The Onewheel GT: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

[@groMMit1981]

If my local bike / skate shops could upgrade and repair OneWheel I'd be ordering a GT right now, looks awesome!

[@MikeErickson]

Yeah, I think we're all hoping that FM figures something out for licensing repair centers. Relying on the mail system is a really silly way of doing things.

[@Cesar-cm4if]

If you get one remember to also get a proper helmet that passes the nta certification, like xnito or bern

[@DerekHoiem]

I don’t think it’s as big of a deal as most think. Given the scrutiny that FutureMotion is under, I understand their positioning. If right to repair is a must for you, then build one of the VESC units that people are showing you how to do here on KZbin. Costs less. And you can mod all you want.

[@Cadintentions]

Awesome video man, editing and pacing is great! The board looks like a blast, and that's nice they're sending parts but ya definitely doesn't seem like it should be wearing through that fast and the taking off on it's own is worrisome..

[@MikeErickson]

Thanks dude! Got my new bumpers this morning - balance is restored 🤣

[@cheesefries7436]

That ghosting thing should be a deal breaker for anyone. That's not acceptable.

[@carlallison6775]

helpful video. I just got my first board, and it's a GT. I love it.

[@MikeErickson]

Yeah, it's definitely one of my favourite things.

[@mattlloyd1848]

Nice video Mike! Great editing, great footage. Well done man

[@MikeErickson]

Thanks Matt! 👊

[@slimdog72]

Love hearing non-pro riders reviews. Also love seeing the Loops trails. Growing up there I know there would be tons of good trails to rip. I have not yet purchased the GT, might wait another year. I did just order an Enduo tire for my XR.

[@MikeErickson]

Nice, that tire looks dope! And yes, Kamloops trails are amazing onewheel trails!

[@Blox117]

damn these things are trash, get an euc

[@MikeErickson]

@@Blox117 let an EUC and a onewheel fall down the hill, it ain't the EUC that's going to still be rideable. EUCs are rad, but so are onewheels!

[@Blox117]

@@MikeErickson that's cause the EUC was doing 55mph and the onewheel 5mph LMAO

[@quantumtechcrypto7080]

Some guy made a bracket for an euc so you ride it like a onewheel. If FM dipped into EUC world they would bring a new paradigm to it perhaps. I have an XR and getting a V11 euc too. Two Different things so I’ll enjoy both. Now ce channel.

[@Sledge0077]

Great review, hope my rails don't break like that. I see you're kind of close, if you haven't been, Hornby Island has some wicked trails. I took my VNR Pint around the whole thing last summer, it was pretty epic. I'd like to do it again with my GT someday... it gets here on Friday. That trail from Tofino down to Uclulet is worthwhile too.

[@MikeErickson]

One of our favorite spots! Haven't been with the onewheel yet, but those bike trails are awesome - can't wait to go back!

[@ThatsGinterEV]

Great video and great review!! You had me with those sexy anamorphic shots, but I also agree with a lot of your breakdown. In the end, it's all about the stoke...stay positive and keep spreading good vibes! Subbed!

[@MikeErickson]

Thanks man! 👊

[@TIMEnayda]

Love te video!!! Thank you so much I am very hesitant because I live in Spain 🇪🇸 and if I need to service the Onewheel GT I need to ship it all the way to California…. Which is a huge expense

[@TIMEnayda]

It’s a bit of a similar thing as me wanting to get Segway P100 electric scooter and when I want it to get serviced by Segway I need to send it to Barcelona and back, which is approximately €800 / $880 without service costs and parts replaced

[@colinconklin7830]

Great video! Riding your GT for a minute got me more onboard with it and the review was great. I'm still holding off until get passed the Beta version and give the ability to mod more. Until then I'm looking forward to many trail rides with your GT and my CBXR to see how they compare.

[@MikeErickson]

Yeah man for sure - I think you'll still get more range but the GT has the edge with torque - but looking forward to riding with you to get a better idea of how they stack up!

[@jamiewhite1515]

Got 4 XR's and zero problems over 3 years.... Love Onewheel...

[@BWT599]

Would you consider a GT? I have an XR

[@kylesg123]

Thanks for the confidence to buy the pink bumper haha just ordered!

[@MikeErickson]

Right!? I was worried as well, but I think they look dope.

[@kylesg123]

@@MikeErickson Agreed! 🙌🏼

[@Nick-Nasty]

I like your take. I mostly like mine, but it has ghosted on me once, and i have a new footpad coming, but what's to say the new one will be better? Or not worse even for that matter? I want to like it, I'm trying to, but god the ghosting has just GOT to be fixed soon. On my pint i almost exclusively skid stop, and this has been a difficult transition for me. Not being able to stop my preferred and most comfortable way makes the whole ride a little stressful for me. I'm scared of situations where i NEED to hop off. I feel like my whole warranty is going to go by during a time of over careful riding for fear of ghosting. I don't know... It's just kinda crappy.

[@MikeErickson]

I agree it is a crappy thing to have to deal with - and frankly shouldn't happen. They rushed the GT to market and it shows. I've read that the new firmware has fixed the ghosting issue for many people - but even if it did, there's always that chance right! But when you're on the GT, there's no better feeling in the world - flow state on tap. I love the board, but understand the frustrations people have...

[@jdizzle6324]

@@MikeErickson Ummm......why dont we all just wear a leash? Problem solved?

[@Kevin-Schmevin]

I just got my first onewheel, went with a used XR. Couldn't be happier...

[@MikeErickson]

Nice! Welcome to my obsession! The XR is a good choice, you'll be able to keep it riding forever. Float on 🤘

[@judyfleming310]

Hi Mike. Thanks for the thoughtful review. I'm looking to get one. I just looks so smooth and flowing. Any advice when beach riding? What's your safety equipment?

[@MikeErickson]

Beaches are nice, but electronics don't mix well with salt water - definitely look into badgering the board before you get too close to the water (really easy for the gt, just a couple silicone dabs around the cable connections). As for safety, I have wrist guards and some padded shorts for trail riding, but usually just ride with a helmet.

[@tomlaney2484]

Heard you mention 15psi, I was under the impression they wanted 20 psi, so I've left it there, but on the rocky driveway, it is a rough son of a gun.... Going to drop to 15 this afternoon and give it a try!! Thanks

[@MikeErickson]

Yeah, it depends on your weight, but 20 is pretty high for this tire. I think you'll like it more at 15, but check back with me!

[@tomlaney2484]

@@MikeErickson Made a huge difference, actually a little easier to balance side to side at slower speed. Good call, thanks!

[@anthonyrutten4018]

Thanks bro!! I’ve been skating electric boards for a while n thinkin bout goin w the GT🤙🏼

[@MikeErickson]

Maybe you can try one out somewhere first? I'm sure you'll love it, but it's big investment.

[@anthonyrutten4018]

@@MikeErickson I’ve ridden a pint and liked it a lot! I think I’m gonna love the off road capabilities of the GT. Especially when they work the bugs out😊

[@tw0leftskis]

You have great service because of the video. For everyone else, as end users get replacement front pads would be a little more effort

[@MikeErickson]

Nope, this is definitely not true.

[@Nick-Nasty]

I'm a freaking nobody, and mines only ghosted once with no damage at all cuz i grabbed it, and no questions asked a new footpad is in the mail.

[@Ducatista749s]

I’m going to go pick one up in the morning. Hopefully I like riding a onewheel! Not sure if I’ll ever take one on my local mountain bike trails though

[@MikeErickson]

Did you pick one up?

[@jerrybailey2708]

Very informative video. Can I change my own tire, or is this something I need to get service for? I'v watched some videos about right to repair and that has me questioning regular maintenance.

[@MikeErickson]

Yes, you can change your own tire - future motion recently made their tires available for purchase from their website. The problem is because of the weird hub dimension (6.5in instead of 6.0in) there aren't any aftermarket manufacturers yet, which have generally offered better tire options for the boards. Keep a close watch on The Float Life for their Enduro prototype to cone out in the next few months here - should be a substantial upgrade once it drops.

[@Tactical_Taco]

@@MikeErickson if you’re looking for a softer compound TFL did drop the enduro for the GT. it’ll be tough to get your hands on but should be incredible. I love the actual profile of the stock tire but the compound is so hard that the board fights me on really hard turns and bucks on roots. my final upgrade I’m waiting on are lightning rails ⚡️

[@Kinghippi3]

Great video. How much is a top tier tire price tag?

[@MikeErickson]

Runs around $150 for XR - there are no after market tires for GT yet because of the 6.5" hub size is not a usual dimension

[@johanjotun1647]

700+ mi on stock pintX since this spring early summer, zero issues mostly field and dirt road miles.

[@MikeErickson]

Awesome Johan! Hopefully you've also fixed that cable issue with the PX? You're right around that range where issues start to happen if you haven't done the modification.

[@lukepauls8847]

Interesting that you ride apex on the trails... I find it amazing for pavement but not as nice off-road, that I typically use flow or highline for

[@MikeErickson]

Yeah, I just find that apex offers the most power to get through the rockies sections where it's hard to keep speed up. I only use flow for street riding - feels like longboarding!

[@RedForeman]

I rode my 3 year old daughters hover board a few days ago .. now I’m here 😂 this reminds me of the rip stick that I had years ago but “electrical”

[@MikeErickson]

It can have a ripstick type feel - especially when you're moving slow. But when you speed up its a lot more like snowboarding 🏂

[@johanjotun1647]

rip sticks were awsome, have you tried FreeSkates theyre wild but superchallenging on inclines most exorsise you will ever get.

[@Cyclulk]

Nice video! I want to buy my first OW and still don't know if I should buy an used XR or the GT... I like all the mods available for the XR and that's problem are fixable without having to send it back or risk of blocking the firmware..I am in Canada and don't want to send it back to the US for a tire change or a battery replacement.. On the other side, I am not someone who will ride at high speed and having the GT seems safer to me on the pushback side since it's activating only at higher speed + have a beep. I would also appreciate more torque..

[@MikeErickson]

If you're 180lb or above, get the gt, if under go with the XR. Also if you might use it as a camera dolly, get the XR

[@Cyclulk]

Ok thanks! I am 165lb so I will probably go with the XR for now!

[@fredzhang5212]

Hey thanks for the review. Well done! Appreciate sharing positive experiences/vibe among the increasingly negative attitude towards future motion. Mine will be shipped this Friday. Can’t wait!

[@MikeErickson]

Thanks Fred! Congrats on pulling the trigger, best move of your life!

[@knevil753]

im your same weight. honestly not a fan of the GT. only 11 miles in but i feel my XR handles the trails better. the treaded tire is way too hard . this board is as nimble as the pint. feel like my ankles are going to snap. hope my feelings change once the enduro comes in.

[@chrisdisch1995]

Have they fixed the bugs with the gt? Looking to get into the sport and liked the video and need to know if I'm getting a good board now that it's been out for awhile

[@MikeErickson]

Hey Chris. I feel for the most part things have stabilized. The only issue now is that the front sensor pad is way less sensitive so people are prone to false starts. A better issue than ghosting to be sure but sounds pretty annoying for folks that have to deal with it. Luckily the Float Life has designed an after-market fix (the sure start) that solves the issue if it's too annoying to live with. Unfortunately it involves opening the controller box which voids your warrantee.

[@chrisdisch1995]

@@MikeErickson if your a first time user and owner, would you suggest the gt or the pint x, the reason I'm thinking the gt is because I'm 6'2 and 200lbs and wear a size 13 shoe lol, any opinion helps thanks

[@MikeErickson]

@chrisdisch1995 definitely the gt - I'm 6'2", 200 lb and started with a pint, wanted an upgrade before the month was up. Don't get me wrong - there really isn't a wrong answer - any onewheel is a blast. But if you start with a pint, you'll eventually want a gt. I don't think the opposite of that is true.

[@bozire]

I put a CBXR mini battery into my XR. Over 30 miles per ride and the torque is UNREAL. I'm 180 lbs.

[@MikeErickson]

Sick. There's a few of those in our local onewheel group, nice ride for sure - but for heavier riders (200lb +) the gt is king. There's just more torque available. But that VESK controller unit for XRs looks promising. Basically unlocks the full board potential by eliminating all the safety features. Probably not for everyone, but could be great for the few!

[@TheOnlyOneStanding8079]

Like i ask all electric vehicles can it climb steep hills fast? Im 5'8 255 lbs

[@MikeErickson]

Not really, Onewheels aren't really great climbers - it maxes out around 20% grade and chugs along but not fast. You'd want a big euc for that - like the Kingsong S22 or the Veteran Sherman

[@bigwavedaveskate]

I’m 215 pounds. I find the XR struggles getting me on trails with my weight would you recommend saving up buying a GT or is the difference not enough?

[@ryanjohnson635]

Lose some weight. Haha jk. I’m 215 lbs also. And my board doesn’t get anywhere close to the range of my friend who’s maybe 165. How much range do you get on average on smooth surfaces ?

[@MetalFacedGamer]

How about links to things like the fender

[@zenu5344]

AHAHAHHA bikini fender!!!! Cabrio my bro its the name, I laugh the hell out of me ahahah

[@CrowGraystone]

Great video!

[@MikeErickson]

Thanks man 👊

[@deemontes7265]

Your rail guards are on slightly backwards lol

[@MikeErickson]

Damn!

[@Jd-zd6bh]

A perfect place to ride, a GT with no issue --- that is all you need in life, the float life. . . . . .

[@MikeErickson]

It's kind of true - nothing I would rather do.

[@MikeErickson]

#spoiled

[@captdanford3841]

Great video mate.iv subscribed.. can you please tell me..when you mentioned your latest ghosting..is that when you jump off it..i.e. quickly...or does it ghost whilst your on it..I use simple stop to reduce risk of it..thanks a lot 😜👍

[@MikeErickson]

It only seems to ghost when you jump off without using the heal lift - which funnily enough, includes falling off your board. Had it happen to me last week with the replacement footpads!

[@captdanford3841]

@@MikeErickson lol yes i see what you mean.. thanks buddy

[@DerekHoiem]

I have the newer GT and it works great.

[@MikeErickson]

Right on - is it your first onewheel?

[@DerekHoiem]

@@MikeErickson Yes. Bought it this summer, and I had no idea how much enjoyment it would bring me. It gets me outside and exploring my own city and I’ve found trail routes around that i didn’t even know existed. Rode about 200 miles thus far.

[@Tangeffect]

It feels like High line gave all the flow back to Flow after the update

[@MikeErickson]

I agree, I think flow is my favourite right now.

[@RickLeon7]

Hey man nice review.. I’m also having a blast with my GT, it’s an amazing board !! Love the sunglasses 🕶 do you mind tell me the brand and model Float on dude !!

[@MikeErickson]

Hey, thanks Rick! The sunglasses are honestly gas station specials - Scin 'bonkers' are what they're called. Thanks for the love! 👊

[@korling99]

How do you like the new firmware?

[@MikeErickson]

It's amazing - they reduced the pushback but made the warning beep into a constant tone in the pushback. I think it's the best upgrade we could have asked for - reduced pushback but still the increased safety. Plus flow is so dope now!!

[@stu7900]

And the tail drag issue should be much better!

[@MikeErickson]

@@stu7900 yeah, on those fast downhill pushback nightmare scenarios!

[@TheEVside]

Great vid

[@MikeErickson]

Thanks man! 👊

[@shadowmoon5445]

One wheel literally top trending atm lol it's all over my ad sense now🤨

[@MikeErickson]

Yeah, they've got their targeted ads pretty dialed over there at FM - I've had nothing but onewheel ads on my KZbin feed for 3 years 🤣

[@shadowmoon5445]

@@MikeErickson I'm in NZ and it only started 2 weeks ago when was chatting to other enthusiasts, I actually still have the XR but was just funny cos obviously our phones were listening to then push only one brand when the week before was chatting again about the GT etc lmao! Also cool channel btw.

[@MikeErickson]

@@shadowmoon5445 thanks man! 👊 Onewheeling in NZ must be a commitment, your shipping and surcharges really kick your ass in that part of the world 🌎

[@tedalen529]

Do these still ghost out?

[@MikeErickson]

Hasn't been an issue in a while, future motion updated the footpads to be less sensitive, which has it's own issues

[@dogbog99]

Subscribed

[@MikeErickson]

👊

[@justanotherfpv]

I feel your service is based on your subs numbers. Js I like this review and agree with 99%. I’m 40 and still bounce off the concrete every few months. Being in shape helps. What weight and height are you? I’m 6,1 and 190. you said the upgrade was for bigger riders. What’s bigger in your opinion?

[@MikeErickson]

Are you saying I get better service due to my massive subscriber count? Naw - I don't think I'm even a blip in the radar - I think I'm just less of an asshole with my correspondence than many folks seem to be. I'm 6'2 and 200lb - I would put you in the 'heavier' category that would benefit most from the GT. It's honestly a game charger as far as what becomes accessible.

[@justanotherfpv]

@@MikeErickson I bought a GT. Just waiting. Trying to get a better understanding of the board size and types of riders and ability’s and the limits. Thx! You might have a small following in comparison but somehow I found you 😉. From a company stand point it might be beneficial to support guys like you. Just a assumption. Seems tge company was and still is under heavy assault by tge community. I enjoyed your weed videos by the way

[@MikeErickson]

@@justanotherfpv cheers man, if I get just one free onewheel then all of my efforts will be worthwhile 🤣

[@chrisc790]

Is this pre or post update?

[@MikeErickson]

It's all pre-update - I considered adding a segment about how the pushback has been improved but it really doesn't change much for my particular riding style - apart from making flow my new favourite profile.

[@thepreferredpirate]

Glad to know that I haven't started one wheeling to late. You got 3 years on me in age so I'm confident I have at least 3 years of riding in me 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@MikeErickson]

And many more after that!

[@thepreferredpirate]

@@MikeErickson I sure hope so. I definitely don't bounce like I did in my 20's ha!

[@MikeErickson]

@@thepreferredpirate no doubt! I'm almost always sore!

[@punksurfer76]

couldnt buy one if i wanted too, they dont seem to be shipping outside of the US

[@MikeErickson]

I'm outside of the US - where do you live?

[@punksurfer76]

@@MikeErickson england

[@punksurfer76]

@@MikeErickson should of said outside the continental US lol

[@MikeErickson]

@@punksurfer76 I wonder why that is? There was someone from New Zealand talking about getting one on one of the Facebook pages? They don't make it easy to ride these things over there do they!

[@chromery]

I bought a Pint from the official website and got it sent to Europe, no problems (even with warranty, it got serviced twice free of charge) a part from the customs and legal warranty being only 1 year. That's why I'd suggest to buy from some European resellers that give you 2 years of warranty and no need to pay for the customs - although you guys are not in Europe anymore so I don't know how that works. I'd suggest to find a reseller in UK

[@TheHitman-]

Ill stick with my XR 😂

[@MikeErickson]

I still love my XR - still a more comfortable ride. I just wish it had more power!

[@flowsolo]

right to repair is the biggest deal breaker to me. so much so that when strangers ask me about my XR anymore I tell them the company who makes it is shady and It's currently not a great time to support them..

[@MikeErickson]

It's a bummer for sure. Hopefully this pressure they are getting will force them to change before my tire wears out! I don't want to send this board in just for a tire change!

[@flowsolo]

@@MikeErickson yes for sure! I just want to actually own my expensive toys and not have it feel like I'm buying into some sort of subscription

[@jsnthurst1]

Where are these trails that they allow you to ride an EV on them?

[@MikeErickson]

For the time being, where I live in Canada I can ride on any of the mountain bike trails throughout the city. That being said, I'm sure this will change when legislation catches up, but for now it's pretty open.

[@559Raider]

I wonder if FM would be so kind to us avg joes, or was their customer service only going out there way because of your large platform…

[@MikeErickson]

Dude, I am an average Joe! I'm just polite when I deal with customer service.

[@serge3463]

GT is so awesome

[@MikeErickson]

Agreed!

[@richscott2952]

It cost one wheel more $ for softer better ride tire , softer sides on board , the dollar store also sells hard plastic crap it’s cheaper for them ! Same as commercial mowers they too now come with harder tires , crap !

[@hiddenlawyer]

Really disappointing launch for sure. I have been tossing around the idea of getting a OW and after looking into them for the first time I see all of this crap happening. I am a bit surprised the bumpers wore out so quickly, I am guessing this is something that never happened with the XR? The XR seems like a tank, the GT looks like a fancy car you don't want to get scratched.

[@MikeErickson]

Only time will tell - but I don't ever grab my XR anymore

[@hiddenlawyer]

@@MikeErickson Funny thing, I ended up ordering one. The Pint X is a bit too small for me and I don't want to go through the hassle of buying a used XR in my area (pretty much non-existent). I figured owning one is better than not and by the time I get mine they will likely have worked out most of the kinks and the 3rd party market will be in a better place.

[@MikeErickson]

@@hiddenlawyer and now for the long wait... you'll love it man, it's a great board!

[@evilphuk]

@@MikeErickson you are not using it as much?

[@MikeErickson]

@@evilphuk I messed up in the comment above - I only ride the GT now, the XR has been demoted to the kid / friend board.

[@robertrecco710]

Why buy a $2600 that you don’t own and that’s made in China buy a EUC made in China but you own it for 2400 bucks 60 mile range 35 to 40 miles an hour lights Bluetooth speakers and the most fun you will ever have

[@Nick-Nasty]

Euc doesn't appeal to everyone. It has absolutely no appeal to me, it's a totally different experience. I'm glad you enjoy it, but it's just not the answer for most of us.

[@robertrecco710]

@@Nick-Nasty take your GT apart disconnect everything and then put it back together and see if it works it won’t because you do not own your one wheel they own it you’re just leasing it for 2600 when you can take it apart put it back together or exchange all the parts with it and it works it’s a one wheel that you own I will wait till future Lotion Patton runs out then there will be other companies that will make one wheels much better and at a better price it’s called competition that’s what makes Products better Plus I have an old XR best one wheel made because you can repair it yourself new XR‘s no Take those apart and it will not work I do not give my money to companies that instill communism in their products plus again GT are not American made or made in China with the electric unicycle’s

[@dnch]

13:30 im affraid thats not customer service, thats influencer service

[@MikeErickson]

So... you think the first thing they do a FM is double check whether someone has influencer status? Also, you think I'm an influencer 🤣

[@dnch]

@@MikeErickson i would do that if i owned the company :D

[@onewheel9004]

You can make that bikini fender yourself, then you don't have to wait till august, just saw and sand.

[@MikeErickson]

Yeah, think I'll try it. This full fender is driving me nuts!

[@nyccollin]

I can’t believe people ride these things in the mud 😂

[@MikeErickson]

Never on purpose, just happens sometimes 🤷‍♂️

[@nyccollin]

@@MikeErickson fair enough

[@snakegs4203]

Riding around college campus? hmmmmm

[@MikeErickson]

Yep, go give those kids something to work towards!