Exkate Proves Legitimacy with Remote-Control Patent23 September 2005
For more than five years, Exkate, maker of the legendary X-24 electric skateboard, has successfully defended its patent on the world’s only functional, hands-free remote electronics for its popular line of powerboards, including the affordable Raptor line.
The Bay Area enterprise has prevailed over several “fly by night operators” by obtaining judgments against the rival powerboard manufacturers.
Exkate’s X-24, Raptor 3.0, and Raptor 4.0 set the standard for high-tech electric skateboards. These boards feature powerful motors, regenerative braking, and easy recharge from any standard wall outlet. The cruising range of more than 10 miles and a speed of 15-20 mph make zipping around town easy and practical, and each board has enough power to pull a full-sized adult up steep hills. As an added bonus, the Raptor line is also highly portable – these boards are small enough to fit into a locker and light enough to carry into any public place.
Oakland-based Slide4less, LLC (www.slide4less.com) is an exclusive distributor of high-quality Exkate products. Now, the company is re-dedicating itself to selling the wireless, hands-free remote control boards. “We test every board we sell and Exkate’s wireless trigger remote is the one we prefer,” said Slide4less partner Darren Romar. “We are so confident the boards will perform that we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on every one we sell.”
“The Raptor line of boards is being referred to as a revolution because of their affordability and high performance,” Romar added. “Never before could you buy a powerboard with wireless remote and regenerative braking for less than $500.”
Powerboards are also one of the most environmentally friendly vehicles available on the market, with strikingly silent operation and zero emissions. It is snowboarding with no lift line, wakeboarding without a boat and skateboarding without your feet ever touching the ground. You just step on and accelerate.
With the Raptor motors specially built to suit the powerboard, riders can reach top speed in less than four seconds. The longboard truck eliminates speed wobble while providing for a 10-foot turning radius, and the specially formulated bushings absorb road shock while the rider remains in firm control via the wireless hand controller.
The standard Exkate Raptor 4.0 ($499) and 3.0 ($399), along with the X-24 ($999)Wholesale Inquiries welcome (510) 832-2824. Consumers can also visit the showroom and take a free powerboard test ride at 212 International Blvd., (rear warehouse, off Second Avenue) in Oakland.
WARNING: These electric skateboards are high-speed, extreme machines and should be operated with extreme care and common sense. Overhead high-voltage wires can interfere with operation under certain circumstances. We recommend operation in a wide-open area with limited-to-zero signal interference. Motorized skateboards are illegal on many public roads. Owners of these boards assume all risks of operation including, but not limited to, injury or death. Helmet, gloves, and leathers are highly recommended.
Source: PR Web
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