Factors to Consider When Buying a Stunt Scooter

1. Factors to Consider When Buying a Stunt Scooter When you start looking into the different scooter options on the market, you will notice that some fold conveniently for easy transportation, while others don't fold. The ones that don't fold are your stunt scooters, designed with a solid body to take the beating of learning new tricks at the skate park. The folding mechanisms on regular varieties are weak points which can break quickly, therefore any folding scooters should only be used for general fun. What Age Can You Use a Stunt Scooter? Stunt scooters are best suited for children aged eight years and older, through to adulthood. These are made with strong and durable components, often titanium and aluminium, which also makes them lightweight, easy to move around and try a variety of tricks with. What About Wheels? Stunt scooter wheels are strong alloy wheels with a diameter of between 100mm and 125mm. They have strong cartridge bearings with improved seals that roll faster and are durable. The Deck The desk should be lightweight and reinforced in any areas that may take strain when you try the same trick time and time again. The deck should be between four to four and a half inches and have a three degree concave shape. Stopping Power Stunt scooters have non spring breaks, known as flex brakes. These reduce the risk of rattling after use. The non spring breaks are able to withstand the stunts and continue to provide good quality braking when you need it the most.

2. Compression Systems The compression system of the stunt scooter is the next thing you will want to factor into consideration when buying a new scooter. The compression system is what keeps your deck, headset and bars at the right tension to reduce the risk of shaking. There are three options you need to know about, these include: Standard compression systems (SCS). These are the strongest options. The clamp usually has four bolts and a cap which screws into the fork, taking away any shaking. It's an easy to install clamping system, which clamps the forks at the bottom. The internal or inverted compression systems (ICS) is the lightest option using a long bolt on standard scooter bars with a thread less fork and headset. The compression bolt is screwed up and through the forks. What makes this option appeasing is the lightweight design and the cost effective prices. The downside is it is not the strongest on the market. Hidden internal compression systems (HIC) is the most poplar because you don't have to adjust the wheel. This is a thread less fork with a shim over the forks with a top cap and bolt.