How does it feel to ride on something that has no steering, no handles, or no support to hold on to? Just two wheels and your balance. This is the fact that makes hoverboards a unique electric gadget. Remember the time when you started riding the bicycle as a kid. At first, it was indeed difficult. But after some time, a lot of everyday practice, and of course the burning passion made you a pro bicycle rider. The case is the same with hoverboards as well. As a beginner, you just need a little practice and the right guidelines to follow and learn the basics.

We are here to share the basic tips on how to ride a hoverboard and all the facts you need to know as a beginner. 

How to Ride a Hoverboard Like a Pro – A step-by-step Guide

 

Step #1

Don’t you ever step on your hoverboard without turning it on? A switched-off hoverboard will not self-balance and you are most likely to hurt yourself. In off mode, hoverboards cannot balance your weight.

Step #2

Fully Charge your hoverboard before riding on it. Less charging will result in a short riding period and it also affects the performance of the board.

Step #3

Now after a full battery charge and turning it on, place your hoverboard on a flat surface. Make sure you have something to hold near you while you step up your right foot on the hoverboard.       

Step #4

Some hoverboards have a green flashlight that blinks after you put your one foot on it. I said some hoverboards, so don’t worry if yours didn’t have one. Feel free to put your 2nd foot on it and try to balance yourself.

Step #5

Keep your feet at a wide-angle and as far as possible from each other. It will help you to be more stable. Now if you are ready, slightly point both toes forward, and your hoverboard will start moving. Start slowly.

Step #6

Move and turn it slowly wherever you want to move. Slow practice will lead you towards faster results. Now it’s time to turn clockwise, Point your right toe downwards, it will easily start turning.

Step #7

When riding a hoverboard keep in mind that it moves with the shifting of your weight. Leaning back will take you backward and leaning towards the front will take you straight.

Step #8

Trust me or not, how to ride a hoverboard step by step is as simple as you think. Now, as you are tired of doing practice and want to get off. Reverse the same process, take off your one foot and then another. Power it off and plug the charger for the next long ride.

How to control a hoverboard

Hoverboards have a maximum speed of 10mph and more. If your board reaches its maximum speed or if you want to ride your board at maximum speed, you must know the Do’s and Don’ts. 

Your hoverboard moves forward as long as you lean forward. If you have already set up the speed limit as per your choice, there is nothing to worry about. But if you don’t have the mode on, the board will automatically reach its maximum speed as long as you are moving forward. There are hoverboards that give a beep sound before reaching a speed limit. If you hear that beep, it’s time to control your hoverboard while slowing down. To do the process effectively, just lean back a little, the speed will gradually start to slow down. Pick the moment and step off the board.

Safety precautions to consider before riding a hoverboard

As a beginner, you should be very careful of slopes. At rising slopes, your hoverboard can even throw you off helplessly. I know after becoming a pro at hoverboarding you are not going to resist speed. The faster you move the more careful you have to be. If you ever feel your hoverboard is getting out of your control, bend down your knees to balance the speed. So is there a need to mention safety gears specifically? You must wear helmets, knee pads, elbow pads, and wrist guards to ride safely. Accidents don’t care if you are a beginner or a professional. They just hit anywhere at any time. I don’t think you would be able to ride your hoverboard while being in hospital. Ride on flat-level roads. Do not flex at high speed you could end up being embarrassed. Practice slowly and your hoverboard will become your best friend with time.

How to ride a hoverboard sitting down

At first, I never understand the idea of sitting down on a hoverboard when you can stand and ride. But we are human beings, and we love to do fun things in different ways. When people started asking the question of how to ride a hoverboard on your knees a lot, manufacturers got an idea. They invent a hoverseat. You can attach this seat with a hoverboard in order to ride a hoverboard sitting down. Although, the hover seat brings the safety advantage with it. Some people consider sitting on a hoverboard safer than standing on and ride. Hoverseats is available on Amazon in a wide range of varieties. These seats provide a guarantee of not falling down the board even if you hit a slope or lose balance.

How old do you have to be to ride a hoverboard?

Does age matter? For fun, it does not. According to some manufacturers and brands, the official age requirement for a person to ride a hoverboard is 8 years old. But our kids are far more energetic than an official requirement. Even 5-year-old and small kids are riding hoverboards with so much confidence and balance. There are hover karts on amazon that have made kid’s lives easier. It can convert a hoverboard into a hover kart with an extra wheel on its front, so your kid can ride on it safely.

How to ride a hover 1 hoverboard

Switch on the hover 1 hoverboard with the silver power button on the rear of the hoverboard. Make sure it’s a full charge and ready to go. Start by stepping your one foot up and then second gradually. Try to place your feet far away from one another. A wide-leg posture always helps in more stability. Find the center of your gravity and start balancing it your way. If you are a beginner, try it near a wall or a pillar to hold on to while you stand and balance perfectly. Start moving slowly and you go.

How to ride a hoverboard on your stomach

There are tons of fun ways to ride a hoverboard. Riding on your stomach is one of them. You can lay down your stomach on your hoverboard. Focusing the balance. Now you can round, twirl, twist, move forward or backward, and have fun to your fullest. Make sure you are doing this indoors or on a smooth surface. For a safe stunt, keep your knees up from the surface level.