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1. I never understood Segways. If anything we (USA) need to walk more, not less.

Posted at 10:05AM on May 5th 2008 by Throwback

2. exactly... although nice technology, walking, driving a bicycle or any smaller manpowered 2 wheeler, is both cheaper, greener, easier and healthier.

Posted at 10:32AM on May 5th 2008 by s10

3. I can't believe that people who read a green transportation blog would be so ignorant.

The Segway is not a replacement for walking--it is meant to replace short car trips. Think a 3 mile ride to the supermarket to pick up a loaf of bread. That is the sort of trip that, in a car, is most harmful for the environment. It is so short the car cannot warm up, and thus its emissions systems cannot operate efficiently.

To anyone who is trying to reduce their car usage -- whether by Segway or bike or mass transit -- I say bravo. Every advance in electric vehicles is a step forward, and I think that readers of this blog should recognize that,

Posted at 11:52AM on May 5th 2008 by jt

4. 3 miles on a Segway? As I recall Segways where originally developed for urban transportation needs. As someone who grew up in NYC, I can tell you a Segway is the wrong answer, mass transit is the way to go in urban areas.

Posted at 1:45PM on May 5th 2008 by Throwback

5. I agree with the person above that said "bravo" to those of you who have chosen to walk or ride a bike. GOOD CHOICE. Considering this, remember that some people have chronic pain, diseases,and disabilities. For these people the Segway gives them a big piece of their lives back. I go further than 3 miles. I sometimes go 15 miles in a day on mine. I see parts of my city and parks that 99% of the other citizens didn't even know existed. You know why? Because, not only is the segway "green" but it is really really fun!! I've ridden a bike, not very fun. Walking, no, not fun. Am I lazy? No, I just ran a marathon. It is practical. Not for Manhattan, not for the middle of suburbia, but for intermediate city living. Ann Arbor Michigan is a perfect example. Impossible to park here, gas is almost 4 dollars a gallon. Tight streets, lots of hills, LOTS OF HILLS. Ever try riding a bike straight up a hill? How'd your legs feel when you got done doing that? Most students that live where I do take 25-30 minutes to walk to class. I get there in about 5 minutes. Why do I need to go so fast? Whats my hurry? I don't know, why don't you wash all your dishes and clothes by hand?

Posted at 10:34PM on May 12th 2008 by Joey