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Facing the choices for personal transportation turned into quite a difficult task for me. Budget played a rather large roll in this, but mostly convenience. I live in San Francisco, so practical and convenient mobility is essential. At first, I wanted to get a bike, but decided against that because I did not want to risk it getting stolen, but mainly because a new [decent] bicycle trended towards being crazy expensive. I wanted something that I could take out, get me from A to B, then occasionally to C, back to A again, then fold it up and put it out of the way. My attention was turned to kick scooters. I spent nearly two weeks researching scooters because I didn't want some cheap Razor, they are made for kids after all. I stumbled upon Go-Ped, at first I didn't know they made kick scooters, and was pleased to find out that their kick scooters were affordable and primarily made for adults! This immediately shied me away from the Xootr, my first choice, because if its cost and in most cases it couldn't hold a candle to the Go-Ped in the comparative reviews on Amazon. Initially, I was torn between the Super Grow-Ped and the Know-Ped, because I knew that the Grow-Ped models were smaller and more compact but were intended for children, and that the Know-Ped models were decidedly built for adults. Ultimately I decided to go with the Grow-Ped; a first-hand look at a scale version of the Know-Ped led me to this decision. There was a dealer in SF that had a Go-Ped scooter(an electric model)the same size as the Know-Ped and me let me examine it. It was huge! Even though this model had a motor on it; the standing platform was enormous!
The Super Grow-Ped
Pros:
1. Size: I'm 5'10" tall and 170lbs. I was worried at first that this model was going to be too small. The Super Grow-Ped is very comfortable for me to ride. At first glance[online] the thing doesn't look that big. Trust me, the images online and on Go-Ped's site do not do this scooter justice. For me, the handle bars come about an inch above my waist and is very comfortable to stand upright. The standing platform is also much bigger than it looks in the pictures. I am able to put both my size 11 feet on the deck just fine(although I rarely ride like that because I use the rear brake a lot going down hill). The scooter is very light, it weighs just about 10 pounds and is very easy to carry around in its upright position, in case you have to go up some stairs or something.
2. Comfort: As I mentioned, as tall as I am, I can ride this thing comfortably. However, this particular model was intended for use in stake parks and other such extreme conditions and can get a tad uncomfortable over some long[flat] distances. It turned out to be ideal for me because I utilize its compact size and agility to weave about San Francisco tourists, and the like.
3. Look: This scooter looks particularly sharp! That powder coated black paint looks very stylish. Not quite as vain as some other designer scooters, or as childish as a Razor.
4. Feel: feels really solid. The people at Go-Ped really delivered for those skate-park goers out there. Although I don't get that extreme with mine I am glad that I went with the extra stability, some streets in SF can get kinda bumpy. Speaking of bumpy, it is a very smooth ride! those large rubber tires soak up a lot of turbulence on the streets and rough sidewalks. Unlike the Razors, you won't go flying if you hit a stray pebble on the road. The front brake provides even more speed control for slowing down, although I found that the rear brake has more stopping power; I can keep up with SF traffic going down hill and still be able to stop at a red light.
5. Customer Service(not from Amazon): The people at Go-Ped were extremely helpful when making this decision. They answered several huge questions that led me to this purchase, and I'm very happy. They were able to give me unique insight to the size and practicality of both models I was considering for my purchase. Props to the Go-Ped Team, thanks again.
Cons
1. Convenience: Don't get me wrong, this scooter is plenty convenient for me. But this model doesn't come with a latch to keep the handle bars locked in place when in the folded position, unlike Go-Peds other models. The reason is because of the taller handle bars the Super Grow-Ped has installed on it. As a temporary solution I found that you can use any Velcro or buckle strap to hold it in place so you can carry it while its folded. In my case this turned out to be its biggest flaw, because it is imperative that I be able to fold it in order to bring it into certain buildings, and to conveniently store it when I get home.
2. Shipment: I was told that it would be shipped in one piece. It wasn't. I had to assemble it myself without instructions. Luckily, the assembly was very self explanatory and I was able to put it together with little to no effort. However, it did require a hammer, that I didn't have, so I had to improvise.
3. Feel: There is some play in the handle bars going back and forth. It was annoying at first but I was later assured by the manufacturer that it really wasn't that big of a deal. They offered some solutions to tighten it a little, but it still wobbles about(ever so slightly).
Overall: A very VERY good scooter. Not just cheap pieces of recycled aluminum and roller-blade wheels bolted together for the kids at Christmas time, nor a very expensive and ostentatious fashion statement that says "I wanted an adult scooter, so I bought the most expensive one." I am quite content with my decision to go with this scooter and not a bicycle. This way I can keep an eye on it by taking it with me rather than having to chain it up outside. Its added "skate park" stability turned out to be a plus on SF streets.
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Description: After great demand from our dealers and anticipation from retail customers, we are pleased to introduce the New Super Grow-Ped.
Built to allow teenagers to do tricks and hit the skate parks, while still providing the compactness of the Grow-Ped.
Specifications: Heavy duty 20in X-Ped Tbar fitting with billet pro clamp, drag bar and wood dowel Unbendable ½in axle bolt with welded axle bushings Thicker head tube Heavy duty 4130 Chromoly steel frame with lifetime guarantee New "Synister Black? powder coating
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