Goodbye, Boosted. Boosted Boards is going out of business.

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Sam Sheffer

Sam Sheffer

Күн бұрын

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@ENDESGA
@ENDESGA 4 жыл бұрын
*Who else thinks Elon Musk should save the company?*
@files5039
@files5039 4 жыл бұрын
Not possible. The problem is with trade
@apple-dad
@apple-dad 4 жыл бұрын
And making them in USA
@nikhilchakka
@nikhilchakka 4 жыл бұрын
@@files5039 Tesla or Elon musk himself could infuse the company with cash the issue is there cash flow. If it's still a good business excluding this issue someone like musk or Tesla or even a hedge fund could infuse the business with some cash flow that will let them ride out this bump. And boosters have a high brand value and and loyalty. And before this trade war affect they were having a pretty high margin. They are the gold standard of the electric skateboard and that brings a lot of value to investors. And and if you read the blog post it seems like that's their plan.
@files5039
@files5039 4 жыл бұрын
@@nikhilchakka Agree
@tommy97luu
@tommy97luu 4 жыл бұрын
OMG WHAT IF
@surfmonster2323
@surfmonster2323 4 жыл бұрын
If Boosted can’t keep a business together after all the “Free” advertising from Casey, You, & Everyone else. Then they have other issues.
@JohnKlinger
@JohnKlinger 4 жыл бұрын
surfmonster2323 None of this advertising is free my man. It’s a pay to play game out there.
@surfmonster2323
@surfmonster2323 4 жыл бұрын
John Klinger Hence the “Free”👈
@JDYTC
@JDYTC 4 жыл бұрын
Also, don’t underestimate the destructive power of governments. In my country the Netherlands an electric skateboard is illegal and will be confiscated. With kind libertarian regards from Amsterdam
@mopedastyle8843
@mopedastyle8843 4 жыл бұрын
JD same in Germany. My bb was confiscated by the police and later given back with the notice that if it will happen again - I might be charged a big sum.
@soanonso
@soanonso 4 жыл бұрын
He literally explained the other issues on the video. You didn't even watch it did you?
@jamesc2388
@jamesc2388 4 жыл бұрын
They were way too expensive imo.
@shvkap
@shvkap 4 жыл бұрын
That wasn't the thing that killed them. They were a startup shop.
@BackToBackSWE
@BackToBackSWE 4 жыл бұрын
nah
@david-ns3er
@david-ns3er 4 жыл бұрын
Hopefully they’re cheaper now
@Cars-N-Jets
@Cars-N-Jets 4 жыл бұрын
James C Your not wrong
@TheZombiecowmeat
@TheZombiecowmeat 4 жыл бұрын
I dunno, kind of agree. I've always wanted one, but never felt like shelling out 1500 was worth it.
@samsheffer
@samsheffer 4 жыл бұрын
i know, pretty terrible timing with my buying guide still grasping that this is the reality we live in
@mitchellbarnow1709
@mitchellbarnow1709 4 жыл бұрын
Sam Sheffer “Trade wars are easy to win”
@lyndonmaher
@lyndonmaher 4 жыл бұрын
Maybe a good time for boosted alternatives buying guide ?
@byPercy
@byPercy 4 жыл бұрын
@@lyndonmaher YES , YES !!
@M.WinklerProductions
@M.WinklerProductions 4 жыл бұрын
Damn this sucks. Ive been drooling over boosted ever since i first saw em on youtube
@acidkhmer
@acidkhmer 4 жыл бұрын
Stupid Yahoo cash grab CEO have one more vctim in his graveyard! A guy with zero Passion, zero knowledge in EV, selling stuff like patatoes! All is going since shit so ce the departure of Sanjay. What a mess
@tin4452
@tin4452 4 жыл бұрын
So sad to see such a genuine company go out of business
@shvkap
@shvkap 4 жыл бұрын
It was such a good community too. Hurts a lot
@tin4452
@tin4452 4 жыл бұрын
WeeStrom CO Guy you know why they failed right. It’s not an issue with California
@tin4452
@tin4452 4 жыл бұрын
WeeStrom CO Guy Some companies survive there so there was a problem with managing the money spent on material(shipping). Most of those that survive don’t have near enough brand recognition as boosted.
@tin4452
@tin4452 4 жыл бұрын
Also a $250 profit margin seems fair and for the customer support I heard it was exceptional, there is also a big community of boosted fans so the bigger issues are real relatively simple to locate and fix
@tin4452
@tin4452 4 жыл бұрын
WeeStrom CO Guy do some research like I did pretty easy info to get. It’s about $750 per board materials and manufacturing so $250 per board minus pay and all other tax business I’m not from the US so idk what exactly you have to tax
@dausthrowaway4349
@dausthrowaway4349 4 жыл бұрын
ahh yes the classic "walk to chair and let out big sigh" youtuber trope
@dadocta8355
@dadocta8355 4 жыл бұрын
throwaway acc Lol.
@gabefilomena6120
@gabefilomena6120 4 жыл бұрын
As a creator I do this too
@junn805
@junn805 4 жыл бұрын
@@gabefilomena6120 stop that its annoying
@gabefilomena6120
@gabefilomena6120 4 жыл бұрын
@@junn805 I do edit them out
@Ricardhin0
@Ricardhin0 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha
@heresbutler
@heresbutler 4 жыл бұрын
Casey neistat:prefers super 73 Boosted board: i am too weak without you
@Capottv
@Capottv 4 жыл бұрын
I think he went to super 73 because boosted quit sponsoring him, most likely because of this financial crisis
@bzzi
@bzzi 4 жыл бұрын
Besides, bikes are better in LA, for the longer distances.
@netposerx
@netposerx 4 жыл бұрын
Blaming tariffs is BS. Ebikes are killing eskateboards and escooters. You can get a decent ebike for just under $1K and nice ones, of course, for more. They have better range, much safer, more ppl can ride a bike than a skateboard and so on.
@grantcary
@grantcary 4 жыл бұрын
Maybe Super 73 could buy Boosted?
@QueLoKevin
@QueLoKevin 4 жыл бұрын
net poser ✋🏼 describes why I bought an electric bike. I was heavily considering the boosted board, but I can't ride a skateboard for shit let alone a fast electronic one. However I can ride a bike no problem. I ordered my bike for $600, cheaper than boosted. And also the speed and range are better than an electric skateboard. Electric skateboards definitely have it's place with its more convenient smaller size. But for actual commuting, bikes will always be where it's at.
@MattBauerly
@MattBauerly 4 жыл бұрын
I totally bought a boosted board because of your enthusiasm for them. One of my all-time favorite puchases. Thanks, Sam.
@tylerbenton4495
@tylerbenton4495 4 жыл бұрын
wow. im devastated. literally just got my board like a month ago its the most fun i ever had.
@JohnMoser66
@JohnMoser66 4 жыл бұрын
I bought my Boosted Plus last year and the Rev Scooter just before supplies ran out. Like you, it's the most fun ever. The first time I rode my longboard I couldn't stop smiling. I'm 53 and I felt like I was 12 again. Truly sad news.
@FrankDiNardi
@FrankDiNardi 4 жыл бұрын
Me too. Scared to death it’s gonna break now
@boramiNYC
@boramiNYC 4 жыл бұрын
That's all it matters. You enjoy as long as you can and there'll be next best thing.
@ShadrikEaston
@ShadrikEaston 4 жыл бұрын
@@FrankDiNardi Boosteds have good repairability ;) If it dies, you'll be able to make it work again im sure. components are fairly standard from what I've seen.
@CampbellHoldMyBread
@CampbellHoldMyBread 4 жыл бұрын
Just rode the commute on my stealth to see what it’ll look like when I move into an apt next year for college.. and then got this notification. Unbelievable...
@djbloo8996
@djbloo8996 4 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy I have an extra kit but lowkey sad I wont by able to buy a new 3.0 :(
@therealestmc85
@therealestmc85 4 жыл бұрын
There are better boards out there.
@julianrosalesniles2335
@julianrosalesniles2335 4 жыл бұрын
No more warranty ...
@nilsstrunk351
@nilsstrunk351 4 жыл бұрын
Boosted revolutionized the last mile vehicle industry. I’m sure they’re going to rise back up!
@shvkap
@shvkap 4 жыл бұрын
Hopefully someone picks them up and invests a lot into them instead of making them a cheap eskate manfacturer
@scoot5642
@scoot5642 4 жыл бұрын
Shiv but then thing is, they are extremely overpriced for what it is. if you mean “cheap” for price, then your reply is dumb. but if you mean quality cheap, then i agree. no one want to see boosted board as a low quality board
@CoderShare
@CoderShare 4 жыл бұрын
Hey shoes are an amazing last mile vehicle. Try em.
@TSVPLIN
@TSVPLIN 4 жыл бұрын
CoderShare hey real life is awesome. try it
@BayaerialsProductions
@BayaerialsProductions 4 жыл бұрын
There to expensive. They can't compete anymore
@Warrantti
@Warrantti 4 жыл бұрын
Sad to see them go. Mistakes that boosted made... 1. They got distracted from their core business and created electric scooter. 2. They failed to upgrade they product regularly to stay ahead of competition. 3. They did not use great time tested skate hardware on their latest boards. (Boosted stealth had no load deck, no caliber trucks or no orangatang wheels. It was overall worse board than boosted v2)
@Samosayummyyay
@Samosayummyyay 4 жыл бұрын
And the USA just added +25% tax for Chinese-import and Boosted-parts are all 100% Chinese. Look at Apple, they too have the same issue as they too have close to 100% Chinese-parts.
@Warrantti
@Warrantti 4 жыл бұрын
@@Samosayummyyay Good point. That was a external factor that also contributed to their failure.
@escoofimpakt
@escoofimpakt 4 жыл бұрын
@@Samosayummyyay difference is apple had the billions of dollars to move almost all manufacturing to India and Singapore... Boosted and dozens of other companies can't afford to do that Trump's bullshit tariffs killed American businesses
@ChrisZ901
@ChrisZ901 4 жыл бұрын
@@escoofimpakt well, Foxconn's made in India plan apparently failed. So I guess we won't be seeing made in India iPhones any time soon
@Handstr
@Handstr 4 жыл бұрын
I own both a stealth and a 2nd gen board and both of them are extremely high quality with clocked 10000+km on both. I would say that the stealth is definetly not worse by any recognisable margin.
@KWmedia_
@KWmedia_ 4 жыл бұрын
I’ve had a boosted for 1,100miles and this is so sad
@diangelojackson976
@diangelojackson976 4 жыл бұрын
teddyk43 true dat
@permawheelie
@permawheelie 4 жыл бұрын
~2,600 here, just as sad
@7r4iL3r
@7r4iL3r 4 жыл бұрын
never understand why muricans use "," you got a weird system. is 1.5 one and a half? lul. yards cups feet.. its senseless complicated. the metric system is much easier
@Evan-ve5yj
@Evan-ve5yj 4 жыл бұрын
Raoul Duke damn bro you’re so cool using metric (and before you say anything I’m not American)
@7r4iL3r
@7r4iL3r 4 жыл бұрын
@@Evan-ve5yj yea right im the coolness in person. wtf you talking? did i talked to you? its a fact that imperial system is confusing...
@NateOBrien
@NateOBrien 4 жыл бұрын
Shedding a tear... RIP Boosted 2012-2020
@JesseDriftwood
@JesseDriftwood 4 жыл бұрын
Such a bummer to hear, I hope someday they re-emerge in some way.
@crtsbls
@crtsbls 4 жыл бұрын
To the company who got me into e-skate, whose products I swear by and use everyday, and the only business I'm genuinely passionate about, thanks for the ride (literally). You've changed my life.
@fullselfcontrol
@fullselfcontrol 4 жыл бұрын
What, how on earth could this happen? And I was currently saving up for a boosted board :(. To me, it sounds like it was a bad combination of many unfortunate events and probably some internal complications in addition to that. Just sad to see a quality company disappear, I deeply hope that they somehow come back and release more excellent products.
@thomasw8499
@thomasw8499 4 жыл бұрын
GOD if your interested Meepo board offers great boards that are better than boosted in most cases but I’m still very sad that boosted is going out of business they brought great competition to the electric skateboard market Rip
@braydenbrelnan626
@braydenbrelnan626 4 жыл бұрын
You could look into Evolve skateboards also
@fullselfcontrol
@fullselfcontrol 4 жыл бұрын
@@thomasw8499 Yeah they have great boards too, thanks for telling me :)
@fullselfcontrol
@fullselfcontrol 4 жыл бұрын
@@braydenbrelnan626 Thanks man!
@gghdjekrkk7711
@gghdjekrkk7711 4 жыл бұрын
Just get an evolve gtr
@MikeScioliYouTube
@MikeScioliYouTube 4 жыл бұрын
* sad Boosted motor noises *
@MikeJobsonUK
@MikeJobsonUK 4 жыл бұрын
Come on Elon! Save our boards!
@tomschmidt7565
@tomschmidt7565 4 жыл бұрын
Mike Jobson Actually not that bad of an idea. Many car manufacturers are getting into micro mobility
@zachraymond3338
@zachraymond3338 4 жыл бұрын
Mike Jobson yesssssss
@mchase4
@mchase4 4 жыл бұрын
They shouldn’t be blaming it on tariff’s. The most promoted electric board online. The most free advertising from influencers. There was definitely more going on in the company that led to this.
@MatthewDzubak
@MatthewDzubak 4 жыл бұрын
Dang! I was hoping to get one to get around my city when I head to University. Can you make a video on any really reliable alternatives?
@aaronuuu
@aaronuuu 4 жыл бұрын
Matt Dzubak Exway flex 💪🏼
@OFBlackPaperWings
@OFBlackPaperWings 4 жыл бұрын
Same here. 😞
@sleeth11
@sleeth11 4 жыл бұрын
Boosted will still be around a while and their used market might even drop in price due to lack of warranty support. It’s a risk, but given the wide amount of parts on the market, it’s worth taking a look.
@bayo2001
@bayo2001 4 жыл бұрын
Evolve gt bro
@marshallbarrington6005
@marshallbarrington6005 4 жыл бұрын
Matt Dzubak check out evolve low key they are better
@georgepoulos
@georgepoulos 4 жыл бұрын
This is very sad. The Boosted Mini X is an incredibly high quality product and has changed the way I interact with NYC. :’(
@JonReyesNYC
@JonReyesNYC 4 жыл бұрын
So sad to hear. This is my #1 means of transportation in this city. RIP
@willcarmack
@willcarmack 4 жыл бұрын
Wow.. I’ve ridden boosted since I was freshmen in college 5 years ago! It changed my life and saved me so much money because of how expensive it was to park on campus. I always bragged I don’t pay for a parking spot and can actually ride my vehicle straight to class... will forever be grateful to boosted for how streamlined it made my life
@MatthewAlbrecht548
@MatthewAlbrecht548 4 жыл бұрын
I just bought a stealth three days ago and it shipped today I guess I got it just in time
@shvkap
@shvkap 4 жыл бұрын
Imma try coppin the plus from filipacchi. Only 5 total boosted's left there
@joeyhaley7800
@joeyhaley7800 4 жыл бұрын
I bought a board I hope mine ships!!
@crowntimber1
@crowntimber1 4 жыл бұрын
I would try to cancel it. It's not that the boards arnt great but if your paying that much money with no chance of repairs or getting a new battery cause no warranty I'd think twice.
@zachraymond3338
@zachraymond3338 4 жыл бұрын
Matthew Albrecht bruh. ur luck is on point
@matt009817
@matt009817 4 жыл бұрын
Never enjoyed a company more. They helped me with my board numerous times & I’ve always felt safe riding. Just shredded home tonight in NYC. Sad to hear; hope they come under new ownership
@xCodeh
@xCodeh 4 жыл бұрын
This makes me genuinely sad. I look forward all winter to riding my board. I really hope they turn around
@abekislevitz
@abekislevitz 4 жыл бұрын
So bummed! Glad I got to take a ride around the studio with you and the crew!!
@LeBeautiful
@LeBeautiful 4 жыл бұрын
ALREADY???? how many years have they lasted, that's way too fast man!
@shvkap
@shvkap 4 жыл бұрын
9 years.
@Zeurgthegreat
@Zeurgthegreat 3 жыл бұрын
Are they back? Their website shows a bunch of stuff in stock
@BadMannerKorea
@BadMannerKorea 2 жыл бұрын
They’re not the same company. Their FAQ even says so and they basically say products bought before aren’t covered under warranty.
@tobias3581
@tobias3581 4 жыл бұрын
Hard to imagine. Their stuff was so often out of stock. High prices, but quality. Thought it was a great running business. Makes you wonder how they spent their money.
@theuglydoode
@theuglydoode 4 жыл бұрын
Tobias Goulden Schultz that’s why it’s out of stock. Not being manufactured anymore.
@TheLifeofRon
@TheLifeofRon 4 жыл бұрын
Should I buy one right now.. I’m actually learning to ride a skateboard just to buy a boosted....
@Richiebxrry
@Richiebxrry 4 жыл бұрын
I literally just received my boosted stealth last week.
@joshg624
@joshg624 4 жыл бұрын
Mines one month . Wonder if support teams still replace parts
@bbeeaarrr
@bbeeaarrr 4 жыл бұрын
Sad day indeed. And seeing clips of you and Caseys old vlogs makes me want to go back and rewatch.
@evelynbrown2193
@evelynbrown2193 4 жыл бұрын
I ordered my boosted board on Sunday before everything went out of stock. I hope I still get it
@crod4292
@crod4292 4 жыл бұрын
Honestly I’d reach out to the credit card company and get that back before it is too late.
@brandontien4922
@brandontien4922 4 жыл бұрын
@@crod4292 really? i ordered a mini x on 3rd march as well.
@evelynbrown2193
@evelynbrown2193 4 жыл бұрын
I mean I’d still like to get the board. I just hope it ships
@crod4292
@crod4292 4 жыл бұрын
I personally would not count on it coming. People are unsure if they will even get their own board back from repairs...
@crod4292
@crod4292 4 жыл бұрын
I personally would worry and at this point look elsewhere for a board. It’s sad; I love my multiple boosted boards. But CS has been really bad lately, I know people who were laid off, and I just don’t know the board you paid for will ever come.
@androidTitan91
@androidTitan91 4 жыл бұрын
Well this sucks. Loved their product. P.S. Oh snap man, think we went to FTHS together. Glad to see you doing well bro!
@gregorypatzelt6964
@gregorypatzelt6964 4 жыл бұрын
I never thought I'd see this. I'm now afraid to ride my board due to the fact of it breaking. I think boosted was foolish for never releasing better priced products or lowering their prices on current products. The competition was constantly releasing lower priced products with better stats. Considering most people buying these are saving up for them, they are gonna go with a better spec'd board at 1/3 of the price. With a fast growing and always changing market, boosted needed to come out with more products, at a better price (or lower pricing). I love my boosted to death, but the specs just aren't there to justify the prices. The performance is lovely and it's smooth, honestly one of the best boards, but for the money..... Idk. For $500 you can get a board that's nearly as smooth, with double the range, and higher top speed. I guess the customer service doesn't matter at this point when they are out of business....
@samlacey3087
@samlacey3087 4 жыл бұрын
If it breaks there is off brand parts that aren’t bad
@ncrtrooper2361
@ncrtrooper2361 4 жыл бұрын
I know it’s 5 months later, but is boosted still doing ok? I noticed the stealth and mini x are still available and right now I’m wondering if I should keep saving for a mini x or just look for another board. And if so I don’t know where to start, anyone have any suggestions?
@franklyerlool3554
@franklyerlool3554 4 жыл бұрын
I really like boosted as a company and they’re product seems amazing. I just do not have 1,500 dollars to spare and I doubt that I ever will in the near future.
@AmateurInvestments
@AmateurInvestments 4 жыл бұрын
Hey guys I just ordered mine for 1,600$ two days ago it said Friday and now it’s showing up Thursday. They are back.
@TristanErvin
@TristanErvin 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah this came out of left field. Didn’t expect such a well respected and established company like Boosted to tank under those circumstances. Damn.
@RobbieBackpacking
@RobbieBackpacking 4 жыл бұрын
I totally hear you on not needing a subway card after buying a boosted board. I would ride it everywhere!
@Maleick
@Maleick 4 жыл бұрын
“Once I got my check ... I WAS GONE!” - uncle elroy
@gamefoorum
@gamefoorum 4 жыл бұрын
Three key factors IMO 1. There was no organic growth , investors wanted big money very quickly 2. Price & China market making very good alternatives for way less 3. Laws in countries, police suspecting boards and all the bans ( this is probably the biggest one )
@movieman925
@movieman925 4 жыл бұрын
i always wanted a boosted and now i cant get one 😭😭😭
@pauldodds6271
@pauldodds6271 4 жыл бұрын
Due to some health complications it took me a while to get my license (without going to deep) and I have it now at 19, but until then, my stealth was my literal daily driver in STL to and from work and pretty much anywhere I wanted to go without a ride, and it worked flawlessly. R.I.P. Boosted :(
@JayLato
@JayLato 4 жыл бұрын
10k miles strong 💪🏽, 6k of those on 1 board that’s still kicking. Just so happens to be the board I just sent out for a firmware update. 😬
@alexl9700
@alexl9700 4 жыл бұрын
Can't you do firmware update on your phone?
@jordanalexander
@jordanalexander 4 жыл бұрын
I got an Inboard M1 after your video and the same thing happened to them. That thing has been my favorite purchase of all time. So sad to see these companies not flourishing.
@MacGyver1908
@MacGyver1908 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Elon, I know you are watching 🤪 Help Boosted!
@zachraymond3338
@zachraymond3338 4 жыл бұрын
YESSSS
@uhhhhJD
@uhhhhJD 4 жыл бұрын
Someone should compile a list of replacement parts because we will have to DIY the fixes from now on
@ChristopherJohnDono
@ChristopherJohnDono 4 жыл бұрын
Already happening on reddit.
@DoubleO7-11
@DoubleO7-11 4 жыл бұрын
So sad... these guys should be applauded for REVOLUTIONIZING electric personal transportation!! 🙌
@nicolagra1
@nicolagra1 4 жыл бұрын
I live in Italy, I still remember when I saw the boosted board for the first time ... it was love at first sight. I still remember the email sent to me by the assistance, saying that I was the eleventh customer in Italy (I was very proud). Today I learned of the closure of the Boosted, I am experiencing a kind of personal mourning, I believed that they would have been a point of reference for years .... I hope that one day they will be able to return to the market stronger than before. Thanks Boosted folks you are the best!
@jonnham
@jonnham 4 жыл бұрын
Damn that’s sad to here. I’ve been rocking the 1st daul + since 2016. Honestly don’t think I would have bought another boosted tho. Evolve’s boards are just better in my opinion.
@vsong66
@vsong66 4 жыл бұрын
Bought a boosted stealth sent it back then switched to evolve never goin to another company!!! love my evolve gt... got a stripped screw tho cant repair anything till i get that out... suckkks!!
@iloverssomutch
@iloverssomutch 4 жыл бұрын
This fucking KILLS me. I've been with Boosted since the V1 as well (and have accumulated many scars over the years to show for it, hah), and it's completely changed the dynamic of getting around in daily life. On my board, nothing is a drag, I can't live without it. I've got a bunch of friends that ride Chinese boards, and I've found none of them are competition to Boosted, so I'll probably be sourcing the internet for parts if anything ever breaks on mine. 5k+ miles club, lets keep it going 🙋‍♂️
@yerpster
@yerpster 4 жыл бұрын
this one stings because boosted has such a awesome product, once my v2 boosted dies on me ill have to switch to one wheel.
@GarethDix
@GarethDix 4 жыл бұрын
I didn’t ride a boosted board (mainly for legal reasons in my country) but I believed in what they stood for and I’m fully aware that without them I probably would have never even considered, bought and used an eskate as my main transportation for commuting for the last two years. It’s a really sad day
@anthonyacetta1551
@anthonyacetta1551 4 жыл бұрын
Hate them or love them, this company was the darling of the electric skateboard industry.... who do we go to now?
@soheilray9280
@soheilray9280 4 жыл бұрын
china
@lampree
@lampree 4 жыл бұрын
Really sad to hear. Pretty insane that you can't even buy them anymore. But worst part is that unless they get bought, I can't get my board repaired if anything goes wrong and it turns into a dead weight. I was considering moving on to buying a Onewheel Pint, unless future motion is going to suffer the same fate...
@KeyserReveal
@KeyserReveal 4 жыл бұрын
Wait..what 🥺. I luv my stealth even more now.
@stressballer
@stressballer 4 жыл бұрын
I have a Boosted Rev on order. Should I wait and see if it arrives, or just cancel my order and get my money back?
@miguelmontano1909
@miguelmontano1909 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update Sam ☹️
@geocosmicvalentine
@geocosmicvalentine 4 жыл бұрын
When I bought my Mini-X last year, I'd go back and forth being happy about the purchase and then thinking that I couldn't really afford it and berate myself for being irresponsible. NOW!! I'm so frickin' glad I have it. I haven't been able to ride it as much as I wanted because of a health issue, but now I'm much better and my board is still like brand new. Thank God I bought this slice of heaven. It's LITERALLY a slice of heaven. Someone would be smart to pick up where this CEO let the ball drop. I also think it was the Scooter. Whenever I ride in NYC, I rarely see the Boosted Scooters but I see plenty of Boards. I hope they get back on their feet somehow, I'm more optimistic that they will.
@KentHeckel
@KentHeckel 4 жыл бұрын
RIP the goat
@KentHeckel
@KentHeckel 4 жыл бұрын
When I worked in SF their office was right next door. One day a bunch of guys invited me out and we went on a ride on the Embarcadero. So many kind people worked there and they were so cool about showing me around and showing me a good time. Love you boosted
@k3anu16
@k3anu16 4 жыл бұрын
wow. who knew a piece of tech would be such a big part of my life. Followed you and casey through your boosted journies and saved up enough money to get a v2 myself from becoming jealous of the fun you guys were having. I waited a good 9 months for that to come from the pre-order crap but when i got it, it was a dream. Eventually i got older and had to sell it for my car. it was fun while it lasted, hopefully i can work and buy a used one before they all go to waste.
@TheDavidTurk
@TheDavidTurk 4 жыл бұрын
Sam with the breaking news!!! RIP!!!
@L00KOUT
@L00KOUT 4 жыл бұрын
I own a boosted mini x. Like what’s the best option for motor replacements. I’ve seen wheel replacements for sale but no motors
@reallyjoewillyoutdoors
@reallyjoewillyoutdoors 4 жыл бұрын
Tesla (Elon) purchasing Boosted for fun
@robbiepfeiffer6498
@robbiepfeiffer6498 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, I’m shocked. I just bought a boosted board about a week ago. Been wanting one for a very long time. So thankful to be able to ride this board. Will ride it until it breaks, I love this company.
@nicee_guys
@nicee_guys 4 жыл бұрын
They are still in buisness. Trust me. Downsizing is natural.
@Roch10Family
@Roch10Family 4 жыл бұрын
This isn't downsizing
@GoSpringboksGo
@GoSpringboksGo 4 жыл бұрын
So, what alternatives are left now? Evolve Skateboards?
@aaronuuu
@aaronuuu 4 жыл бұрын
GoSpringboksGo Exway
@mrjonnyjones
@mrjonnyjones 4 жыл бұрын
GoSpringboksGo From a range and customer service standpoint, yeah, Evolve. Other than that there’s Lacroix, Kaly NYC, Exway, Backfire, Wowgo, Meepo, Ownboard, Slick Revolution, Trampa, OneWheel, to name just a few, and lots of sellers of DIY parts so you can make your own.
@iKnowReview
@iKnowReview 4 жыл бұрын
😔
@ZekesView
@ZekesView 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Super sucks. I’ve rode close to 1000 on my Rev and just opened a support ticket.
@reedmaier276
@reedmaier276 4 жыл бұрын
That’s kinda sad😥
@jaskirat1999
@jaskirat1999 4 жыл бұрын
I just lost my board charger! Can't buy a replacement. What do I do? :O
@tommy97luu
@tommy97luu 4 жыл бұрын
Sam Sheffer might be young Rene Ritchie
@samsheffer
@samsheffer 4 жыл бұрын
hehe
@tyleranthony6969
@tyleranthony6969 4 жыл бұрын
Damn, mine is getting repaired. Fingers crossed I get it back if not it will be a long process with my credit card.
@Marcus-xb7le
@Marcus-xb7le 4 жыл бұрын
Tariffs so that consumers will choose american products over Chinese, Result: American companies going out of business.
@lal5555f
@lal5555f 4 жыл бұрын
where are those jobs at now trump?
@old_house_1906
@old_house_1906 4 жыл бұрын
How many times have you fell?
@crtsbls
@crtsbls 4 жыл бұрын
Let's get Elon Musk to buy Boosted!!
@virgilwilliams2378
@virgilwilliams2378 4 жыл бұрын
I would say being to travel around New York in genral without having to give up 6 bucks to MTA is a breath of fresh air. I rode my bike from the Soundveiw section of the bronx to this park on the lower east side by The Williamsburg bridge last Summer.
@JoshPostVlogs
@JoshPostVlogs 4 жыл бұрын
Sad to see them go, but with so many competitors now, Boosted priced themselves out of the market. I recently bought a WowGo 3 and couldn't be happier. It was half the price of a Boosted Board and I can't see any quality differences compared to a Boosted. Electric boards will still be around, and they keep getting better and less expensive. Companies have to adapt. Plus, Boosted was a Silicon Valley startup with too many venture capitalists telling them what to do, too much overhead and office expenses to keep going.
@jakerice7278
@jakerice7278 4 жыл бұрын
What happens to our boards with existing warranty’s?
@thomyi
@thomyi 4 жыл бұрын
Sam, you were the reason I got mine. I still remember the well done videos you did for the Verge at CES or the hoverboard one. So thank you!
@lipton1cetea
@lipton1cetea 4 жыл бұрын
Will this effect the board by any means? I.e. not having new updates and so.
@TheGSoutherland
@TheGSoutherland 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, suddenly feeling incredibly lucky to have a sub 500 mile v2 and also feeling the need to go get as many replacement belts as I can.....thanks for the info Sam I had no clue.
@algyk
@algyk 3 жыл бұрын
So what is “the” electric board to buy now? A real cruiser with ⚡️
@timtaccc3679
@timtaccc3679 4 жыл бұрын
But how about when you need new belts? eventually they will get out of stock right?
@civicruisin
@civicruisin 4 жыл бұрын
I just got another battery from them two weeks ago. Now I'm worried, what happens when I break another belt? Cant order another, is it just a paperweight once I do?
@JohnMoser66
@JohnMoser66 4 жыл бұрын
I own a Boosted Plus & the Rev Scooter. This news saddens me because I loved their products & what they did to bring back the thrill of riding outdoors. I'm 53 & LOVE my longboard & scooter. I reside in San Francisco & my Boosted EV's are my mode of transport. I'm hoping they find a buyer that keeps the brand & product line from fading into history.
@AdventuresonZero
@AdventuresonZero 4 жыл бұрын
JUST got my board back from repair maybe 3 weeks ago!! Whew that was close!! Sucks for the company though.
@ct1200
@ct1200 4 жыл бұрын
Any word on OneWheel and how they are doing? I was actually planning to buy one of them this year, I’ve learned to stay off the bleeding edge over the years so I wait till at least ver3 of something to see if it get traction first
@MongoCreations
@MongoCreations 4 жыл бұрын
What can we boosted board owners do about the belts that we need to repair because of wear and tear?
@zombiecraft312
@zombiecraft312 4 жыл бұрын
Wow that's so sad to see Boosted going out of business. My first and only boosted board was the Boosted Mini S. Broke my wrist on it and had to sell it...but damn I still wanted to get another one day down the track.
@HarrisonZeiders
@HarrisonZeiders 4 жыл бұрын
Great coverage Sam. It's sad to see such a giant fall. Please keep us updated on how you fare as a regular user with maintenance, support, etc.
@zburhop
@zburhop 4 жыл бұрын
My boosted stealth comes in the mail today. Would you keep it or return it?
@gfarha5752
@gfarha5752 4 жыл бұрын
Hi! We got a boosted stealth in December we have put 130 miles on it… now it will not charge:( any suggestions???
@LAZYROLLING
@LAZYROLLING 4 жыл бұрын
You’ve got a lot of friends with the NYC Eboarding who has great knowledge to keep your Boostedboards to live for many years ✌️ cheers from Sweden 🇸🇪
@connectica45166
@connectica45166 4 жыл бұрын
So sad, I had Boosted 2018. Who will support hardware and equipment next?
@michaelmacisco2566
@michaelmacisco2566 4 жыл бұрын
Well dealer margin before freight is 25-30 percent depending on volume.
@nealbaron3384
@nealbaron3384 4 жыл бұрын
Now what’s the best electric skateboard?
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