Why is boosted Board discontinued?

Unfortunately Boosted went bankrupt and from what we’ve seen older warranty claims are being ignored.

Who owns Boosted Boards now?

In April 2020, it was reported that Lime has acquired some of the remaining assets of Boosted including five of the company’s core patents. The remaining inventory of skateboards, scooters, and related parts was acquired by Boosted USA.

Is Boosted still a company?

Boosted was known as the leader in premium electric skateboards, and even expanded into high-end (and high-power) electric scooters. Thus, news of the company’s bankruptcy and demise came as a shock to their large customer base and to many in the industry.

Is it worth buying a Boosted Board?

Yes, Boosted Boards are definitely worth it. As a Boosted Plus owner, the board has fantastic power and speed. But what I love most about it is the handling… The boards ride great and the super flex deck gives you superb control.

Are Boosted Boards made in China?

Boosted had outsourced manufacturing to China starting in 2016, and while Russakow told The Verge in May 2019 that the startup had “the financial ability” to “eat” the tariff on the skateboards, it turns out that was easier said than done.

How long does a Boosted Board last?

After doing some research on a Reddit forum I found that you should be able to ride your board at least a couple hundred miles, if not for a few thousand miles. One Redditor said he bought his Boosted board “2 years ago, 10k+ miles, still going strong!”

When did Boosted go out of business?

March 2020
They took an old idea, made it sleek, pretty, and high quality. The control system was easy to use and, as a company, they sought to form strong bonds with their customers. But in March 2020, Boosted laid off many of its employees and sought a buyer.

Are Boosted Boards legal in the UK?

No. In the UK it is unofficially grey, because there is no specific legislation for electric skateboards. Hoverboards, Onewheels and Electric Scooters are all banned in public places but as of yet Electric skateboards remain unlegislated. The UK police does love to give heavy fines if they catch you, so watch out.

Why did Boosted fail?

Boosted was just spread too thin. It had launched half a dozen models — each with different configurations — in just six years, on a shoestring budget. Then it was hit hard by the Trump administration’s tariffs on goods made in China, and a delayed electric scooter, and eventually ran out of money.

How fast can a boosted board go?

Boosted Board Single – Top Speed: 18 mph – Standard Range: 8 miles for $999, Extended Range: 14 miles for $1099.

Can Boosted Boards go uphill?

The Boosted Board’s electric motor is powerful enough to go uphill, even in San Francisco’s steep streets.

Can you use Boosted Board in rain?

Boosted still recommends against riding the new board in the rain because you can still do damage the bearings, and extended exposure to water could still harm the electronics. (Hence the use of water-resistant, not waterproof.)