I have a question I'd like to ask my GD friends

[madokie]

I'm 68 with a bad case of COPD and have been thinking of buying an all terrain segway. What say you all. I can't walk more than a very short ways now because of this condition in fact just strolling around the yard is out of the question anymore. This would be good for my Morel mushroom foraging in the spring as well

Anyone have any actual experience with one of these to share with me.

Mods this is pretty much the only place suitable for me to post this as I would like as many to see this OP as possible. For the feedback and sharing of ideas

Not really interested in the holier than thou get off my ass and walk crowd so spare me those please.

Thanks

Heres an example of what I'm looking at: http://www.ebay.com/itm/BRAND-NEW-Segway-X2-SE-Personal-Transporter-/142019810163?hash=item21110a5373:g:rxcAAOSwQTVV7jAy

[Solly Mack]

1. I don't know anything about the all terrain segways and I landed on my bottom with a standard one.

I just wanted to say I wish you all the best!

[madokie]

3. I still have pretty good balance

I realize that the earlier ones had some problems but those problems have long been corrected, or so I've been told and my research has shown

Thanks

[elleng]

5. I don't know but

glad to hear your balance is good.

Good luck.

[madokie]

6. Plus I'm still quick as a cat too boot

both would be good to have on one of these I'd think

[elleng]

7. Sounds good!

[Solly Mack]

8. I fell because I was being silly. I know you'll do better.

[madokie]

9. I get pretty silly too you know, (as some of my replies and OP's has shown over the years)

and even at this age I'm not being told by my doctor that I have osteoporosis or any thing like that.

[Solly Mack]

10. Silly can be a good thing. :)

[madokie]

11. Why yes it can

In my case anyway

[floriduck]

19. Are you on a portable oxygen supply?

[Jim Beard]

26. I am and it is a life saver.

I use the liquid with a small backpack that when full, weighs less than 5 pounds and last an hour on the highest pulse.

[floriduck]

36. My dad used a 3wheeled scooter to get around before he died. He liked it since the seat swiveled.

It enabled him to use ramps to get in and out of the center he stayed at. That might be a safer option than a Segway. Just another option for you.

[malaise]

2. I hope you find what you're looking for

K & R

[madokie]

4. Thank you

It would greatly improve my mobility and quality of outdoor life

[TexasProgresive]

12. Well my friend, if I may call you that- Go for it.

I don't have any experience with them but if it gets you moving in the fresh air what's the downside?

[madokie]

13. Yes you may call me friend

any day of the week and twice on Sundays

[TexasProgresive]

25. Thanks, I don't know what those things cost but who am I to judge.

I retired 16 months ago and have spent at least a couple of thousands on bicycles and parts. I know with COPD cycling is not an option but I am a big fan of getting out even when it is hot or cold. Well the weather keeps it interesting.

[madokie]

30. 6 grand

the cost isn't that big of an issue but the mobility that it would afford me sure is. I have a highly modified, lifted, big ass tired, gas golf cart but it like a car has its limitations. A power chair has its limitations too. As does my power chair powered yard card I built for myself a few years ago. The segway would fit right in the little hole these all have in their usefulness for me, Hince my questions to all of you.

Thanks for the replies

I used to have a picture of my own personal made yard cart that I had in my sig line a few years ago. I can't find it right now or I'd post it

[passiveporcupine]

14. IF you have good balance,

and don't have a fear of falling, like I do, it looks like it would be a lot of fun too.

[Electric Monk]

15. Can it do stairs? nt

[madokie]

16. Not sure

but in my case I can put a small ramp up two steps on our back deck and then go right in the house. Actually I'd leave it in the mud room anyway thats right off the deck

[Electric Monk]

21. That seems like a deal breaker, if it can or can't. I'm not there, mobility wise, but I can empathi

empathize

[pnwmom]

17. Is it possible to rent one of those for a week and see if you like it? n/t

[Hoyt]

20. Looks like a good way to get around. This guy is enjoying life

https://www.google.com/search?q=all+terrain+segway&oq=alterrain+se&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0l3.9131j0j4&client=tablet-android-samsung&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8#imgrc=uBViSUFC6sRw2M%3A

Good luck. Don't need it right now, but I too am at an age where I like options.

[Jim Beard]

27. That is a good link, thanks!

I am glad brought this up. The thought never occurred to me.

[Hekate]

22. Best of luck, and enjoy!

[ananda]

23. I suggest getting the kind with tank tires.

They look more stable.

[jtuck004]

24. In Oklahoma City, probably to East Texas, up to KS, sure. If you run out of

juice you can pretty much coast to the next county.

Where are you planning on using it, and are they allowed? Any liability? If it fails do you leave your $6K skateboard alone somewhere while you go to the hospital, or for help?

As someone on SS, I am not sure how useful it is for a personal vehicle. If I had a lot more money, perhaps.

It reminds me of getting a boat. One of those things that is a hole in the water into which you pour money.

I would get a powered wheelchair just because people are used to seeing those. You could customize it so it would leave the segway in its dust. And have a wet bar.

But that's just opinion...

[Jim Beard]

28. Lots of people in my little town rent golf carts,

usually to go to the grocery stores. It isn't a real high traffic area to get to the stores. They don't seen to last long or maybe the riders get too tired. They still had to walk through the store.

[Dalai_1]

29. I know someone who has COPD

and has a Segway. He loves it!
He uses a mask due to air particulates (which cause air trapping in lungs..)
I think they are wonderful!

Thank you for posting and asking..

[cate94]

31. If you can afford it, get it.

It will help you stay active. It will actually help you maintain your balance, since you still have it - is an awesome ability to maintain. Anything that can help you get out and enjoy your life is a great thing to have.

[CK_John]

32. I've used an adult trike for the last 3 yrs. This yr I put a electric

assist motor on the front wheel. It is only used on street/sidewalk never been off road.

[Laffy Kat]

33. As long as you keep a cell phone handy or have someone go with you.

I'm Ms. Pragmatic when it comes to safety. My fear would be that you'd find yourself in a situation where you'd get stuck looking for sh'rooms or fall. Safety first and have fun.

[underahedgerow]

34. How about a Segway/Wheelchair hybrid?

I saw one in Paris cruising around with astounding, amazing ease... It was so responsive and discrete, and the rider looked totally at ease, even in the narrow aisles of a department store.

Daily Caviar has an article on them, they are really, really cool!

http://www.dailycaviar.com/?p=1862

[Bluenorthwest]

35. I have a friend who adores the Segway for similar reasons, she loves that thing.

There are lots of places you could use one on a rental basis to get a feel for it. Are you in Oklahoma?



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[madokie]

37. Thank you

I'll be going to the city for a couple days next week. I'll have to find something to fill my day with as my wife will be in class so I'll give this OKC number a ring and set up a tour. I'd rather just stay home but my wife won't hear of me doing that so tag along I will. She's a good girl.
We fell in love soon upon my return from 'Nam but being bug nuts from the war and all I knew I wasn't ready for a long time relationship. We remained friends and as fate would have it 20 years and her having two kids later I find myself as a step dad with a most wonderful wife two sons and an awesome 9 YO Grand Daughter. Life is good

Good idea, and again Thanks