How to choose an electric skateboard. Don’t be fooled by specs!

Choosing an electric skateboard can be a confusing process, especially when you realize that much of the manufacturers’ product specs aren’t very useful. This video aims to help a first-time buyer choose an electric skateboard with confidence.

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How to convert electric skateboard battery specs to Watt-hours:
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How to estimate electric skateboard range:
https://dkwan.com/how-to-estimate-range/

00:00 Intro
00:52 Which size is right for you?
05:46 What size wheels do you need?
06:46 Hub motors, belt drive, something else?
11:50 Which board is faster?
13:27 Brakes are frequently overlooked
14:21 Why the speed controller matters
17:15 How to estimate range yourself
19:19 Skate components
21:03 Which specs to ignore
22:33 Summary

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