmets, abandon them anywhere and are unfamiliar with how to ride them! Ben Fox, where are you?
Spoiler alert - Dagwood did not enjoy riding YouTube's darling E-Scoot, the Apollo Phantom. The Electric Scooter Podcast News (ESPN) returns, and what accessories do you need the most?
Where to find scooter news, as opposed to reviews? In addition to that hot HOST RANT (the rant is hot, not the host; intentionally misplaced modifier) Scott from E-Carve Scooters in Florida has changed a kajillion scooter tires so he spills the beans on how to make it sooo much easier.
By popular demand we ask Zero to Epic how he was received at his destination of Newport, Oregon, why middle America is disappearing and the exotic flavored gas station coffee that fueled him on the trip. Would he consider crossing the USA on scooters again?
Cody and Damien are inexperienced with electric scooters but brave Las Vegas heat to give us their opinions. Cody talks about his new Tesla and Damien nearly eats pavement when the Apollo Explore's stem collapses.
Mid-twenties scooter noobs discuss new electric vehicles currently on the market and prepare to ride the Wolf Warrior and Apollo Explore in 116 degree Las Vegas weather. Will they become addicted to riding in the prone position? Listen now and find out the results in Episode 27.
ZTE is back to let Scooterheads know his favorite places to scoot across Route US20; it's probably not what you think! We also discuss the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of consumer products and the governing body over micromobility (NOT the Department of Transportation, as you may have assumed.)
Zero to Epic is back to Las Vegas after crossing 3,365+ miles of these continental United States and guess what? He learned a few things and wants to pass the info to you! Host Dagwood snakes ZTE into talking about food, especially in Buffalo NY. Also, there is a short discussion on cruise control, his next adventure (?) and a machine that squirts out pancakes.
ZTE is back and he has tales of close calls, bad weather and road rage as he crossed the USA on US 20. What did he learn? Listening to this exciting episode may reduce hypertension and lead to a 40% reduction in your risk of developing precancerous colon polyps. Oh wait, that's Vitamin D. Well, you should listen anyway.
New microphone and new format; in this episode we review the FFR Horizon mid-priced "Leisure Scooter" do a mild comparison to the Segway Ninebot and touch on the budget GoTrax.
In this "In betweenie" non episode, Zero to Epic discusses lessons learned while long distance scooting such as how to position himself and dealing with flat tires; hint: buy a scooter with tubeless pneumatic tires! ZTE will also spill the beans on which scooters he likes the most and give a few suggestions for riding in cold weather.
Part 2 of Dagwood’s visit to Phat Scooters in Arizona. COO Derrick explains why they limit speeds, how to avoid scooter scams, service & warranty issues and lipstick thread lock as well as custom build turnaround times and electrical systems. Dagwood describes how the Phat riding style differs from a standard electric scooter. See the accompanying video on the Dagwood Streets YouTube channel.
ZTE stress tests the Zero 11X in intense traffic and hills to the point that the motor gives up the ghost. Was he riding the Rion so fast that it made his mustache pointy or is he joining a barbershop quartet? Dag learns a ton about the amazing RION scooter, trouble shooting and more!
Who is the Phat Scooter customer? Professional athletes, musicians, movie stars and top shelf liquor companies- but maybe you can afford one! Wanna have the "pimpin"est electric scooter in your city or even state? Phat Scooters builds custom fat tire electric scooters for everyone from Bill Murray to even YOU with price tags from $4k+ to $25k. Killer rides that contribute to sustainability. In this episode Dagwood visits the factory and you will be shocked and amused what he learns.
eCarve Scooters founder Scott Carbone is back to talk about how the Segway Ninebot Max stands up to wear & tear and the huge difference tires can make - you need to hear this! During the interview on location in New Port Richey, Florida, a customer stops by with an E-Bike so beautiful it leaves Dagwood & Scott flabbergasted.
ZTE differentiates aspects of long distance electric scooter riding between Zero 10X & 11X, Wolf Warrior X (and why he likes it SO much), Wolf Warrior 11+, Apollo Phantom, and others as he continues on US Highway 20 across the USA. Also, how lucky he is to have Brian in the chase vehicle pointing out landmarks, arranging stops, filming and acting as his personal psychiatrist.
Another follow up on Zero to Epic's epic journey. In this mini episode ZTE scoots through Massachusetts and upstate New York and is amazed at the beautiful countryside as he takes a hiatus from his normally plant based diet.
https://electric-scooter.guide/blog/scoot-america-real-time-trip-tracker/
https://www.zerotoepic.com/
https://www.gofundme.com/f/scootamerica?utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet
Obstacles, how scooter range is affected by temperature for various scooters, dealing with inclement weather, crucial gear (Spoiler: He should have brought heated gloves) and more. ESP will continue to track ZTE as he crosses the USA to support environmentalism. You may donate to his cause at https://www.zerotoepic.com/ and track his progress at https://electric-scooter.guide/blog/scoot-america-real-time-trip-tracker/
Talented musician, firefighter, paramedic, scooter shop owner and scooterhead Scott Carbone moved from NYC to New Port Richey in his younger years and, after 20 years of saving lives and serving his community, set his sights on saving the planet so he rents & sells electric scooters in the beautiful, all-American hidden gem of New Port Richey, Florida. Part 1 of a multi-part interview so stay tuned!
"Zero to Epic" is back for Part 3 in a series of episodes discussing preparations to cross the USA on electric scooters. Check out his website (https://www.zerotoepic.com/) to see how you can make our planet a little greener while putting a smile on your face. We also talk about food!
Zero to Epic is back to talk about the Wolf Warrior, Inokim OX, Apollo Explore & Phantom as well as Zero 10 and 11X. Dagwood also asks about expected mileage, cruise control and more details on how he will accomplish the arduous journey through small town America via US 20.
ZTE discusses details of his plan to travel 3,365 miles across the USA on electric scooters. Where will he stay? What route will he take? Would you like your name displayed on his riding suit as he makes his epic journey? The answers to these questions plus a sneak peak at an unreleased version of the Zero 10X (Limited) and much more!
Social experiment: Will adrenaline junkie the Neutron Man decide to buy an electric scooter after an idyllic ride or will the Wolf eat him alive? Compare Dual to Single motor modes and Eco to Turbo modes. Opinions on Wolf Warrior, GoTrax and Fluid Free Ride.
After scooting the National park with our host, Zero to Epic takes a break from his rigorous training regimen to explain why you should visit Red Rock Canyon. Casual conversation in an outdoor restaurant in Blue Diamond, Nv. https://youtu.be/QuovWlh57-0
Budget, mid-range, performance and beast scooter recommendations, brakes, throttle types, protective gear and more about tires!
Kickstarts, dual motors, the best throttle type, single-sided swing arms, Inikim OXO, Slime, music and how to prevent the Wolf Warrior from epic failure. All this, and we play with fire- RAPID FIRE!
Paul Somerville is a motorcycle racer, hardware expert, mechanic, physicist and (SKA!) musician who is currently the Electric Scooter Guide's Hardware Program Manager, statistician and much more. Paul managed scooter repair operations for Lime and Skip in San Francisco and has worked X-Ray astronomy, lasers, optics and ran a custom motorcycle shop. Who on planet Earth is more qualified to answer technical questions about electric scooters? Maybe nobody. Paul is "where the rubber meets the road" on all things electric scooter-- so don your headphones and DON'T MISS THIS EPISODE!!!
Thrill seeker Neutron Man, after decades of surfing, hiking, motorcycling, sky diving, hang gliding and traveling the world, is considering buying an electric scooter. In EP9 we discuss where to buy, safety, braking, scoot locations and what you need to know before dropping that cashizzle.
Chuck dishes on his recommendations for first time scooter buyers, his favorite all-around scooter, trigger vs thumb throttles, and who would win in a fight between a hippo and a grizzly bear! In the news, a scooter murder in England and what scootering will look like in the future.
Chuck Temple discusses ESG's (the ultimate resource for all things electric scooter) start, mission, who does what around the office and the role of PEVs in society. Topics include female riders, the importance of buying from reputable dealers, scooter upkeep and more! In Part 2, Chuck will reveal his everyday driver, best "all arounder," recommendations for 1st time buyers, keyed ignitions, thumb vs trigger throttles and more-- STAY TUNED!
Timothy West is photographer, videographer and bonafide ScooterStar with over 500 YouTube videos (scootering, photography, yoga, etc.) under his belt. His scooter videos and reviews, set in beautiful Victoria, Canada on Vancouver Island, are designed to help find the perfect electric scooter for you.
Should you buy a scooter? Ben Fox YouTube scooter channel. What are the best tires for you, pneumatic, solid or honeycomb? Should you charge your scooter after every ride? Scooter news from around the world and more!
Props to Electric Scooter Guide, filming while scootering, why choose podcasting and "Electric Scooter Podcast News" are among the topics in this week's episode. We discuss the Inokim OXO, Wolf Warrior and the new Wolf King from Kaabo as well as Razor's new "SUP" hybrid scooter with bamboo deck.
ESP is the podcast for enthusiasts by enthusiasts. In this episode, YouTube reviews of ESG and Timothy West's Super Glide 4.0 video followed by Keilani's idea on how to pimp your scoot. In the news, a scooter get-together in Australia gets out of hand, India has a grand plan for micromobility and more!
https://electric-scooter.guide/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxCZG3mLNMgkEpUPoWqyPkQ
https://www.voromotors.com/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/electric-scooter-podcast/id1547064571
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrxHLTLFTFgEPH_hTtlf9Xg
In the 2nd ESP we discuss which scooters we'd like to own, most recent scooter adventure and favorite places to scoot. In the news we reveal the increase in scooter sales in the Philippines and a new Korean electric scooter in the works from a large Korean car manufacturer.
Ginger on Wheels:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkCihVG8JtVB2opxlh5psmw
Electric Scooter Guide:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxCZG3mLNMgkEpUPoWqyPkQ
Alien Rides:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_SqZPbG4MOBjpWJjW0Hi9Q
In this inaugural ESP episode we discuss E-Scoot top ten lists, why we scoot and the latest news from the world of electric scooters.