BobC
09-07-2003, 02:40 AM
I’ve been struggling for the past couple of days regarding the choice between immediate purchase vs. delay in hopes of a price drop. I saw a brief window of opportunity when a lower price was …briefly… posted on a dealer’s web site yesterday. It was quickly switched back to the regular price of $4950 within a couple of hours.
Anyway, I’m happy to report that we brought home a brand new “i” model HT. We did the training today at Sporty’s near Cincinnati. It was a great experience. We were able to train in their warehouse facility, and the trainer from Sporty’s couldn’t have been more helpful and thorough. We carted home our new HT, and I’m enduring the SegWait right now during the initial charge.
I can’t say enough nice things about my experience with Sporty’s. I’ve made many purchases from them for aviation related items over the years. For those of you who may be pilots and members of AOPA (Airplane Owners and Pilots Association), if you have one of the AOPA MasterCard or Visa cards, Sporty’s gives and additional 5% discount for ALL purchases made at Sporty’s (even Segways) when you use this card.. And yes, the “i” HT will fit into a small plane. The 5% discount with the AOPA credit card will more than offset the delivery charge (if you order it to be shipped), or almost offset the sales tax (if you pick it up there). OK, so much for delayed gratification. I had to take it home with me. And in addition, each purchase from Sporty’s enters you into a sweepstakes to win a new Cessna 172. They give an airplane away each summer.
My HT looks like an example of very recent vintage. The factory sticker on the box has a date of (I assume) 8-20 (on the label is a section of small boxes number 1-12; box number 8 has a 20 stamped in it). I don’t know if this is manufacture or shipping, but it’s new enough for me.
Tomorrow will be a busy day. I can’t wait to start learning in real world conditions. Thanks to everyone for their input so far. It really is great to have an on-line community like this to share questions and experiences. I’m sorry I arrived too late to participate in Segway Fest, but then again, there’s always next year!
I’ve learned so much in reading the forums, but now the real-world learning begins. I’ve proudly switched by profile to list “Segway Owner”. I just need the experience necessary to call myself a Segway Glider!
Anyway, I’m happy to report that we brought home a brand new “i” model HT. We did the training today at Sporty’s near Cincinnati. It was a great experience. We were able to train in their warehouse facility, and the trainer from Sporty’s couldn’t have been more helpful and thorough. We carted home our new HT, and I’m enduring the SegWait right now during the initial charge.
I can’t say enough nice things about my experience with Sporty’s. I’ve made many purchases from them for aviation related items over the years. For those of you who may be pilots and members of AOPA (Airplane Owners and Pilots Association), if you have one of the AOPA MasterCard or Visa cards, Sporty’s gives and additional 5% discount for ALL purchases made at Sporty’s (even Segways) when you use this card.. And yes, the “i” HT will fit into a small plane. The 5% discount with the AOPA credit card will more than offset the delivery charge (if you order it to be shipped), or almost offset the sales tax (if you pick it up there). OK, so much for delayed gratification. I had to take it home with me. And in addition, each purchase from Sporty’s enters you into a sweepstakes to win a new Cessna 172. They give an airplane away each summer.
My HT looks like an example of very recent vintage. The factory sticker on the box has a date of (I assume) 8-20 (on the label is a section of small boxes number 1-12; box number 8 has a 20 stamped in it). I don’t know if this is manufacture or shipping, but it’s new enough for me.
Tomorrow will be a busy day. I can’t wait to start learning in real world conditions. Thanks to everyone for their input so far. It really is great to have an on-line community like this to share questions and experiences. I’m sorry I arrived too late to participate in Segway Fest, but then again, there’s always next year!
I’ve learned so much in reading the forums, but now the real-world learning begins. I’ve proudly switched by profile to list “Segway Owner”. I just need the experience necessary to call myself a Segway Glider!