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Brands

Unit 1

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The electric skateboard community has always prioritized pushing boundaries, but Unit 1 is proving that innovation and safety can ride hand in hand. This forward-thinking company has spent years perfecting smart helmet technology that’s already transforming urban mobility across eight countries. Their journey from sports safety startup to award-winning smart helmet pioneers offers valuable insights for every e-skater looking to upgrade their protection game. What makes Unit 1’s approach special isn’t just the technology—it’s their philosophy of creating ‘beautiful products that save lives.’

The FARO Smart Helmet, which earned both RedDot and iF Gold Design Awards, demonstrates how protective gear can be both functional and stylish. For e-skaters who’ve struggled with bulky, uncomfortable helmets, this represents a game-changing shift toward gear you’ll actually want to wear.

The AURA Smart Helmet takes things further, integrating connectivity features that could revolutionize how we think about riding safety. While originally designed for cyclists, these innovations translate perfectly to electric skateboarding, where riders face similar urban challenges and safety concerns.

Unit 1’s partnership with major mobility brands like Stromer shows they understand the interconnected nature of modern transportation. For the e-skating community, this means access to professional-grade safety technology that’s been tested and refined across multiple riding disciplines.

As electric skateboarding continues growing mainstream, having gear that matches our sport’s innovative spirit becomes crucial. Smart helmets aren’t just about protection anymore—they’re about enhancing the entire riding experience while keeping safety at the forefront.

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Brands, Protective Gear

Triple 8

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NYC IS IN OUR DNA.

Ever ollie over a 6 ft pothole while swerving around an oncoming taxi? Ever bike through miles of snarling traffic, oblivious tourists and millions of testy commuters? Triple Eight was born on the streets of New York City, so we know what it’s like to ride them. And we know what it takes to conquer them, too.

Back in 1996, we hit the pavement—literally—with our first helmet, and have been developing tough, stylish protective gear for the action sports industry ever since. Our team is continuously dreaming up new products, incorporating new technology, and maintaining our hard earned reputation for skate, bike, snow, water and derby gear of the highest quality and craftsmanship. After all, we’re not only making the products, we’re using them too.

You can be confident that no matter what spills you take, we’re here to help you get right back up. So go ahead, push harder, go faster, fly higher. And know that whatever you ride, Triple Eight has you protected from head to toe.

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Community

Propel EV

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Propel EV started off with a group of passionate people enthusiastic about outdoor adventures in search of the most original electric off-road vehicle. After a year of sketches, designs, production, and road testing, the first generation prototype was manufactured in 2013. The following 6 years have been a committed journey of arduous optimizations of the product in order for the ultimate delivery of our mission: To build the Best Electric Off-Road Skateboard in the World. Coming into 2021, we are still on the road…

Community

Evolve Events

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The Evolve has a tight-knit community of passionate riders. We pride ourselves on the community that has grown around Evolve over the years and being part of electric skateboard events. Everyone has their own story on how they found electric skateboarding, why they ride, and why they love it. At the core, everyone shares the same passion here to have a good time.

You can find many groups of passionate riders worldwide that catch up for group rides, electric skateboard races and other events. We are truly grateful for having so many dedicated riders pushing our sport forward and trying our best to give back with events like our Evolve World Cups, local racing, demo events, or even community group rides.

Community

PEVZone

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PEVZone is a fun community of PEV enthusiasts who have discussions, share information, and meetup for group rides & good times! It makes no difference what you ride: electric bikes, eScooters, eSk8, eFoil, Surfboard, EUC, one wheel – this is the place for electric vehicles! PEVs represent fun, lifestyle, and personal freedom. Riding is an excuse to get outdoors and explore. A reason to exercise and bond with people who share the same lifestyle and sense of wonder. Imagine being able to travel around the world and find riders who want to meet up and ride with you to ride their best local spots. That’s what we’re building here, a global community. PEVZone will work to foster the growth of PEVs and the PEV community – we believe electric vehicles are the future. So JOIN TODAY, and let’s RIDE!!!

Community

Electric Skateboard Club

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What’s the best route for beginners? How do you maintain those motors? Where can you actually ride legally? Here’s the beautiful truth – you’re not alone in this electrifying journey.

The global electric skateboard community has evolved into something extraordinary. What started as scattered groups of DIY enthusiasts has transformed into a worldwide network of passionate riders sharing knowledge, organizing meetups, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on four wheels and a battery pack. From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the rolling hills of San Francisco, e-skate communities are bringing riders together in ways that would make Tony Hawk proud.

Whether you’re interested in pre-built boards, custom DIY builds, or somewhere in between, these communities offer something invaluable: real-world experience from people who’ve been there, done that, and probably have the speed wobbles to prove it. The future of electric skateboarding isn’t just about better batteries or more powerful motors – it’s about the riders who push the culture forward, one shared experience at a time.