Cool E-Wheel Tech range 128 miles at speeds upto 45mph

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The discussion revolves around a new e-wheel technology that boasts a top speed of 45 mph and a driving range of up to 128 miles. Participants explore various aspects of the device, including its design, safety concerns, and the concept of "Veteran Riders." The conversation includes personal experiences and comparisons to other forms of transportation.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express excitement about the e-wheel's capabilities, noting its impressive speed and range.
  • Concerns are raised regarding the safety of riding at high speeds, with multiple participants sharing fears about potential accidents and injuries.
  • There is confusion about the term "Veteran Rider," with some suggesting it refers to experienced riders while others question its meaning.
  • Participants discuss the stability of the e-wheel, with some noting that it appears unstable at first but may be manageable once accustomed to it.
  • One participant compares the experience of riding the e-wheel to jumping from a height, using physics equations to illustrate the impact of speed.
  • Safety gear is emphasized by several participants, with discussions about the importance of helmets and protective clothing when riding at high speeds.
  • Humorous references to Evel Knievel and personal anecdotes about crashes are shared, contributing to the light-hearted tone of the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the impressive specifications of the e-wheel and the importance of safety gear. However, there is no consensus on the safety of riding at high speeds, with differing opinions on the risks involved and the meaning of "Veteran Rider." The discussion remains unresolved regarding the overall safety and practicality of the e-wheel technology.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying levels of familiarity with e-wheels, indicating a potential gap in knowledge about their history and usage. The discussion includes personal experiences and hypothetical scenarios that may not fully capture the technical aspects of the e-wheel technology.

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Thing looks scary as hell to me. It's impressive how he handles it.
 
jedishrfu said:
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Made by former Gotway Engineers, desiring the ultimate high-performance 20″ Wheel for the Veteran Rider in mind
"Veteran Rider"? Who has been riding these things for a while? Have I been living in a cave or something? o0)
 
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berkeman said:
"Veteran Rider"? Who has been riding these things for a while? Have I been living in a cave or something? o0)
Yeah, I'd never even heard of them.
 
You sure won't catch me going 45 mph on one of those things. Imagine hitting a bump and face-planting at 45 mph. Turn your face into hamburger.
 
phyzguy said:
You sure won't catch me going 45 mph on one of those things. Imagine hitting a bump and face-planting at 45 mph. Turn your face into hamburger.
Exactly
 
Kind of reminds me ofthe Ghost Riders song, maybe because of where you might go riding one of these things at our age and depending on your age:

Stan Jones (songwriter 1948)


Burl Ives 1949:


Marty Robbins


Johnny Cash
 
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phinds said:
Yeah, I'd never even heard of them.
I've seen them in London, although slower. I would think I could outrun the ones I've seen over short distances.
 
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I was impressed by how easy the rider got on.

Before that, I was thinking about how unstable it must be initially.
 
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phyzguy said:
You sure won't catch me going 45 mph on one of those things. Imagine hitting a bump and face-planting at 45 mph. Turn your face into hamburger.

Is it really any worse than crashing on a bicycle at 45 MPH? Given the extra height a bicycle might be worse. I think it just looks more exposed, less stable.

In any case, you probably wouldn't actually land on your face. That sounds like something from a Bugs Bunny cartoon.
 
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JT Smith said:
In any case, you probably wouldn't actually land on your face.
I agree. You would most likely end up doing serious, possibly permanent, damage to your hands and/or elbows and/or knees.
 
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berkeman said:
"Veteran Rider"? Who has been riding these things for a while? Have I been living in a cave or something?
They've been around since those cave days.

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I'm surprised they don't use that, maybe as a logo
 
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berkeman said:
Veteran Rider"? Who has been riding these things for a while? Have I been living in a cave or something?
I think this might be self limiting...veteran rider my be an oxymoron
 
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berkeman said:
"Veteran Rider"? Who has been riding these things for a while? Have I been living in a cave or something? o0)
I saw a guy riding one of these passed my house back around March this year. I think he was going about 50 mph. I can only imagine what might happen with a face plant or interacting with a vehicle. One would have to wear, helmet, gloves, shoulder pads and knee pads.
 
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Having never jumped out of a moving vehicle, I always find it difficult to gauge what something like "45 mph" means outside the concept of a vehicle. So I usually convert it to jumping from a height via the ke & pe equations.

1/2 mv2 = mgh

so h = v2/(2g)

Hence, 45 mph is the speed you will achieve after jumping off of a 6th floor balcony of a building. ( ≈21 meters, or 68 feet, @ 14ft/floor.)

Definitely want to wear a helmet.
 
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OmCheeto said:
Having never jumped out of a moving vehicle, I always find it difficult to gauge what something like "45 mph" means outside the concept of a vehicle.
Well, speaking from personal experience, that's why you wear leathers or ballistic material riding suits (and they generally have built-in pads at hard points like knees, elbows, hips, shoulders). And of course a high-quality helmet.

In addition to limited impact protection, the coefficient of friction between the leathers and the pavement is pretty low (on purpose), so you end up sliding for most crashes. When you high-side, you will fall from a height of a few feet onto the pavement, but when you low-side crash, you basically just fall a few inches and start sliding.

One other safety tip -- when you low-side at 100mph+ and slide gracefully off the track, and you think you've stopped sliding and want to stand up, count to at least 5 first. Do not ask me how I know this... o0)
 
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berkeman said:
Do not ask me how I know this...
"..., dern't hafta..." +many.
 
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As I recall, Evil Kenevil seemed to bounce a lot.