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Portable scooter to carry in the 10?
- Thread starter AndyT
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I looked hard, found that decent speed and range are inversely proportional to carrying it in an RV-9A. I ended up with a Seqway NineBot but it's tough to get into my plane and have ended up only using it to get around the airport (long walk to the bathroom). More storage room with a baggage door may well make any of the better scooters working just fine.
Auburntsts
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Just as a data point, if you want something bigger, in our 10 we travel with folding e-bikes that have 20” BMX sized wheels. I put them the back seat in bike bags I bought off Amazon along with a collapsible wagon to haul gear in. I bungee the wagon to the bike’s cargo rack and turn it into a redneck trailer of sorts.
I have & fly with the Ninebot at times. A quick release on the steering bar brace makes for an easier loading.
There are many electric folding scooters out there with good speed and range. We had 2 that fit in the back of the 14 and took them everywhere. They would fit easily in the back of the 10 but after the electric scooter incident at OSH 2024 (maybe 2025) decided that I was not risk averse enough to place in the back of the 10. Went with true folding bikes (non-electric) for the 10. A little bigger but still easy to peddle. Check the battery chemistry for whatever you purchase.
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I've had great success in my RV7 with Dynamic Scooter Model B - https://dynamicscooter.com/product/model-b/
It's defining characteristic is that the board folds completely in half so it is infinitely easier to get in and out of the airplane compared just normal electric scooters. The speed, range, and everything else about is unremarkable but the ergonomics are brilliant and it beats walking.
It's defining characteristic is that the board folds completely in half so it is infinitely easier to get in and out of the airplane compared just normal electric scooters. The speed, range, and everything else about is unremarkable but the ergonomics are brilliant and it beats walking.
FYI, May's issue of Sport Aviation and the latest Camping Guidelines advises that if you're camping at Camp Scholler:
Might influence what you decide to get.
- The following electric devices are strictly prohibited in Camp Scholler: electric scooters, electric motorcycles, segways, electric unicycles, electric hoverboards (including Onewheel devices), and electric skateboards.
- Unlicensed motorized vehicles including motorbikes, motor scooters, or motorcycles are prohibited on Camp Scholler roadways.
- A valid driver’s license is required to drive licensed motor vehicles in Camp Scholler. This does not include golf carts, ATVs/UTVs, electric bicycles and other personal transportation devices.
- The speed limit for all vehicles and devices being operated in Camp Scholler is a maximum of 10 MPH This includes all automobiles, motorcycles, golf carts, ATVs/UTVs, mopeds, electric bicycles, etc.
Might influence what you decide to get.
I thought that getting a Golden Retriever into the luggage compartment was difficult until I tried to wrestle that scooter in there. Without the Flyboys canopy extension, don't even think it would be possible. Last-mile transportation has always been a topic on aviation forums. Skateboards and One Wheels keep coming up, but I think there must be an age limit on the practicality. I've seen some truly impressive crashes on those things, both professionally and while scrolling YouTube. I don't heal like I used to...not for me.
Folding bikes are good. Never have to worry about the charge and cables. This one has a belt drive and internal geared hub. Looow mx.
www.prioritybicycles.com
PRIORITY FOLDER
The Priority Folder is the most compact, versatile bicycle we’ve ever offered. It's a belt drive folding bicycle that's an ideal option for intermodal commuters and recreational riders for whom storage space is a concern. The Folder is a tremendous value.
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glider_rider
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No direct experience with a 10. Brompron folding bikes are the most compact ones. Plenty of cheap and decent quality clones available. For serious touring I would recommend a Montague bike. Fits nicely in 14 baggage compartment.
I have 2 of these https://zizzo.bike/products/zizzo-f...sa3qiOulkkp49SdukqY2JfTDe0IOSOQdfw-vvGPQ5tya1 If anyone is interested. Like new, with carrying bags, lite 23lbs, only used 3 times. With my wife's health declining, it is not safe for her to be on a bike. PM me if interested. Would have to pick up in Virginia. I will post a proper add if I get no response.
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