Can you ride an electric unicycle in the rain? 🌧🌧🌧

[@AlienRides]

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[@jspark6351]

My tip: Avoid painted road markings while riding in the rain. If you already happen to be on a line or something , go straight ahead without changing direction or slowing down. You will eventually escape painted area in soon.

[@AlienRides]

Yup, that’s another great tip for sure. Thanks for sharing!

[@tomford1611]

@@AlienRides great tip for sure. Riding on colored lines can make tire lose traction. U may fall or slip off and land on your feet like i did.

[@nastythomashobbs]

I actually enjoy riding my Electric Unicycle in the rain at times. I find I get far less wet than riding my Ebike. Standing allows the water to run off my rain gear. When riding my ebike my legs, stomach and shoes get soaked. My shoes are water proof but because they are moving and shifting my water "proof" pants the water gets inside the shoes. Nice vid

[@AlienRides]

Thanks for stopping by! It sure is amazing that these electric devices can ride well in the rain.

[@EUC_URUGUAY]

excellent contribution to the community!👏👏👏👏👏 I use my v3 s + every day no matter the weather, I only put a bag on top and some Nylon film to avoid damage (the breaks are expensive) for now I have no problem. keep in that way!! I love these contributions 🔝🔝🔝🔝🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@skorpiolovesmith]

Riding in the rain easy to do, all day everyday!

[@AlienRides]

Yeah it is, and it’s raining today too! Ride on brotha!

[@TheVano]

Got some good laughs 👍. Diggin what this channel has become. Keep it up 💯🔥

[@AlienRides]

Tony Vano Couldn’t do it without you and my Bay Area e-fam 👊❤️

[@bryanbryant9962]

I have ridden my Gotway MSuper V2 numerous times in the rain. I had a small problem only one time: after about an hour in very heavy rain, the buzzer stopped working, apparently waterlogged. I hoped it would resume working when it dried out, but after a month, the buzzer was still dead. I was amazed probably another month later, the buzzer started working again, and it has been fine ever since!

[@kmg501]

Wonderful, loved hearing about this topic and to watch you and your fellow enthusiasts.

[@kencatnguyen]

We rode in the rain last weekend in Stanford too! Fun ride! :)

[@AlienRides]

Awesome, glad the rain didn't get you down! 👍

[@KaiSosceles]

Damn Vano is killin those lines at 8:30. Cant wait to see that at the EWGP race!

[@AlienRides]

Kai Sosceles For sure, it’s going to be great!

[@bookmark2846]

I was unintentionally caught in the rain while riding home on my EUC and I'm glad it did!

[@AlienRides]

Next time you can be intentionally caught in it! 😅

[@bookmark2846]

@@AlienRides Ok. I guess I already know what you are going to say if I said I unintentionally peed myself while riding, lol.

[@isthereanyfood]

Very nice vid! I love riding in the rain. It's some of the most fun riding i've done.

[@AlienRides]

It’s definitely a lot of fun! Technology is amazing.

[@isthereanyfood]

@@AlienRides Have you done any modifications for sealing. If yes, with what and where? I have no modifications on mine but if it rains I tend to ride my Ninbont One E+. Also that is a very nice mudguard you have!

[@isthereanyfood]

@@AlienRides Yeah I was thinking the same that probably the power buttons is the most vulnerable point. A little bit of tape sounds like a good idea! Thanks!

[@SuperSport1966]

Who says water and electricity don’t mix. And what kind of freak recommends peeing to keep warm? 🤣🤣🤣

[@AlienRides]

I don't know who would say that, but he's my hero! I think it's an official recommendation now that it's in this video.

[@jackvolta3489]

As for that guy given himself a golden shower to keep warm, Hope that doesnt mean he keeps his back door open as well, that would need to be retitled: 1 guy, 1 cup, 1 EUC, Oh and streamers of toilet paper...lol

[@AlienRides]

😂🤮

[@TheRealAlpha2]

As I understand it, it's a long distance cycling thing. Like when you see them dump water on themselves, it helps hides the fact that they're doing it because they cant stop for a Bathroom break.

[@GodzillaGoesGaga]

Damn Scuba divers getting into new sports !!!!

[@ancientmeme5261]

Awesome video, if only there was some magic camera that shot 360 and wasn't effected by water droplets. Also so glad you didn't put any music over the ride, was perfect as is.

[@AlienRides]

Thanks! Maybe I'll try rain X, or invite some tiny wipers for the camera shell 😅 I do kind of like the effect of the water droplets for a little bit, but maybe one video with them is enough.

[@raykeogh1972]

That was a GREAT watch did not expect that, wish the thunder was waterproof, That was so smooth but and I mean but you where the guys ridding them so why where my thighs so TIRED watching you lot ? Never tried those How far did you go ? and at what speed ? the seem pretty fast, I am MAD but not even I would drive in the rain with cars so close, You all seem experience and great at what you do but it looks tiring . loved it WTG guys , Ray K UK YNWA.

[@AlienRides]

I will say that the EUCs can be a bit tiring to ride, but so much fun. I do think they are better in the rain compared to my scooters. Every vehicle has areas it excels at I suppose.

[@raylayante1097]

Awsome dude

[@ratchfordgeorge]

Very impressive

[@AlienRides]

They are awesome machines!

[@wojciechego6]

Are you sure about the water resistance of the GOTWAY MSX?

[@AlienRides]

Yeah, I've had lots of friends ride the MSX in heavy rain. I do recommend taping the power button though. :alienRides:

[@AmrothPalantir]

a poncho and some wellies should do just fine in the rain...

[@AlienRides]

For sure, those both sound super useful in the rain. Thanks for the tip.

[@skorpiolovesmith]

Yes sir!

[@tv-tl4ll]

Very nice !! 360°camera?

[@AlienRides]

Yes, exactly, 360 degree camera. I’m currently shooting on the rylo.

[@age_of_reason]

How did you get your selfie stick to disappear?

[@AlienRides]

Age of Reason they disappear with most 360 degree cameras if mounted correctly, just vertically straight.

[@jaydr0id568]

My new onewheel died 2 days ago from rain water. Edit. Just wet pavement and a few puddles.

[@AlienRides]

Oh dang, usually onewheels can take quite a beating. Maybe it's covered under warranty? 👽🖖

[@jaydr0id568]

@@AlienRides it definitely won’t. Ask anyone. 33 days and it died.

[@raylayante1097]

Like ebike but i think the manufacture should upgrade there ebike for water resistant

[@AlienRides]

I think there are some, but still not a lot of electric vehicles are capable of riding in the rain. Hopefully we see more that are in the future.

[@stanc521212]

which one do you like better? EUC or thunder? im planning to get KS18XL

[@icebreaka1969]

With a slippery surface and a wet rider equal to fun ride.

[@AlienRides]

Conditions don't matter, riding is always fun to me!

[@icebreaka1969]

@@AlienRides hey buddy, May I ask you a question about the KingSong S18, Do you think I can ride it in Rain? Because I am going to Use it as my daily commute EUC, any recommendation for areas that I have to watch out for water gets into my S18? any info helps. thanks.

[@AlienRides]

@@icebreaka1969 I think the s18 specifically could use a lot more waterproofing before riding in the rain. You’d want to use a lot of silicone around ingress and batteries. Doable but you’d need to do some work.

[@buder5116]

do electric scooter count ? hehehe jk aside where to find rain proof gear xD i kinda want to ride my Escooter to work even on rain and im water proofing the scooter

[@AlienRides]

Some scooters are fully waterproof like the Boosted Rev, Emove Cruiser, and new Wepeds. Your best bet is waterproof motorcycle gear probably. Good luck with your waterproofing, doesn't seem easy!

[@buder5116]

@@AlienRides wanna see what i did with it so far ? xD

[@AlienRides]

@@buder5116 Sure! Feel free to shoot me some pics on instagram or something, @alienrides

[@buder5116]

@@AlienRides tried to send it no clues if it worked i never used instangram before

[@noelleonard2498]

That wheel was full of water I'm sure lol

[@pottacoola]

gotway msupers are not waterproof so id double check inside, iv used a rubber seal on mine like on euc guys video. and for some reason gotway screwed the mainboard through the plastic on the msuperx and you can see the screws stick out when you look through the wheel from front or back, they will eventually rust. i ride motorbikes and a motorbike helmet will be drier but you have to wipe the visor every other minute.

[@AlienRides]

Yeah, it seems like gotway is very inconsistent, some have the screws sticking out, some don't. Definitely a good idea to add more seals if you can, but I haven't had any problems yet. How do you wipe your motorbike helmet? Do you have a special glove or anything?

[@pottacoola]

@@AlienRides I was thinking of using rubber washers on the screws or guming the tip of them with rubber but its the pain of removing everything. Mainly i just wipe with my glove lol is annoying on long rides but i do have them gloves with a rubber blade to wipe the visor and its ok but i got a cheap pair and the blade is like plastic almost so too hard to act like a real wiper blade. you could buy a cheap wiper blade and cut it and stick it on your thumb that would be a better idea. im thinking of doing this and replace the plastic blade for the rubber one.

[@DivinityIsPurity]

Pee while riding huh?, I'm getting myself a unicycle!!

[@AlienRides]

😂 Well there's a lot of other very fun uses for it, but I hope you enjoy it if you get one!

[@shinobieuc]

Im the only one in my state that rides when it rain or snow.

[@AlienRides]

That's hardcore! 👽🖖

[@LIFEINSPEED]

Awesome bro you covered every thing here, put some nice music itll be much i interesting to watch

[@AlienRides]

Mike Angels thanks for the feedback!

[@IjiModo]

Is this a private video? I found it on Reddit and it’s got nowhere near the view count of your other vids.

[@AlienRides]

Yes, you found a secret ;-) I posted it a day early to see if I would get any feedback, but will be releasing it publicly tomorrow.

[@IjiModo]

Alien Rides well here’s your feedback! I love the intro music and text effect. The footage is great also. 👌 I do think that more visuals outside of just the footage playing and occasional text could make your points more entertaining to listen to. Also plugging subscribing/liking/patreon so early in the video is a big turn off. Do it after you sell people on your quality.

[@AlienRides]

@@IjiModo Thank you for that! Will definitely improve for future videos. 😀

[@IjiModo]

Alien Rides I don’t doubt it! I think you’re doing great here and only see you improving.

[@DigiDriftZone]

What wheel is that?

[@AlienRides]

In this video I was riding a Gotway MSuper v3. Older model, but still runs great :)

[@jackvolta3489]

One other thing Ive learned from watching other videos, is as great as the MSX performs, it has crappy water proofing! Dont pee on me would be a great sticker for the MSX in your circle of friends...lol

[@jackvolta3489]

@@AlienRides yes I did see that Matt a.k.a EUC GUY water proofed his MSX with silicone Looks like alot of work, I think it better to cut out your own gaskets either with cork or rubber because wouldnt silicone tend to stick to the joining pcs I mean would you need to re-apply everytime you did work on the inside of an EUC, or would you be good to go once the silicone has cured 😕?

[@AlienRides]

Jack Volta yeah, not sure I imagine you would need to reapply, seems like a lot of work!

[@GodzillaGoesGaga]

@Jack, with silicone sealant you can make a gasket and let it dry/cure before closing up (ie one side is bedded and the other is proud). In essence you have now made a gasket that's an exact fit with a compression fit. Just put a small amount of oil on top of the gasket and it won't stick to the other surface. You can also use dielectric grease or Vaseline around the periphery of connectors to keep moisture out but make sure you don't get this on the metal conductors (pin/socket).

[@taichiwinchester1102]

I want to get a Kingsong 18XL, it doesn't seem to be waterproof at all. Ninebot Z10 has an IP rating but it's not as attractive and the battery is smaller.

[@AlienRides]

I don't know much about the KS 18XL waterproofing at all, but sad if you can't ride it in the rain :( I wish all manufacturers would start giving out IP ratings for their wheels.

[@septic357]

@@AlienRides today nothing has changed even with the new v11 and s18 wheels

[@AlexeiDanilov]

0:32 what camera do you use? Can you give me it’s name or link? Hi from Russia 🇷🇺 :)

[@AlienRides]

Hello, for these kinds of videos I use the Rylo 360 degree camera, you can find it here: amzn.to/2IPFYXS Safe riding!

[@60viking]

Hows the wet traction.

[@AlienRides]

It's totally doable, but you just need to avoid sharp turns and some surfaces that will become more slippery. I ride in the rain all the time.

[@EuskadiJoloMas]

You should check out the Vessi waterproof shoes, I don't have them yet but they look legit. Lots of reviewers on KZbin testing them out. I just bought Marmot Precip rain pants and an Outdoor Research Bolin jacket for cheap from REI Outlet. Tested them out on a 45 min rain ride plus 30 min walk and stayed totally dry. I gotta get the waterproof shoes though and waterproof socks, (Seal Skinz) or maybe a pair of gaiters cuz I hate the wet feet! There are also lots of videos how to waterproof shoes with wax, (candle, bees, parafin, etc).

[@AlienRides]

Awesome, thanks for the leads on waterproof gear!

[@Kamikazekman]

Just got caught in the rain for the first time on my wheel hence discovering this vid. Is it me or have really trimmed up since making this video??? And no to the peeing too! haha

[@AlienRides]

Haha yeah this is an older video and most wheels will do ok in the rain. Some might require some tape or additional waterproofing. I slimmed up a little bit since this video, needed that range.

[@JuanMoreno-mu5ru]

pufff dangerous thing I´ve ever seen...the first thing I red in the manual is-DO NOT USE IT IN WET-

[@AlienRides]

Juan Moreno oops, I never read the manual! 😅 I’m sure the companies want to limit their liability, and I’m sure rain has broken wheels in the past for sure.

[@newbbietrader9918]

Alien Rides I would still consider that way dangerous

[@JuanMoreno-mu5ru]

@@AlienRides and legs tho for sure hehe

[@tiaguerra7002]

My,no