![]() You can't go wrong – both the Blink S and Blink S2 are remarkably light for an electric skateboard. ON THE STREETSĮditor Danny Choy rides the Acton Blink S electric skateboard. Overall, the boards definitely feel easier to ride this time around – the acceleration on the Blink S feels more progressive and it's a delight to never have to kick-push, especially when climbing an incline. The remote for the Blink S and S2 are similar to the remote offered in the original Blinkboard – a thumb stick that propels the Blink S2 forward when pushed up and slows it down when pulled back. According to Treadway, minor changes to the remote's stick improved its smoothness in braking and acceleration. For the S2, braking and acceleration is further fine-tuned to manage the torque of two motors. What's more, the S2 remote has an additional battery warning indicator when the power is running low. However, braking will still require some finesse as a panic stop could definitely cause a person to pull back on the toggle too quickly and throw a person off the board. On the other hand, over-cautiousness will cause longer braking distances, which would obviously suck if you run out of road. Perhaps this is something Acton will continue to calibrate before launch. While ripping the Blinks at Battery Park, the fresh whip didn't go unnoticed – the design of the Blink S and S2 turned a lot of heads and caused at least one curious pedestrian to stop and ask a couple questions about the electric skateboard and ultimately appreciate its cool appeal. Of the two, The Blink S is definitely the one I preferred more. It's easy to ride, lightweight and offers the better bang for the buck. The S2 has the benefit of a significantly longer range, but the S2's longer wheelbase doesn't necessarily make it any more stable than the standard S. What's more, the extra 3 mph top speed is negligible. ![]() What isn't negligible, however, is the price. ![]() The standard Blink S retails for $699 while the S2 demands $999, a $300 premium. So will the multitude of people that usually take the bus or put on running shoes to walk around the neighborhood immediately bring home an Acton Blink S and embrace a new way to get around? Well, probably not. Skateboarding isn't mainstream and electric skateboarding is less so, at least for now. Instead, the Acton Blink S and S2 are really high-quality products that are better catered to a niche type of buyer that are young, or young at heart, and looking for a hip way to get around and will pay a little extra for the added convenience of electric motors to avoid breaking a sweat. The Acton Blink S and S2 aren't for everyone, but for some, there is no substitute. Here are my impressions of everything.įollow the discussion on Reddit here Introduction The Acton Blink S is available now, while the S2 will ship early 2017.I rode and tested the latest prototype Acton Blink Qu4tro (). Today () I went over to Acton's Headquarters in Santa Clara, California, and tested the Blink Qu4tro. I was invited the previous day via email, and the person I corresponded with was extremely nice and extremely prompt when responding. I'm writing this review for future Qu4tro owners as well as Acton engineers, who I'm also linking to this review. When I got there, there were two other people there, as well as a huge number of engineers gathered around. Safety and reliability are our highest priorities.We were taken to the back through their prototyping garage, which contained all sorts of boards in half built states, including another Qu4tro with its internals spilling out. Our motorized lightweight shortboards are sturdy, strong and built to last! Not only that, but ACTON BLINK Lite boards come fully-equipped with LED lights that ensures our riders are both visible to traffic and can light the way to see obstacles on the road. Weighing only 7.7 pounds, our boards are the lightest and most portable on the market.while cruising at speeds up to 10MPH! The perfect gift for holidays and birthdays, your kit will arrive with a board, a portable battery charger, and a simple-to-use remote control that the rider can use to accelerate, brake, and switch from forward to reverse, all at the press of a button. Built for smaller riders up to 130 lbs, it's perfect for kids and teens getting around town or riding to school in a way that's sure to turn heads! When the battery runs out, the BLINK Lite acts just like a regular skateboard, allowing the rider to push themselves. The BLINK Lite is the world's lightest electric skateboard, making it extremely portable and fun to ride for kids and teens! Our top-of-the-line lithium-ion batteries will charge fully in just 2 hours, and ensure miles of fun. 2018 Acton Blink Lite V2 Electric Skateboard
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