Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Razor Scooters

By Owen Jones

The Razor A scooter ... What does that expression make you think about? If you have kids, I'm sure that you're already aware of the Razor A scooter series, but they weren't about when we were kids. However, the concept was, although I forget the brand names from my youth.

I adored my two-wheeled, kick-powered scooter when I was young. Mum and Dad had their car, my older siblings had their bikes and I had my scooter. It didn't go fast, but then, I didn't go far either, but it was transport and it gave that feeling of freedom. I had my wheels and I was mobile!

Well, the modern equivalent of that scooter is the Razor A scooter series. And they really are modern too! They are a far cry from the simple scooters of years ago. The Razor A scooter series was brought out in the year 2000 and is tough, log-lasting, collapsible and as safe as you can get.

The Razor A scooter series comes in several guises to accommodate different age groups, abilities and pockets. For example, the Razor A scooter is meant for children of six years and older, while the Razor A2 scooter, the Razor A3 scooter and the Razor Pro scooter are intended for older, heavier, more demanding and more skilful riders. With prices starting at about $25 none of them is over-priced.

The Razor A scooter series is made from aircraft-grade light aluminium and weighs in at just six pounds. That's light enough for any small child to be able to carry, if required, without risk of strain. It is also collapsible, which means that it is easy to carry under your arm, in the boot of your car or on the bus. Storage is a doddle too.

The Razor A scooter series is height-adjustable too in that the handlebars can be raised as your child grows up or if an older sibling wants a turn. It also has a formidable braking system, which is obviously very important since these scooters will easily reach speeds of five or six mph on the flat and much more on a slope. Going down, that is.

The Razor A scooter range also has lesser and greater stable companions. The Razor Kiddie Kick is meant for children younger than six and has a third wheel for greater stability, although it is equally as strong and durable as the Razor A scooter series. The Razor A scooter series is intended for 'young-minded' people from the age of six. I say 'young-minded' because it is quite the rage now, to put one in the car and scooter the last mile or two into work or college. That mile or two every day will save you fuel and give you more exercise over a prolonged period of time. After all, it all adds up, doesn't it?

Furthermore, for those who want a bit more power, there are the Razor E100(S), Razor E200(S) and the Razor E300(S), which are electrically powered scooters. The (S) means that they have a seat attached.

So, why not introduce your child to the concept of mobility with a Razor A scooter? Give your child the chance to look back on his or her youth in 20-30 years time and remember zooming about at three-five mph on a Razor A scooter.

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