[Ad-gifted] Adult scooters are now more commonly seen on school runs by parents scooting to pick their kids up or spotted on the trains in the big cities, carried by commuters heading to work. These scooters are affordable compared to folding bikes and portable (as they fold) hence easily stored away making short journeys accessible for those wanting to get from one place to another with zero carbon footprint.
To promote the idea of clean living and healthy lifestyle, we are featuring Micro Scooters, a brand created almost 20 years ago by Anna Gibson and Philippa Gogarty with the goal of helping parents get their children to school without hassle and to help adults speed up short trips.
If cycling is not an option and you want to speed up your journey, then keep on reading to find out more about The Original Customisable Low Deck Adult Scooter from Micro Scooters which also makes fantastic gift ideas.
The Original Customisable Low Deck Scooter we are featuring in this post is white in colour but this adult scooter is also available in black and silver. Weighing only 4.7kg, it can carry a rider who weighs up to 100kg. The scooter is versatile and easily foldable so great for adults commuting to work via bus/train or to help mums and dads keep up with little ones on their bike rides or school runs.
This Swiss designed adult scooter also has personalised options allowing you to choose the griptape design and add your name or a short text on it with your font choice.
Accessories
You can customise and personalise your scooter according to your taste. There are ribbons, bells, lights, baskets and scooter carry straps in various patterns and colours available to purchase. We have featured the scooter bell in our post.
What did we think of our Micro Scooters?
We often head to the skate park as a family and spend time either scooting, roller skating or roller blading. On one of these occasions, my husband broke my son’s scooter whilst trying to scoot around and then it dawned upon us that most scooters available in the market are not made for adults even though it is such a fun way to get around and keep fit at the same time.
So when we were sent the Micro Scooters to feature on our blog, we were all super excited to try out the scooter and see for ourselves if it this award-winning scooter was well made as it claimed to be and ‘adult proof’.
What I love most about the scooter is how versatile it is to store away and light enough to transport in the car/bus/train, even for someone like me who is petite.
If you are wondering, Wim Ouboter designed the first folding aluminium scooter 20 years ago as a way to cover short distanced quickly and conveniently. Who knew that a quarter of a century later, this has become a great way to transport scooters around conveniently.
My husband, my almost 14-years-old teenage daughter (who is taller than me), my 11-year-old son and myself tested the scooter on various days and places from smooth surface to pebbled ground and tarmac. Suitable for riders who are 8-years-old and above, the scooter is sturdy and built to last, and can carry up 100kg in rider weight.
We found the ride was smooth and the brakes allowed us to control the speed of the scooter as we swerve around to avoid obstructions hence making us feel safe on busy pavements and parks. My husband enjoyed the speed by while daughter loved that she could get back home quicker when we headed out. My son loved the fact that he had another scooter to scoot on and I loved the fact, that I can now keep up with the kids when they go around the block on their bike rides.
The scooter is stylish and the option to create my own design was enticing. Apart from the scooter colour choice, I could also choose the griptape design and add my name or a short text on it with my font choice. I decided to add the text with “Roll With It“. Its evident that the scooter is built for speed and designed for convenience. Its large 200mm wheels gives it a sturdy feel when riding and there is enough leg room for my husband’s large feet on the deck. The adjustable handlebars also means that we could all use the scooter within seconds of adjusting the height of the handlebars.
So, if you are looking to get fit and wanting to move around from one place to another in a convenient way, or get to work quickly, then it is worth investing in the adult Micro Scooters as it is not just a one-off investment but a life-long investment and this also makes a great birthday of Christmas gift for your partner or family member.
Where can you get your scooter and how much does it cost?
We have featured the Original (White) Customisable Low Deck Scooter which is priced at £184.95. You can order your adult scooter directly from their website and it comes with free delivery.
There are also other scooter colour options available on their website such as Black, Matt Silver, Personalised White and Personalised Black to choose from.
Have a nosey around their website as they also sell children’s scooters, electric scooters as well as accessories such as bells, baskets, helmet gift set, ribbons and bags. We have featured their purple scooter and bike bell which is available in 18 different colours. This retails for £9.95.
FAQ:
- Spare Parts – If a part is broken it can be easily replaced. They stock every single part for every single Micro Scooters and provide step by step guides on how to fit them. Visit the Spares section on their website for more information and to find local authorised service centres.
- Always test the brakes and grips to make sure that it is working before you start your journey
- Remember to clean the scooter and dry it after using it in the rain or wet conditions
- Accessories – You can attach accessories such as water bottles, bell and bags using the a multi-mount clip system, meaning they can attach to any Micro scooter quickly and easily.
- All products carry a two-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
- Personalised scooter/accessory order can take up to 10 working days from the day of order placement. The order may also be split into two separate deliveries depending on which type of product you have ordered.
- Micro are proud an eco-company and all packaging can be recycled
- Train operators have banned e-scooters being taken on board their trains due to the risk of fires so these scooters can be brought on trains
- Electric scooters are motorised hence you cannot use them on a pavement but you can use these scooters on pavements to avoid busy roads
About Micro Scooters
Micro Scooters Limited is an importer and retailer of a range of children’s and adult scooters, based in London. The company was founded in 2004 by marine lawyer Anna Gibson and charity fundraiser Philippa Gogarty.
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* We were sent these shoes in return for a feature. All opinions are our own.
16 comments
Love the idea of eco-friendly commuting! Micro Scooters are a great, practical choice for short trips.
They sure are Lavanda, great way to travel short distance
Scooters were all the rage when I was younger and I love them! Looks like a lot of fun and a great way to get around locally!
Yes, it is such a great way to get around and have come back in style
What a fab scooter! I could do with one of these to try and run away from my kids. LOL. Love the bell too!
The bell is super cool and everyone hears you
That’s a cool little scooter! I think it would be great for getting back and forth in town.
Agree, especially if you are trying to keep fit and saving money at the same time
I love the compact design! This is really great to get around the neighborhood and good gift idea!
Absolutely love how it fold up and light enough to carry on the train
The scooter is so so cool! I will get it for my son, he’s been asking for one for months now…This seems to be awesome.
Hi Karen, this is an adult scooter or best for teens, they do have scooters for kids on their website as well
This mini scooter would be fun to ride in a park or around the neighborhood!
Yes it was fun to ride it on the road and park as well
this is absolutely useful to own a unit at home to mobile to nearby surroundings quickly . I’m gonna check it out to own one soon.
Agree Sienny, great way to get around for sure