College is a time of new experiences and growth. It’s also a time where you are more than likely to get the dreaded “freshman 15.” Whether it’s from your first pizza delivery or late night ice cream run, you need something that will help you stay active while still having fun! Scooters are an awesome way to have some fun at college and can actually be used as transportation on campus. Here are five we recommend for college students!
Factors to Consider Before Buying Scooters for College
The best type of scooter for a college student is one with a lot of power and speed. When looking for a scooter, look at the weight capacity and battery life expressed in watts per kilogram. Low weight capacity means that the scooter will be unstable, and potentially topple over when going at higher speeds. The earliest you should buy a scooter is 6 months before your starting date to allow time for shipping and assembly.
Weight Capacity: Higher weight capacity offers greater stability and can accommodate more people.
Battery Life: Higher battery life equals a longer distance that the scooter will be able to go before needing to recharge
Minimum age requirements: Before riding a scooter on sidewalks, streets or bike paths, be sure to look at the Law and Traffic Regulations applicable where you live. Most require that you be at least 16 years old.
Price: The price of the scooter is inversely proportional to its quality. A higher cost generally means a longer battery life and better performance
Replacement Parts: Before buying, be sure you have access to replacement parts for your vehicle just in case it malfunctions or breaks down at some point during use. Scooters with regenerative braking are more costly but they convert kinetic energy into electrical energy when the brakes are applied.
5 Best Scooters for College
Razor A5 Lux Kick Scooter
The Razor A5 Lux Kick Scooter is the kick scooter for serious riders. It features extra-large, urethane wheels for a super-smooth, comfortable ride and easy handlebars that are soft to the touch–so you can cruise in ultimate comfort all day long. This sturdy yet lightweight scooter has anodized finish with bold colors and attention-grabbing graphics so it will make riding feel more like play than work.
The best part? You’ll be able to zigzag down the street or through a park without worrying about running into anything because thanks to our patented design your front wheel doesn’t come in contact with any surface whatsoever!
SereneLife Folding Kick Scooter
The SereneLife Folding Kick Scooter is perfect for children and adults alike, with 222 lbs of weight capacity. It has folding mechanisms that make it easy to carry around, and ABEC-7 bearings to make it go smoothly across various terrains.
Lift the handlebar—then push in on the hinge pins until they click into place—and you’ve got yourself a practical urban/campus scooter that folds down small enough to cram in your locker or under your desk at work. A smooth ride awaits when you load up on 8″ puffy tires wherever there’s pavement nearby!
Hikole Scooters
Hikole kick scooters allow you to carry your scooter around and go around campus in a quick and convenient manner. And with its sleek look, you can be sure to stand out in the crowd!
Hikole Scooters are the adult kick scooters with 3-Seconds Easy-Folding Mechanism for quick storage of transportation. They are easy to bring on public transport and have Dual Suspension System, perfect in any environment. The hand grips are soft rubber with adjustable handlebars at three heights (90cm/35.1in – 100cm/39in).
They have a 3 second folding and carrying mechanism, front and rear suspension, adjustable handlebars with grips for comfort, perfect for campus life!
Razor A6 Kick Scooter
The Razor A6 Kick Scooter is designed to be a powerhouse of cutting-edge technology and features. The tallest handlebars make it easier than ever to come up with creative ways to get around, the ultra-large 10” wheels are durable for longer rides and provide an insanely smooth ride, while the rear fender brake lets you glide gracefully from one point to another while also letting you explore any obstacles in your path.
With patented handlebars and folding mechanism for nonslip steering at all times even after your ride has ended, this powerful scooter will never let you down!
Hurtle Scooter
In need of some morning exercise? Why not fit in a quick ride with our folding scooter? Whether you’re commuting to work or getting your daily exercise, Red Scooters provide the smoothest ride around. Made from quality material that is guaranteed durable, our kick scooters are sleek and stable. When packing up, the compact design allows for ease in transporting this foldable 2-wheeled scooter anywhere on foot or by bicycle.
This product features an extended standing area so both feet can be placed firmly onto the metal deck without any trouble at all! Thanks to its easy folding mechanism, you’ll be able to get down and dirty then easily drive off again without worrying about putting any extra pressure on your joints.
