All the cool kids are going electric whether it’s with electric bikes, electric skateboards, or electric cars. The question is, “Do you want to be a follower or a trendsetter?
Sure, there are half a dozen electric skateboards that everyone is riding, and they’re great. The Boosted Board Gen 2 and the Inboard M1 are two of the best, but it’s their very popularity that may make them a little less attractive for those who prefer to stand out.
So, in this article, we’re talking about the four BEST underrated electric skateboards: Enertion Raptor 2, Jed Board, Mellow Board, and Z Board. There’s something to love about each of these incredible machines, and you’ll see why they’re our top picks.
Enertion Raptor 2
The Enertion Raptor 2 is a direct drive electric skateboard that’s been featured on such sites as GearJunkie, CoolThings, Geeky Gadgets, and TrendHunter Tech. The reasons include its best-in-class speed, range, and torque.
The Raptor 2 has a 26 mph top speed and a 25-mile range, which is absolutely insane. Comparable boards max out at 22 mph over just 7-10 miles. A lot of that speed and distance is thanks to the Raptor’s 432-watt battery, which is four times greater than most of the competition. When added to the 90 mm high-quality wheels and only 22-pound weight, you’ve got a lean, mean electric skateboard machine.
However, we won’t lie, the Raptor 2 will set you back a pretty penny. The starting price is $1,490.23 USD. But the good news is that you’ll receive 110% refund if you’re unsatisfied with its performance.
Jed Board
The Jed Board is another incredible machine. Its top speed is 25 mph, and it lasts up to 18.5 miles on a single charge of its swappable batteries. And let’s talk about these batteries. The Jed Board uses Panasonic 18650 lithium ion batteries, which are some of the safest and most stable batteries on the market. In fact, Tesla uses them.
Beyond the powerful batteries, the Jed Board uses a direct drive motor to deliver maintenance free power that is protected from the elements. This drive also ensures that you have full use of the grip on the wheels.
However, what really makes the Jed Board stand out is the custom designed remote control. This hand-held device works with the Jed mobile application for smart turn-by-turn navigation instructions, so you can focus on riding.
Pricing for the Jed Board starts at $1,199 USD and comes with a two-year standard warranty.
Mellow Board
The Mellow Board offers a different experience from its competitors for one simple fact: you pay for the modular drive system and mount it under any deck you want—skateboard or longboard or anything in between. This makes the Mellow Board one of the most customizable electric skateboard systems on the market.
The Mellow Board hits a top speed of 25 mph with two in-wheel motors. The drive itself is cast out of solid magnesium and uses a unique lithium-ion cell battery pack that is certified for air travel, lasts for 10 miles, and is powered by a USB port that only takes 45 minutes to fast charge.
As for the Mellow Remote, it comes with four options: Rookie, Eco, Pro, and Endless. And the remote is compatible with any iOS and Android phone and allows you to customize your riding experience based on the type of board you ride.
The Mellow Board is a completely customizable experience that can set you back a chunk of change if you purchase the full setup, which starts at $1,917.11 USD.
Z Board
The Z Board is the only electric skateboard on this list that is completely hands-free. Instead of using the common remote, it moves by using simple footpads that require you to lean forward to speed up to 20 mph or lean back to brake. But while the footpads are what makes the Z Board stand out from the pack, that’s not the only thing we love about this board.
The Z Board has a great riding range. The Blue Range uses large lithium-ion batteries capable of riding up to 16 miles on a single charge while the Peal Range reaches 24 miles—the second longest range on this list. We also love the Z Board for some of its other intelligent features including the integrated headlights and taillights for dusk and night riding along with the 90 mm or 97 mm urethane wheels that are ideal for getting you over every crack, pothole, and rock in your way.
The Z Board is also the only board on this list made in the USA—California to be exact. Surprisingly, even with American-made parts, the Z Board is the second most affordable ride on our list as well, starting at just $1,299 USD for the base model.
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