Subscribe to our channel for more great videos. I think what I found myself really looking forward to is its successor – not yet even announced, but given Boosteds reputation in the electric mobility market and how their skateboards have evolved, I’m expecting all the kinks to be ironed out of the next iteration of this electric scooter. Boosted Rev Kickstand $25.00. We were even able to comfortably ride one-handed at slow speeds — a challenging task on most electric scooters. Ditch the rat race and let the Boosted Rev set you free. Results below are based on our independent testing and not data provided by the manufacturer. The Boosted Rev is a high-tech fusion of power and grace. The Boosted however, folds down easily, looks the part and doesn’t weigh a ton – and it looks different enough that when you see someone riding the Boosted Rev, you immediately know they have something different in their hands than the standard Xiaomis and Segways you tend to see swarming the streets. This isn’t surprising, given that Boosted has been at this for nearly a decade. Oh and exhilarating. Whether wet, cold, hot, damp — any condition really — you feel a rooted connection to the scooter. Required fields are marked *. Since that time, Boosted has established itself as a premier micro-mobility company and dominates the electric skateboard market with its premium products. Adorning the handlebars are textured grips, a brake lever, a small bell, and the signature throttle wheel. Boosted Rev. We’ve thought through every aspect of Boosted Rev, putting ease-of-use at the forefront of every design decision. Overall, the thoughtfully designed Rev sets a new standard for ride quality, stability, and safety. Quite possibly. Meet our new product. Perhaps. Boosted products are engineered to last for years and are extremely reliable. This configuration is perfect for projecting the light onto the road — enabling you to both see further ahead and to be seen from further away. Generally, scooters are waterproof and safe in the rain and wet conditions. The second issue is that for £1600 you’re in the territory of the Inokim beasts of the Ox and OXO when they are on some sort of promotion ( and they frequently are ), so even for a premium buyer, the Boosted has some stiff competition, and its not immediately clear why it should be picked over it’s esteemed cohorts. The range just might be the Achilles’ Heel of an otherwise invulnerable scooter — it’s a bit of a Minuteman when it comes to range. Go up to 22 miles on a single charge. It’s probably one of the highest quality, best-designed, best-manufactured scooters you can buy right now. Boosted Rev is a true revolution in the world of personal transport. * Based on our performance tests which may differ from the manufacturer’s claims. The Boosted Rev is simply an incredible scooter and a successful foray into the electric scooter market by the world’s top electric skateboard brand. The slick finish tends to slip out of your hand, requiring you to grip hard to keep a hold on it. The headlight is serious bright — emitting 400 lumens of light — similarly bright to the favorite light we always recommend. Its intuitive design means there’s almost no learning curve. During our test rides, we found ourselves slowing into sharp turns just so we could blast out of the apex at maximum throttle. The simple, intuitive Throttle Wheel … With an enormous 22 mile range and a 24MPH top speed the Boosted Rev can get you wherever you want to go faster than ever. The Boosted Rev has a very solid, though not extreme, top speed of 24 mph. By 2014, Boosted was delivering its first skateboards to backers. A stand out portability feature is the folding mechanism. The brake lever, which we didn’t end up using all that much, has a smooth action and doesn’t require immense effort. Boosted V2 Deck and Wires $225.00. Though we certainly would have gotten greater range in the lower modes — what is the point of owning a fast scooter if you aren’t going to ride it in the fastest setting? Those, combined with its geometry and low center-of-gravity, make this an exceedingly nimble scooter — among the most nimble we’ve reviewed. Most small cracks and bumps are easily soaked up by the tires, but large potholes might give you a bit of a bounce. A stable platform and three ways to brake giving you the ultimate control. The throttle wheel is mounted in a titled horizontal orientation and is designed to keep your hand in a comfortable, neutral position. To 20 mph, it is faster than the beloved WideWheel and about as fast to 15 mph as the 75 lb powerhouse Zero 10X; though at higher speeds, the Zero 10X easily drops the Rev. Stickers … In terms of comfort, it is certainly a huge step up over trigger-style throttles. Coupled with the instant acceleration, this makes for a bit jerky ride. Boosted was founded in 2011 to build some of the first electric skateboards and grew quickly after a successful Kickstarter campaign. The tail light is also fairly bright and is activated when using either the electronic brake or disc brake, but not the foot brake. It is fairly easy to bottom out on the Rev while dropping off a curb, for example. Boosted have invested some design budget in coming up with a different style of accelerator compared to the normal wheel.