SWAG TIP: Remember to check with your local ordinances on their recommendations/requirements for safe social distancing and physical distancing. This includes curfews, mask mandates, etc. And continue to stay 6 feet from others when possible.

eBiking During COVID-19

If your main objective is to burn calories and break a sweat, an electric bike is simply unbeatable. Depending on how much you want to feel the burn (if at all), you can have the electricity provide a little more or less of the thrust.

First, you can pedal fast and furious to give your body a fitness-boosting workout. Then, as you catch your breath, you can cruise along, taking in the sights and letting the world outside work its cheer-giving magic. And “cruise along” is quite literal. Several SWAGTRON® eBikes, like the EB7 Plus and the EB5 Pro, have a cruise control function you can toggle to maintain a steady pace effortlessly. 

Using your eBike to explore is an experience goldmine on its own. Sure, things have changed during these times. But you can still enjoy a ride around town, peppering your day with small, familiar moments to give it color. 

Finding the space to fit your eBike and getting it to the outdoors is easy as you stay active during COVID-19. Folding eBikes are delightfully inconspicuous on the train, light and portable in hand, and rather unnoticeable at the office (until it’s time to go home). 

And, hey, why not take this time to bike into areas of your town or city you’ve never visited before? You never know what hidden gems have been under your nose this whole time. 

Physical Distancing on eScooters 

Electric scooters are great for keeping your feet firmly planted while you feel the sensation of the wind against your face. Speed-wise, you can enjoy a range that starts at a perfectly adequate 6.2 mph and reaches an exciting 18 mph. That makes it convenient to pair your exercise or relaxation with running your errands, especially if adapting to COVID-19 has tightened your schedule.

Just lean forward, handlebars gripped, eyes focused, and zoom forward to your speed-craving heart’s content. Or you can ride at a more relaxed pace, letting the abundant fresh air fill your lungs, simply enjoying the outdoor atmosphere with a deeper sense of quiet. 

Those benefits for the mind are half the experience. Your body takes part in the action, with one leg doing some amount of kicking if you prefer, and the other helping with stability. 

As you stand and keep your body aligned with your electric scooter, you may experience a gradual strengthening of your core. That’s a welcome benefit at this time, particularly if you’re spending more time than usual sitting at home. 

What you’ll need to focus most on, however, is the actual “distancing” part of “physical distancing.” After all, your city might have specific guidelines on where you can ride an eScooter, e.g., sidewalk or bike lane or sharing the road. If you’re riding with friends, a lot of the time you’ll be riding single file. But don’t let that stop you!

Hoverboards: When You Need to Escape

Maybe you’re the type to give your feet all the control. In which case, do away with pedals and handlebars, and step right onto a hoverboard. Whether you’re heading out to satisfy your desire for fast movement or you prefer to crawl around and relax, speeds ranging between 6.8 and 12 mph make it all possible. 

If, like most people, you’ve been sitting for longer than usual, standing while you ride on a hoverboard may help you maintain your posture. Before you know it, you’ll find yourself strengthening your core while having loads of fun with friends. And same as with electric scooters, you may have to deal with physical distancing concerns, especially if there’s a team of you and not a wide sidewalk to ride on. But once you get to an open space or park, that no longer matters!

Get Moving with Electric Skateboards 

Step out on one of these, and you’re guaranteed fun. With a remote in hand to keep all the controls intuitive and close together, or simply with your feet giving all the commands, electric skateboards add their own spin to helping you experience the outdoors, also offering an alternative to eBiking during COVID-19. 

Off-road models provide the right balance between support and adrenaline-pumping quivers if you enjoy the bumps of rough or hilly terrain. 

Again, both mental and physical benefits are on the table here. For relaxation and a sense of calm, you can just ride with few turns or bends. To focus and give yourself a break from all that’s going on, try riding where you have to swivel and swerve, keeping the mind alert and focused. 

AI-enabled models, such as the SWAGSKATE NG2, sense weight distribution, acceleration changes, and incline shifts, giving you a real sense of intelligent support and an overall richer experience. 

COVID-19 has changed lifestyles to varying degrees. Thankfully, it’s possible to retain some control over how you feel and maintain your body. Nature and the free outdoors are still there, and SWAGTRON products are ready to liven up the experience. Look through the options and models and pick one to help you exercise and elevate your mood. It’s a double win.

“Dad, I want an eScooter! They’re so cool. All my friends have one!”

An electric scooter? Yes, an eScooter! Those things that look like a regular kick scooter, but is powered by electricity stored in a rechargeable battery. It’s a great choice for children who want to feel more like adults but can’t quite ride a motorcycle or eBike yet. This makes eScooters a perfect gift for a birthday, Christmas or just because you want your kids to enjoy the outdoors a bit more often.

At SWAGTRON®, we have plenty of scooters — electric or otherwise. More importantly, we have electric scooters that some parents might find perfect for their little ones, because the scooters give these young riders a taste of that throttle life without going full-on electric. More on that in a bit. But first . . .

How to Choose an eScooter for Younger Children?

We all know that with age, we become wiser. That means that a 20-year-old is less likely to muddy up a brand new eScooter than a 9-year-old and probably won’t trade their eScooter for something valueless. Yes, it does happen. Children aren’t experts in economics.

So logically, a good eScooter for children would be not as expensive as the ones intended for adults. An example would be the SWAGTRON® Swagger SK1 Electric Scooter, which comes in a bright red or pink design and a low price point of $75 to $100.

Now that we’ve outlined one potential eScooter for your child, it’s time to discuss what makes an eScooter child friendly. Usually, we expect children to grow with age. You buy them new clothes, and suddenly they’ve outgrown them. The same thing can happen with an eScooter. Luckily, SK1 eScooters come with an adjustable stem, so you don’t have to buy a new one every few months. If only we could do the same with our clothes!

Also, this eScooter boasts an impressive, durable steel frame that outperforms plastic scooters by miles. And once a speed of 3mph is reached, the rear motor kicks in for an additional boost up to 6mph.

Another option is the SK3 Glide Foldable eScooter, which, as the name implies, can be folded into a compact size in a flick of an eye. Retailing between $125 and $150, it offers every advantage of an eScooter at a lower price. Not only does it have an adjustable aluminum stem that can be raised as the kid grows, its wheels are equipped with LED lights. So, when dusk falls, these eScooters give a whole new meaning to Friday Night Lights.

Lastly, we come to the Metro SK3 Electric Kick-Start Scooter. It has a similar design and frame of the SK3 Glide, only without the fold.This one gives kids a 15-second boosted speed control on demand. With a durable aluminum alloy stem and 135-pound rider capacity, it is a great choice for most children and is a sure-fire way for parents to gain some brownie points.

What Comes After the Amateur Phase?

So far, we’ve operated under the assumption that your child is under the age of 9 or 10. But what if you have a pre-teen or even a teenager? What if your 13-year-old suddenly got tired of the same old skateboard and asked for a new, shiny toy? Well then, that’s where the Swagger Pro 3 comes in. Say goodbye to waiting all night for the battery to charge and say hello to going from 0-100 percent in less than 3 hours. You can even power other mobile devices with the built-in USB port. I mean, what’s the point of tearing up the streets, without telling your friends about it? 

Not only that, but your child can cover some serious ground with speeds reaching up to 15.5mph, with cruise control at the push of a button. Great power does come at an added cost, but models are still priced competitively at less than $249.99. 

Now that you’ve become more familiar with eScooters, you can surprise your son or daughter with a shiny gift for Christmas, their birthday or even just for being so special! And who knows, it may even earn you the Parent of the Century award if such a thing exists. And with SWAGTRON’s track record and warranty, you can sit back, relax and finish enjoying that morning cup of coffee.