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Motorized Inline Skate Platforms

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Escend Blades Allow for Comfortable, Compact Commuting

— August 26, 2022 — Eco
Electric bikes and scooters are quickly becoming commonplace in many cities, so the Escend Blades are positioned as an option for those seeking out a more compact alternative.

The skates are essentially motorized wheel platforms that work with third-party skate boots, while also offering compatibility with Powerslide's Drop Boots. These will let the user wear their own shoes rather than needing to swap out their regular footwear.

The Escend Blades are crafted with aerospace-grade aluminum for the body along with two wheels that are powered by a 400W rear hub motor and a swappable battery pack. Riders can enjoy up to nine-miles of range per four-hour charge, which is also supported by a regenerative braking system. The skates are capable of handling inclines up to 20-degrees.

Image Credit: Escend
Trend Themes
1. Motorized Skates - The rise of motorized skates presents an opportunity to disrupt the personal transportation industry.
2. Compact Transportation - Compact transportation is a trend that is on the rise thanks to innovations like the Escend Blades.
3. Swappable Batteries - Swappable battery technology is a growing trend that could be applied to various industries - including personal transportation - for added convenience and efficiency.
Industry Implications
1. Personal Transportation - The motorized inline skate platforms are a disruptive innovation in the personal transportation industry, providing a more compact and eco-friendly alternative to traditional modes of transportation.
2. Sports and Recreation - Motorized skates also have the potential to revolutionize the sports and recreation industry by providing a new way for people to engage in inline skating.
3. Battery Technology - The swappable battery technology used in the Escend Blades presents an opportunity to improve energy storage in various industries, such as personal transportation and mobile devices.
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