Many commuters are now looking for ways to avoid having to drive a gas-hungry car. Electric scoots and e-bikes have proven to be very popular, and British e-mobility company Zinc Sports has combined the two to create Venture, a folding, seated scooter. .
The Venture looks like an e-bike, but it’s not an e-bike because it doesn’t have pedals. The rider puts his foot on the peg and releases the throttle. So unlike many kickscooters elsewhere in his webshop on Zinc, it’s more like an e-scooter. You could even say it has balance bike DNA.
“For us, the Zinc Venture E-scooter has many of the qualities associated with a bike, but it was important that it was in the form of an affordable e-scooter. I think couriers and delivery drivers will also benefit.”
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The ebike/e-scoot mashup is 1.17 m (46 in) long and 1.01 m (39.7 in) high when ready to ride, but features a folding handlebar so you can is 0.72 m (28.3 in). Ride transportation or storage.
A 250 W hub motor in the rear pushes the two-wheeler to a top speed of 15.5 mph (25 km/h) and should be able to handle inclines of 15% or less. Mounted within a funky tubular frame, the lithium-ion battery is considered suitable for ventures up to 15 miles (24 km) on a single charge.
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Zinc says users can expect a smooth and comfortable ride thanks to 14-inch pneumatic rubber tires and a height-adjustable padded seat with spring suspension. Front and rear disc brakes add stopping power, and an LED display lets you see speed/range/mode at a glance. It also has integrated lighting for daytime visibility when traveling at night or on the way.
The Venture weighs 17.3 kg (38 lbs), has 120 kg (265 lbs) of traction, benefits from front/rear fenders, and comes with a kickstand for easy parking. Available now for $592 USD.
Product page: Zinc Venture
