Up until now, the modifications we've seen in modern skateboards have centered on electric motors and integrated batteries. However, the Post Modern Skateboard project proposes a radical change with its design. At first glance, the skateboard has no deck, and the user must position their feet inside the wheels, which suggests a long adaptation period, not to mention a few bumps along the way.
Reinventing the Vehicle
To what extent is it possible to reinvent a vehicle? Each and every one has faced the challenge of abandoning historical rules and incorporating unorthodox or completely unknown ideas. A good example in the automotive world is the Tucker 48, heavily criticized in its day but paving the way for technologies still used today. A few months ago, we saw the Impossible bicycle, far removed from what we know as a traditional bicycle, and when exploring skateboards, we've already encountered several motorized concepts. But what if a skateboard has no deck? Can we still call it a skateboard, or does it need a different designation? These and many other questions surround the Post Modern Skateboard.
How Post Modern Skateboard Works
The propulsion technique reminds us, in part, of the so-called snakeboards, or even caster boards, but the Post Modern Skateboard goes further. The rider places their feet inside each wheel and moves by imitating a snake's slither to gain speed. In the hands of an expert, the Post Modern Skateboard looks easy to use, but the skateboard — or should we say skates? — includes a bar that locks the wheels together to make learning easier. The test video shows that the Post Modern Skateboard maintains good traction even on grass, which we can interpret as an advantage over its peers.
Specifications and Availability
The wheels have a diameter of ten inches, and the maximum supported weight is 90 kilograms — so someone like me will have to settle for watching it in action. The official site lists a price of $99.95 and a lifetime warranty. Do you think this is a viable product? Is it worth exploring something like the Post Modern Skateboard? For more details, visit the official site.
