The Poor Man's Segway

We drove by a Film Set sale on Friday and decided to have a look. There were items from the children's movie ZOOM with Tim Allen (Dylan and I had seen it and did not care for it). Andrew came upon an electric scooter which was cracked, had a dead battery and a missing ignition keyhole/key. He was impressed with the disc brakes and thought "I can use this for parts for my recumbent". He was happy to discover that it cost only $25.

Upon some internet research he discovered that this type of vehicle used to be sold for $1100. Now, a similar model sells for $600.

At first the vehicle did not look like it could be revived. But after alot of tinkering and consultation with dad and Don, Andrew came up with a plan. Et voila! The Poor Man's Segway is born!

Press PLAY to see this puppy in action.

Of course the whole family had to take turns on it! Press PLAY to see Dylan's new mode of school transportation.