Fargo Street Hill Climb by Segway

Segway Today set out to demonstrate the utility and durability of the Segway Personal Transporter. The first challenge: Fargo Street in Los Angeles, California. At a 32 percent grade, it’s one of the world’s steepest public streets.

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[halfcack]

The Segway by the lean of the drivers are having a bad time with this hill. There are three streets in Binghamton, NY that are by rough estimation a 25 degree grade. They have been in use since the 1940's. If your brakes aren't in good condition it's a suicide run. These streets can be seen going West on Route 17, just after Kamikaze curve to your right or East just before Kamikaze curve to your left. Nose's would have to be touching the ground to make these bad boys. All lined with houses

[SegwayToday]

Actually, the Segways handled the hill just fine. The lean of the riders is due to the angle of the street. The rider is actually standing perfectly upright. Remember, Fargo Street has a 32 percent grade. It's a very steep street!

[thebearjew825]

can you go down it?

[ImYourLastResort]

Spent two hours scooting around Queenstown in New Zealand a month or so back, including effortless trips up and down some nice steep roads. An awesome time, instantly wanted one.  (thumbs up to Segway on Q, by the way)

[glideordie]

For every Segway video, there's a nasty comment. I think they call it, "sour grapes."

[glideordie]

@mazdarado Do you also assume that drivers contribute to obesity? The Segway is a form or transportation and recreation. Please educate yourself before making such ridiculous assumptions.

[glideordie]

@erio6 Going down a regular hill is very easy. I could never go downhill on skates or a bike. The Segway is super easy to control if ridden properly.

[glideordie]

@TimpBizkit No gears. They travel up to 12.5 mph.

[xpez]

its like a portable escalator...

[TimpBizkit]

How much torque do segways have? Do they have gears?