With my scooter through London - Vlog
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- Опубликовано: 22 окт 2024
- Is scooting the best alternative to riding a bike in London? I'm riding my scooter through London to test how fast I will get from A to B. Maybe it's a real commuter alternative? :)
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Filmed on my GoPro Hero 4 and my Canon g7x :) A literal follow me around! :) Hope you enjoyed this video lovely people. I love showing you my London life and thank you so much for always watching :) Also, how beautiful is Olympic Park?
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These are great because you can combine the tube/train with the scooter to get more places. You can fold it before getting on and unfold it when you get off and continue on
Yes totally agree! :) especially at the moment you know? :) good to be outside! :)
Thanks for that great little video. It is great to see someone actually using a scooter for some basic shopping (and fun).
I ordered my scooter today, saw someone riding one around the town and thought it was a great idea, I don't really have room for a bike, nor do I wish to haul it up and down 4 flights of stairs, plus this way I can hop on a bus if need be, had considered a folding bike, a unicycle (yes I can ride one) and skates but this seems the best all-round idea practically, I like skating but it's not easy to hop in and out of skates and bikes/unicycles are a bit more cumbersome if I needed to get a bus.
Call your scooter Sue or Margaret 😃 great video. Showing all the potential for a kick or push scooter. When they first came out. I was using them around London since 1999. I’m 67 now and still using them.
Hi Sandy, I too am a scooter rider. Faster than walking, foldable and can go in places where a bike cannot, to me it is the ultimate form of convenience travel in a normal walking environment. You will save a fortune in time, taxis and trying to find a parking spot. One thing though - do not use in wet weather. The polyurethane wheels do not hold the ground well in the wet and the the brakes (metal fender on plastic wheel) pretty much become non existent. Your amazing love of life is infectious. Keep going for it!
Totally agree :)
hi can you help me either of you need a scooter that will work on flat mowed grass that can be used in a garden ,what sort of wheels should i be looking for any suggestions.seen so many bad reviews of scooters .also want something that is not to heavy
Hi Simone, Scooters riding really works best on tarmac and concrete. If you have to ride on grass I would check out a Swifty Scooter. They have pneumatic tyres so you can ride on grass, beautifully made but might be a bit pricey. Make sure you check out the ones which are foldable for carrying because some of them do not fold away. Hope that helps.
@@starcruiser75r12 thankyou thats so nice of you i have heard of these scooters called xiaomi m365 would they be any good on grass .but i will check out the ones you said thanks
Hi Simone, just checked out the xiaomi m365 - electric I see. Very nice and definitely the next wave in low spec personal travel. Unfortunately UK law at this point prohibits the riding of any electric powered scooters on the streets. Sad but true. However I have seen one or two people riding them around where I live and not get stopped. It really depends if you think you are unlikely to be challenged then it is a possible option to consider. Hope that helps
Such a good idea! Great way to save money in London.
There is a tent with a RUclips page that he calls Have a nice ride. He lives on the California coast, and has like four scooters. He reviews them all. One video is of him taking a 45 mile ride on a bike path on the coast. I have as pretty impressed. His scooters are all made by Razor.
Loved your video! I just got one kick scooter and yesterday was my first ride on it - I got tired but I loved it! Was concerned about going shopping on it, but your solution of locking it on a bike rack was excellent! I'll try it 🤩
Haha thanks! Can’t believe you watched such an old video :D
I ❤️ kick scooters! I take mine in the shops, fits under the seat in restaurants too 👍
Thanks for posting about this. I’ve been looking at buying a scooter for an upcoming trip. Do you still travel by scooter? Have you had any issues with the wheels?
When I was still in Paris, I was going everywhere with my scooter, so much fun! But... I’ve been starting having high blood pressure because I was not walking anymore (according to the doctor). When we walk, the blood circulates better in the body. So I would recommend continuing walking as much as possible and using the scooter for maybe a little longer distances. High blood pressure is not fun at all, and sometimes, we don’t even realize we have that problem. Now, I am walking like crazy in L.A., which is really crazy because the distances are so big! I could use my scooter but I don’t to keep my pressure at the best. But it’s true that using a scooter is really very fun.
No mention of the name of scooter. Do you have a link for it or the name/brand? Thanks
I can’t wait for my razor scooter to arrive and try it! Using a scooter seems such a nice alternative to using the bus!
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@@TheMarilynme i have the razor which is a kick scooter nice for short rides. For commuting to my work i bought the xiaomi 1s which is electric. Electric scooter is much better for commuting because you can make larger distances whithout getting tired. So i would suggest an electric one.
@@TheMarilynme believe me you wont regret it😊
You are correct I saved alot of money because of my scooter and I prefair kick style good for core muscle.👍🏽🌁😎
@@TheMarilynme Victoria my friend Kick electric and just kick style or maybe both remember kick ones makes you work for your ride = fitness 👍🏽🌁
Hello. Is this legal to use the kick scooter in Londo, nowadays?
Just pre-order a micro classic kick scooter. Was a bicycle rider. Am hoping I get on with new mode of transport as I am fed up with buses. Your scoot looks nice for you, great vid. Could call yours wheelz🌝
Have fun!
You look REALLY cool! You've got the London Look!
could you do update? do you still use it ?
Ok that was two years ago. Still scootering? I've just discovered kick-scooters for city riding and I think they are amazing forms of transport.
Omg, that reminds me of when I was a child with a scooter
Same!!!!
omg, this makes me worry about growing up
Dein Cap sieht absolut stylish aus. Steht dir klasse. 👍
Oh hehe danke :)
Scoot.😅
I have m-cro scooter. I need another brake rather than just rear mudguard brake. Looking at frenzy dual brake.
Great video of you scooting. Please try and keep shopping in backpack. Safety 1st.
I think a fold scooter is best for me as i dont have room to keep a bike and the distance to school is not that far about a 30 minute walk which would be a lot quicker on a scooter
I’m using my scooter for everything here in NYC. Mine is not electric and I’m getting ripped!
Sandy i use kick scootersto save money on travel when i goto work. Do you want to race one day on the scooters?
Hahaha yes! For sure! Once all of this nightmare is over
Now I can envision thousands of business men and women in their "power suits", going to work in the City on their scooters, all because of SANDY MAKES SENSE! Hope that you were listening to "Born to Be Wild" or 'Thunder Road" on your ear buds while scootering around London. You really should be on TV- You are a "natural"and thats a GOOD THING!
Excellent video.Very enjoyable indeed!! Quirky and heartwarming!! Sandroller?
xD hahahahah this is my favourite so far lololol
Great video. ❤ I don’t live in London but when I visit I like a way to get around and used to hire the mobike bicycles to commute in London as the service also existed in Newcastle where I live. They sadly don’t operate in Newcastle anymore so my last visit to London was mainly walking and getting the bus and tube but this costs and doesn’t give u the freedom I had on a bike. I have considered a Brompton bike but the price is very expensive and maybe hard to justify though I’m sure it’s a great bike but then i realised a scooter is probably even better for my needs as it’s compact folds small lightweight and is ideal to get around a city like London or my home city. I chose a razor scooter with air tyres as I like the smooth ride it gives me across all surfaces. My next visit to London will be with my scooter as I can explore the city take it on public transport if I need to and travel at twice the speed of walking whereby I will cover 50% more of London in my short stay which makes scooting the future for my needs and I’m sure many others who need a simple green economical way to commute.
Happy scooting. 😊 🛴
I've heard that this scooter doesn't roll well. Is that true at all? Thanks, great video x
Oh for me it did :D
I already purchased my first kick scooter - Frenzy 205 pneumatic. Well made video BTW. Regards from Aberdeen ;-)
Ohhh nice!! Enjoy it :)
@@SandyMakesSense How is easiest way to unfold Frenzy scooter? Any trick? I am struggling very often with main lock to unfold.
@@rychubil
Omg, I'm having the same issue. I recently bought one and the folding mechanism seems stuck. Have you figured out how to close it?
I too have a kick scooter and love it. So many advantages. I called mine "Skippy" How bout the name "Sole-Mate" which they kinda are 😂
:D
Is it hard to keep your balance on a scooter? I'm thinking about getting one, having NEVER ridden one
Not at all :)
@@SandyMakesSense YOU ARE SO RIGHT!!! I got a kick scooter this weekend and it is so much fun!!! Your video helped me get over my nerves and just go for it.
I just got one, and my first ride was yesterday. Gotta say I'm pretty clumsy generally but surprisingly it was quite easy to ride it!
1:47 you looking so pretty sandy😍😍
3:04 thanks for showing us great place London love from India 🇮🇳
I am going to take a scooter soon so I am very much excited
is this a normal scooter rather than an electric one as electric ones are illegal in the UK? What is the name of this scooter please and do skatehut still sell it please? - The wheels on yours look better with more grip than the ones on the website, did you have these changed? Thank you
I am getting my scooter soon. I am so excited.
Perfect!
What scooter do you have? Thanks
if you didn't know 20 degress is suppose to be cod
You can buy baskets for scooters though :)
True!!! :)
Wait, you can?? I had no idea!
Good review. Thanks.
Love this video, are there more on your scooter?
How about cooter for your hew urban transport, enjoyed, you are onbyhe cutting edge, how cool us that, second name , Chuck, after my act who sits on my shoulder and likes to watch your videos. Chuck also likes to dance to some music videos too, it is quite humorous to watch. His favorite is Jimmy Buffett, Volcano, live in Angulia. Also I enjoy your videos too. Take care.
I wonder if that kick scooter is available in the U.S. I know Razor and Xootr are both American companies that sell their scooters worldwide
Razor are better, this one has a high and creaky deck, it’s parts look suspiciously similar to 6Degrees/Globber!
@@SproutyPottedPlant I agree, I own two Razors, one standard kick and one electric scooter
Nice video, I don't think I have used a scooter in 40 years.
Would you say London is bike friendly? Im moving there and debating to rent one to use instead of the subway.
Yes it is!!! But in London you ride a bike on the road so I’m you need to be quite brave :)
I can't wait to order my scooter❤❤
Exciting
Honestly a bit of an extreme opinion but if everyone had bikes and scooter and used busses, boats and trains, the world would be a better place, emissions would plummet, we’d stop needing oil, kids wouldn’t get hit by drunk drivers and car parks would just be parks
yep and let’s go back to the caves while we are at it
I will definitely buy one after watching your video
so good to think that you return for your camera haha
SO COOOOL
Thanks for sharing. Enjoyed your video. Always stay safe. Have you named your scooter already? Liked & Subscribed.
Hey Sandy? Have you made a how to ride a scooter for beginners video?
No sorry :(
I love all your videos of you sandy ❤️😍❤️
My scooter is called swift also great vid 😎👍🏽🌁
Oh nice
How much was your scooter
They are better than a push bike even a folding bike is too big. I use a scooter and I live in my campervan so they are ideal.
Great video
Not exactly the scooter I had in mind when you mentioned it. Lol, but I guess the scooter I had in mind would be a moped in the UK :D
Electric scooter and you will never ride anything else. Great video 👍👍
Haha that is the next upgrade I guess :D maybe soon
No, the exercise is good. Not everything needs to be motorised.
@@theWZZA I agree, one reason why I acquired two non-motorized 20’ folding bikes
Call it Scot (or Scotty)
It’s a girllllll
@@SandyMakesSense Oh right- Haha. My bad!!🙈
dinosaur in the background xD
Candy? it rhymes with Sandy :p
Hahah quite a cool idea
What's the scooter exactly called? There are quite a lot on the page😂
Haha it’s one of the commuter scooters called: Frenzy Pneumatic folding scooter cream :)
doesn't your right foot *hurt* when you keep riding it
Hahah in the beginning it did yes :)
I like a fashion and in my opinion you have a nice coat.
Legend :)
Nice video and great style
BTW Xiaomi make a motorized one.
🙂great stuff!!!
I just see you
Laugh..
You really nice
Hope you smiling alll your days..
Scooty McScootface? (somebody beat me to it!)
:D love it
@@SandyMakesSense how about "Scooty"? Simple and to the point....!
You’re cool, thanks for the review. 👍🏼👍🏼🌈🚑🌈
You’re cool! Thanks for watching ❤️❤️❤️
SandyMakesSense I’ve just ordered a scooter, I can’t wait for it to arrive.
Vielen dank, subscribed
Hi, enjoyed the video. What brand of scooter is that if you don't mind me asking? Have you named your scooter yet? You could name it "Scotty the scooter" and say, " beam me around Scotty!" Xoxo!!!
Haha what a fantastic idea 😅❤️
The brand is called ‘Frenzy’ :)
@@SandyMakesSense Thank you!!!
call it Eva. then you can say "I will Eva come on my scooter or walk" lol
😂😂😂😂😂that took me a while
Sandy, Hackney Wick is where I was moored up in my narrowboat earlier this year. Around the marshes there and near Stratford is one of my favourite places in East London to Moor up. A bit north is the river Lea. Lots of great mooring places there.
33'999 Abonnenten, da musste ich einfach der 34'000ste sein. :D Congrats!
Dankeschön ❤️❤️💖💖
Who sings please?
Travelling London by scooter is a hoot so I rec the name Hootie.
xD great
I live in bow church
Name the scooter the same as your preferred animal pet, is it a dog ? i just love dogs.
Ich hab auch ein Scooter. ^^ Möchte nicht mehr drauf verzichten. Für Berlin perfekt.
name her DOVE, by the way, you look gorgeus as always 😍
When I hear the word "scooter", vision of Orthodox Jews' children in Stamford Hill springs to my mind. No one embraced this contraption more than them
Name her "Helter Skelter the Scooter"
Hahahahah good one!
Scooty-McScootface! Haha!
xD hahha
Pamela call your scooter Pamela👍
Name the scooter Little Sandy! :D
:D hahahah oh quite like that
Another Holiday!!!! You lucky thing. Be careful with pedestrians and your scooter which I'm sure you are as you come across as very respectful of others.
Yeah it's super easy actually - much easier than on a bike :)
Cool 😊
my roly poly❤❤❤
You are absolutely gorgeous -- and your video rocks too. I just purchased a Micro scooter for use in London --- we may bump into each other!
2 metres apart of course! :D
I am a 66 year old retired old geezer, and blew up my right knee about 4 years ago. I read a message on a scooter forum from a tent about my age with knee problems. He took up kick scootering, and found that he could do it, and it is good exercise for him.I am also a prostate cancer survivor (so far at least), and do a pretty good 45 minute workout with barbells and a smallbench. I just ordered myself a folding kick scooter, and am hoping I will be able to ride it for fun and excercise. I could stand to lose some weight, and maybe this will help. I live on the big island of Hawaii near Hilo, and there are some beautiful places to ride along the beaches here.
Thanks for the video.
I just bought besrey scooter for 1000
Lorraine. Lo for short.
Great shout! :D
@@SandyMakesSense Also, then you can enjoy the song Low Rider in a whole new way :)
This is a more of a review of you talking than scooter.
Yes?
Turn the music off so I can hear what it soinds like please
The sound of the scooter? :D