GolfBoard, a surf- and skateboard-inspired motorized golf vehicle (cost: $6,500) developed by surfer Laird Hamilton and Bally Total Fitness Founder Don Wildman, is popping up on golf courses across the country. The boards use rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and can travel up to 14 miles per hour.
How fast does a GolfBoard go?
Once new users have perfected their GolfBoarding skills, they can advance to a maximum speed of 10 mph. For personal use, GolfBoard offers an optional high performance package with low speed of 7 mph, and a maximum high speed of 12.5 mph on flat terrain, plus up to 14 mph down hill.
What is GolfBoarding?
GolfBoards are a segway-like machine for players to “surf the turf” and a fun alternative to riding a golf cart or using a pull/push cart. GolfBoarding changes the golfing experience, without changing the spirit and traditions of the game and dramatically increases pace-of-play.
Are golf boards fun?
The boards can handle uneven terrain. “They’re even more fun, and easier, on hills,” Dowell said. “They chew ’em up and spit ’em out.”
Is the Down Under board worth it?
Effectiveness. The genius of the Down Under Board is that it cleans up a lot of swing issues without making you think about them. By simply pressuring the board between your legs, you’re going to have a more stable back swing, you’ll rotate better through the downswing, and you won’t stand up through the shot.
How fast is the GolfBoard golf cart?
With a top speed of 14 mph, the GolfBoard markets itself as a fast and fun alternative to traditional golf carts, or even more traditional walking. The company behind GolfBoard has created an online map where users can find courses that have the unique vehicle available to test out during a round of golf.
What is a GolfBoard and should you buy one?
The design of the GolfBoard includes tires meant to have minimal impact on a course’s turf, and it features all-wheel drive and positraction. With a top speed of 14 mph, the GolfBoard markets itself as a fast and fun alternative to traditional golf carts, or even more traditional walking.
How much does the GolfBoard weigh?
With the GolfBoards low weight of only 125 pounds distributed over the same surface area as much heavier equipment, there is substantially less impact and pressure on the turf than a fully loaded golf cart. The GolfBoard is the only board available with our proprietary “Spring Deck” technology utilizing a flexible spring plates.
What are the features of the GolfBoard?
Lightweight, long lasting and encased in a protective metal casing, the GolfBoard’s lithium-ion battery technology and safety features are best-in-class. Providing sufficient power to easily complete 18-holes on a single charge, the GolfBoard’s battery also allows for fast recharging times between rounds.
