seats: the good, the bad, favorites, dislikes

[gracefuli]

Ok- i'm convinced to get a seg! Now what about seats? I realize this may be personal preferences/dislikes, but what are your experiances and approx cost? Thanks!

[Tarkus]

A lot of what seat will depend on your physical limitations.

Here are two links to seats:

www.segvator.com
www.segseat.com

I have used both and they both have pros and cons.

http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i118/segforlegs/DSCF0008-1.jpg
Leenseat

http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i118/segforlegs/seg007.jpg
Segseat

Be Big,
Alan

[polo_pro]

First let me say that I'm not disabled. However, I do long distance gliding. As such, I need a seat to sit when I go 50 to 100 miles on my segway in a day.

I like both the seats that Tarkus has shown above. I only have experience with the SegSeat, but I can appreciate the simplicity (and lower cost) of the LeenSeat's design. However, I also like the SegSeat since that more complicated design allows the seat to slide forward and backward simulating what a person would naturally do with their weight when they glide on a segway standing up. Remember, everything about a segway is how you lean forward and backward.

One thing I don't know about is how easily one can do an emergency dismount. It's very unlikely you'll ever have to do one, but when the time comes I'd be a bit concerned about the LeenSeat's design. Maybe Tarkus could comment on this since he's ridden both versions (and possibly done some "emergency dismounts" at times).

[wwhopper]

At Segway of Annapolis!

And by far the one most people like is the Segvator Seat.

First of all it works on gen two and gen one machines.

It is very simple to install - mounting with three bolts onto the side gearboxs

And it can be painted to match your seg.

It comes in two sizes a tall and a short version.

Now if Segvator would come out with the Mel Seat - which is a full seat that would be great, but they tell me it would be too cost prohibitive to manufacture.

We have the tall seats in stock now. We also have a couple of Mario's Seg Seats that are demo models available. As well as a number of great deals on previously owned Segways, demo Segways, and new Segways! Give us a call at 1.877.Segway.4

[Tarkus]

First Will.

Thank God I didn't use the word "Melseat". Every time I bring that up I get a barrage of emails wanting to buy one !

polo,

I was one of the first to have a Segseat and as I said in my review the product is beautiful. The machine work is great, functions well and works as advertised.

The only problem I had with it is that with my SCI I have little use of my "glutes" so the saddle style seat was a bit painful. Thats not a problem with the Segseat, it's a problem with my butt !!

As far as having to do a "Emergency Bail" with the leenseat, I have run the batteries to dead, restarted and ran to dead again then took a ride. Obviously it was only seconds before I got the "BAIL NOW" warning. I found I had more than enough time to flip up the seat and step off.

In the so far unheard of "Catastrophic Failure" I think both would be a problem.

My "primitive" tests also show that with one of Blinky Bars left flashing you would have about 30-45 minutes, at walking speed to find a place to recharge. No excuse for running out of gas except operator inattentiveness.

Last you need to look at how you will use the seat. Most of the time I stand for 2 reasons. First because I can, second because I believe that the Segway is at its best when used as designed, standing.

All that being said it's a matter of your limitations and how often you plan to sit. Like I said I'm Lucky I'm a "Walkie Para" and only use it for a break. Another advantage to both seats is that they also provide some added lateral support with the seat up and standing.

Best of luck.

Be Big,
Alan

[wwhopper]

First Will. Thank God I didn't use the word "Melseat". Every time I bring that up I get a barrage of emails wanting to buy one !

That's good - because if market demand calls for it, maybe we can get them to offer it. Expensive as it would be, it would be worth it. It is a far better seat than all the rest.


In the so far unheard of "Catastrophic Failure" I think both would be a problem.

Remember - The Segway is not designed to be used with a SEAT - it is a single person standing room only machine.

We have a couple of users who have a need for a seat, and use the segway, seat and all and have so for a while.

[Tarkus]

That's good - because if market demand calls for it, maybe we can get them to offer it. Expensive as it would be, it would be worth it. It is a far better seat than all the rest.




Remember - The Segway is not designed to be used with a SEAT - it is a single person standing room only machine.

We have a couple of users who have a need for a seat, and use the segway, seat and all and have so for a while.

I agree Will. From my last post:

Last you need to look at how you will use the seat. Most of the time I stand for 2 reasons. First because I can, second because I believe that the Segway is at its best when used as designed, standing.

Be Big,
Alan

[wwhopper]

Most of the time I stand for 2 reasons. First because I can, second because I believe that the Segway is at its best when used as designed, standing.Be Big,
Alan

It was because when you did your acrobatic combined with comedy routines, your adoring audience could see you better!

[Tarkus]

It was because when you did your acrobatic combined with comedy routines, your adoring audience could see you better!


Thats one thing I miss about my wheelchair.
It was much easier to look up the ladies dresses !!!!!!

Be Big,
Alan

[KSagal]

Okay, for us in the illiterati, what is a "melseat"?

[Tarkus]

Okay, for us in the illiterati, what is a "melseat"?

OK, I get what I deserve:

http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i118/segforlegs/melseat.jpg

http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i118/segforlegs/mel-1.jpg

I realy think it's a fine seat but the front wheels, IMO, give a false sense of security but the fans love it. It realy is "comfy" though !
Let the emails begin.....

Be Big,
Alan

THIS POST IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOPES ONLY. MELSEAT NOT AVAILABLE FOR SALE

[Robert-A]

Wow, Alan, the MelSeat looks great! Where can I get one, How much are they? Do they come in different colors? Can I get a custom heated version for my "glutes"? :D:D:D



THIS POST IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOPES ONLY. MELSEAT NOT AVAILABLE FOR SALE

Just in case nobody emailed you THIS time....


Still aiming to Be Big,

-Robert

[KSagal]

On this whole 'be big' thing...

29 years ago, I joined the US Army. Their recruitment at the time, was...

"Be all you can be!"

Well... At this point, I am more than I wanted to be...

Then I was doing push ups... Now it's push aways...

Still and all, Alan is one who steps up when he needs to, and the segway community is better for his involvement. Thanks...

[Tarkus]

Wow, Alan, the MelSeat looks great! Where can I get one, How much are they? Do they come in different colors? Can I get a custom heated version for my "glutes"? :D:D:D



Just in case nobody emailed you THIS time....


Still aiming to Be Big,

-Robert

So am I !
Thats why I type it everyday, to remind me NOT to be the fool I can be !

Be Big,
Alan

[SegWayne]

It realy is "comfy" though !
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Talk about a seat for long distance ! Love the channel down the middle.. any possibility a "catch container" could be mounted below so us "older" folks would not need to stop so often?? :):)

[hellphish]

Sounds like you want a portable IP address.

[SegWayne]

Sounds like you want a portable IP address.

yes with a lot of bandwidth for fast downloads

[hellphish]

yes with a lot of bandwidth for fast downloads

LOL I just choked on my lunch.

[Tarkus]

Talk about a seat for long distance ! Love the channel down the middle.. any possibility a "catch container" could be mounted below so us "older" folks would not need to stop so often?? :):)

They call it a Foley..............YIKES !

Be Big,
Alan