So! This past weekend, I got to fulfill a lifelong dream. And no, it wasn't to be a contestant on the Gong Show! No, I got to ride a Segway around. And, much to my expectations, it was way fucking cool.
Without getting too technical (because I really have no idea!), I must say that the unit itself is very responsive, but not in any way that seemed too much. I was told that if I could balance my weight on one leg, I'd be fine. And I did just that as I got on, then moved the other foot on. Lean feet forward to go forward. Lean 'em back to center to stop. Lean 'em backwards to go... backwards! Turn the stick left or right to pivot around. Combine for turning while moving. Simple, ain't it!
Before long, I was zooming around the neighborhood, taking it to the streets. I felt like king of the hood, and the rush was amazing. Just like a kid with a toy, a big expensive wheeled toy. All I needed the bluetooth headset piece to match!
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