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An overview of the best hoverboards available today

The hoverboard or the two wheel electric balance board was a rage in 2016, and as 2017 comes to a close, its popularity shows no signs of abating. It has in fact created a new segment in the American market, of young and young adult buyers who are keeping up a constant demand for the two wheel hoverboard.

The rise, fall and second rising of the hoverboard is well known. I will not go into the details, but in a nutshell, when the hoverboards first came out they were made in an irresponsible manner y some Chinese manufacturers, causing their batteries to malfunction and cause explosions and fires. The US Govt. had to step into set up guidelines for hoverboard safety called the UL 2272 standard.

While hoverboards were getting banned everywhere, the new UL 2272 hoverboards made a safe come back. Certified to be safe and fire prof, these hoverboards slowly brought back the hoverboard market in the United States and other parts of the world. Today we have a large number of UL 2272 hoverboards selling across online stores ranging from Amazon.com to SwagTron.com to Skque.com.

Today, you can be sure of any UL 2272 certified hoverboard, and can buy one without having to worry about fire or other quality issues or hazards. However that does not mean that all UL 2272 certified hoverboards are made the same. Some hoverboards are of a better quality than others, and have enhancements and features that others don’t have.

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One example is the off-road hoverboards. These are more powerful hoverboards with motors that are 400 watts instead of the regular 350 watts, and also a wheel size of 9-10 inches instead of the usual 6.5 inches. Then there are Bluetooth enabled hoverboards and regular ones. The Bluetooth enabled hoverboards have speakers in them that connect to your mobile device to play music directly from it. They also have mobile device apps that can remotely control some aspects of the hoverboard like locking, pre-defined routes, battery charge level etc.

Of course the brand of the hoverboard also matters. But according to our in-house experts as lon as the hoverboard is genuinely UL 2272 certified, there isn’t a massive difference between a premium brand and a regular run-of-the-mill UL 2272 hoverboard. Let’s take a brand like SwagTron as an example. SwagTron is a very reputed brand of e-rideables, with highly popular hoverboards like the T6, T3, T1 and T5. These hoverboards are of a very high quality and have unique features like the Sentry Shield System which encases the battery in a patented aluminum casing that eliminated fires and explosions. They also have a range of other enhancements aimed at making them safer and more efficient.

If you compare it with a regular hoverboard that is available in the range of $180 -$200 on Amacon.com, then you will not see an enormous difference in the essentials. The body will be of a similar shape, the wheels will be of a similar type, the battery will be of a similar caliber (since both have to pass the UL 2272 certification standards), the performance will be nearly the same. However the looks will be different, with more customized and sleeker looks on the SwagTron hoverboards. Also the SwagTron hoverboards will have some additional features that a regular hoverboard may not have, like the Sentry Shield System, Intelligent Battery Management, better charge level indicator lights, a sleeker outer shell, bigger foot pads etc.

THE difference will be in the durability of the hoverboards. The SWagTron hoverboard will have uniformly good components, and will work better for longer. The specifications of the SwagTron will be precise, if it can take a load of a certain number of lbs, it will, if it can climb a certain degree of incline it will. In the case of the unbranded regular hoverboard, the performance may not be as advertised. You will fee; the SwagTron runs smoother than the other one.

However if you want to get the full experience of riding a hoverboard, both will give it to you. You will be able to do everything that you can do with the SwagTron, with the unbranded hoverboard. When you couple it with the 30 days return guarantee of Amazon.com, then it almost makes sense to go in for the cheaper option.

However, our suggestion is that if you want a seamless and enjoyable hoverboard experience, then it does make sense to go in for a reputed brand. SwagTron is one of the best brands available today, but there are several others that are equally good, like the Razor Hovertrax, EpikGO and a few more.

If you are looking at buying an off-road or all-terrain hoverboard then the best one available today is the SwagTron T6, though the EpikGO is equally good. The SwagTron T67 is the only hoverboard in the world that can take a load of over 400 lbs, 420 lbs to be precise. It also has all the enhanced performance and safety features of the SwGatron brnad of hoverboards. AT a price point lower than the EpikGO, it does seem to be in the sweet spot of price and performance. However, we cannot let go of the EpikGo hoverboard completely, as it is a really well made hoverboard too. If you compare the two, the finish and looks of the EpikGo is better. Performance wise both may be at par, but the EpikGO has class written all over it.

It is a fine distinction, and one that I feel boils down to your personal preference. Go for the one that excites you more. However, if budget is a constraint then the T6 will be the one to choose.

Razor, as a brand, is many years older than SwagTron, or any of the other hoverboard companies. It is an established name in e-rideables like electric scooters and cycles etc. Their RazorHoverTrax 2.0 is a very good hoverboard and is backed by the trust and credibility of a long standing brand. You can definitely go in for it and you will get a very good product.

Skque is another brand that comes to mind. It has been around for quite some time now, but it hasn’t made a huge impact as a brand. We like the hoverboard but when you go to its website, it doesn’t come across as a premium brand. If they smarten up their website, and make it more credible they will do much better. Their range is also comparatively garish in design. Well in all fairness, their hoverboards are also cheaper on Amazon.com. Skque might be an option if you want to buy at a lower price.

The biggest tip that we can give you is that you should go in for a genuine UL 2272 certified hoverboard and might want to avoid unbranded hoverboards that come with generic names like well ‘hoverboard’ or ‘two wheel balance board’.

With that said, here is an extensive list of hoverboard brands available to buy today. We have divided them into different categories so that you can make a choice more easily. Enjoy the e-ride!

Hoverboard Repair Tutorial for Loose Connections and Recalibration – DIY simple hoverboard repair

Hoverboard repair sounds like something only a qualified electrician should do, and that is absolutely correct. However, if you are inclined towards mechanical and electrical repairs, and you have done some electrical repairing before, you can give this simple hoverboard repairing tutorial a shot.

Most hoverboards have batteries that are 36 volt 4.4 ampere hour lithium ion batteries. The wattage per hour can be calculated by multiplying 36 and 4.4, which comes to 158.4 wattage per hour. In general, lithium ion batteries up to 40 volts are unlikely to give you a harmful shock, but under certain conditions it can cause grave injury or even be fatal.

​WARNING - ELECTRIC SHOCK WHILE ATTEMPTING HOVERBOARD REPAIR CAN CAUSE HARM AND EVEN BE FATAL 

Just to keep our readers informed about possible risks, even a low voltage shock of just 20 volts can cause death if it passes through the heart. The reason being the brain sends electrical impulses to tell the heart when to beat, and any interference with that can be very dangerous, and can cause ventricular fibrillation. Moreover, respiratory paralysis can happen at an even lower voltage. Thus we advise great caution while attempting any repair. If in doubt, please call a professional electrician.

Many experienced electricians say that a little shock from a battery powered vehicle like the hoverboard or any other electric scooter can actually cause an aberration of your heartbeat.

We are not trying to scare you, but it is extremely important to take precautions when you take apart an electrically powered device like a hoverboard.

At Best Hoverboard Brands, we advise you to take every possible safety precaution before opening up your hoverboard.

QUICK TIP: If you open up the hoverboard and disconnect the battery, always press the power switch once to ​give out any residual charge that may be left in the hoverboard. Only then proceed with the repairing work.

Precautions before opening up your hoverboard

BEFORE DOING ANYTHING AT ALL POWER OFF THE HOVERBOARD AND REMOVE FROM CHARGING – Do not attempt to open the hoverboard while charging it, or when it is powered on.
Wear proper electrician’s gloves which do not obstruct dexterity – check out Klein Tools Electrician's Gloves
Remove all rings and any kind of metallic jewelry - you can check out our popular guide on silicon wedding rings.
Use a good home tool kit – you can try the Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Homeowner's Tool Kit
Keep the hoverboard on a table or appropriate raised work area
Make sure that there is ample light falling on your work area
Wear rubber sandals or leather shoes
Keep children away from the place where you are working

BASIC REPAIR OF A HOVERBOARD

This repair guide covers the most basic repairs of your hoverboard which involve no complex electrical work, no soldering, no actual repair of components.

The most common problems that occur with a hoverboard are loose connections or disconnected wires inside the hoverboard. Another common problem is the calibration of the hoverboard going off. We will cover both of these things in this hoverboard repair guide which will work for your SwagTron hoverboard too.

​THUMB RULE BEFORE OPENING YOUR HOVERBOARD - TRY RECALIBRATING IT

A general thumb rule for hoverboard repairs is that you should try and recalibrate it before attempting any real repairs or opening up the hoverboard.

To recalibrate the hoverboard, keep it on a plain level surface, exactly match both sides of the hoverboard and keep it level relative to the ground. Now, hold the power switch down for about 5 seconds, until the LED lights start to flash. Restart the hoverboard and the recalibration process is done.

WARNING: Do not press on any of the pedals while recalibrating, this is known to damage the gyroscope circuit boards of the hoverboards. Keep this in mind while recalibrating.

Here is a pretty straightforward video showing how a hoverboard is recalibrated:

If this solves the problem of your hoverboard, wonderful, you don't need to read further.​

HOW TO FIX LOOSE CONNECTIONS OR DISCONNECTED WIRES OF A HOVERBOARD

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You have to unscrew the cover from the underside of the hoverboard. There are usually 18 to 20 screws. We recommend the use of a good quality cordless screw gun with a low power setting of around 3 or 4 to prevent. Using too much power will result in the screw head getting stripped. You can see a typical stripped screw on the right.

A good choice for a screw gun is the Bosch SGH182BL cordless screw gun which comes for around $214. If you don't want to spend too much and want a handy tool for simple DIY household jobs then check out the Black & Decker BDCS40BI which comes for around $30. 

When you open up the bottom covers of your hoverboard, you will see many wires and connections. As we point out the different parts of the hoverboard, and the various wires and cables, if you see any of them disconnected right away, then all you need to do is securely reconnect them. And this should solve your problem.

However, if you cannot see any obvious disconnected or loose wires right away, then you will have to disengage and then securely reconnect all the wires, and then check if the problem has been resolved.

Our suggestion is to first of all disable the battery. Open up the cover of the battery side first (the power button is on the motherboard side, and the opposite side is the battery side).

When the cover comes off you will notice that there is one wire connected to the circuit board next to the battery. This is the LED lights wire.

Just press the white buckle gently ​where the wire connects to the circuit board and unplug it. You can see the LED lights wire and the connection point on the circuit board next to the battery in the image below.

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Once the cover has come loose, then the first thing you should do is pull out the cable that connects the battery to the hoverboard.

The battery ​cable is marked as B in the image below.

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This is what a typical battery looks like:​

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You need to disengage the battery cable pulling it gently but firmly. Here is another image of the battery cable marked B.

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To get rid of any residual charge, after disconnecting the battery press the power switch once.

Next we need to look at the wires that power the motor of the wheel. They are three wires with green plastic sockets on them. They are marked BP1, BP2 and BP3 in the image below.

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Now you need to disconnect the connector that connects the balance sensor board , which is shown in the diagram below. Then disconnect the wire that goes to the main battery indicator lights of the hoverboard. Finally disconnect the wire that goes to the motor of the wheel and controls it, which is the motor control wire. All the wires are marked in the diagram below.

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Once you’ve disengaged all the wires on the battery side, take off the cover on the side that has the main circuit board.

​You will notice that there are a few wires that are connecting the cover to the main circuit board. These are the LED lights wire, the power switch wire and the charging port wire.

You will have to disconnect these wires from the main circuit board. ​You will need to press on the plastic buckle and gently pull them out. In the diagram below the LED lights wire, power switch wire and charging port wire is marked. You can also see the connection point of the LED lights wire on the circuit board and the power switch wire connection point on the circuit board. 

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Next we need to look at the wires that power the motor of the wheel. They are three wires with green plastic sockets in between them. They are marked in the image below. Disconnect these wires. Then disconnect the wire connecting to the balance sensor board a shown in the image below. You will also need to disconnect the wire next to the LED lights connection, which goes to the main power indicator lights of the hoverboard, as shown in the image below. You will also have to disengage the motor control wires which is a similar wire and connector as on the battery side.

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At this point you have all the connecting wires of the hoverboard disengaged. Now, carefully and securely plug them all back in as they had been before. Be very careful to connect them securely.

That’s it.

If the problems in your hoverboard had been because of loose connections or disconnected wires, then this simple reconnecting process should resolve it.

If this doesn’t work, then we suggest that you take it to an authorized hoverboard or electric scooter repair center near your home.

ADVANCED STUFF: WHAT THE BLINKING LIGHTS ON THE MOTHERBOARD OF A MALFUNCTIONING HOVERBOARD MEAN

If you are into advanced hoverboard repairing, then you may find this useful.

When you open up a hoverboard and then power it on, you will notice a blinking light on the main motherboard. Check the photo below to see the location of the blinking light:

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Here's a short video clip showing where the blinking light is:

Did you know that the pattern in which the motherboard's light blinks actually indicates what the problem with the hoverboard is. This is the case with most standard hoverboards.

Here is a cheatsheet of what the blinking lights on the motherboard of a malfunctioning hoverboard imply:

HOVERBOARD BLINKING LIGHTS CHEATSHEET

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Problem It Indicates

0 Times

This indicates that the three individual wires going from the motherboard to the wheel are loose.

1 Time

This indicates that the connecting wire from the motherboard to the gyroscope circuit board is loose on the side which has the power switch.

2 Times

This indicates that the connecting wire from the motherboard to the gyroscope circuit board is loose on the side which has the battery.

3 Times

This indicates a problem with the motor. Usually a short circuit.

4 Times

This indicates that there is a fault with the wire connecting the motherboard to the motor of the wheel.

5 Times

This indicates that there is a fault with the wire connecting the motherboard to the motor of the wheel.

6 Times

This indicates that there is a problem with the battery. The battery will either have to be replaced or charged properly.

7 Times

This indicates a problem with the gyroscope circuit board on the side of the battery.

8 Times

This indicates a problem with the gyroscope circuit board on the side of the battery.

Looking for replacement parts for your hoverboard? This is the best place to buy them.

Parts and components of the hoverboard are available everywhere, from eBay to Ali Express, but to get reliable and trustworthy parts, we recommend going to the Amazon. If you buy a replacement part and on arrival you realize that the part was wrong, Amazon's returns policy ill cover it. You can return the part within 30 days and get a refund or replace with another replacement part. Check out Hoverboard Replacement Parts on Amazon here.

Have a look at some of the best hoverboards avaiable today, here.

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Hoverboard Bags

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Top 10 best hoverboard bags is a list of the most popular hoverboard bags. You can choose from regular hoverboard bags that you can carry in your hands, hoverboard bags that can be strapped around your shoulders and also fire-retardant hoverboard bags while you charge them.

If you own a hoverboard and have used it for a while, then ​you know that a bag to carry it around is very useful. Most hoverboards weight around 22 lbs or about 10 kgs. While it is possible to carry one without a bag, when you have to walk a distance or go up stairs or into a store, than a bag is needed. Also you cannot know when the hoverboard's charge drains, and then you have no option but to carry it.

Hoverboard bags range from 8 dollars to 25 dollars depending on the quality and other specifications.​ The Top 10 best hoverboard bags list below has a range of hoverboard bags with different prices.

Some Tips to buy a Hoverboard Bag

1. Make sure that the bag size is correct for your hoverboard. The 8 inch wheel hoverboards and the 10 inch wheel hoverboards need bigger bags. Most hoverboard bags are for the regular 6.5 inch wheel hoverboards.

2. Think carefully about how you want to carry your hoverboard before choosing a bag. If you are comfortable slinging it around your shoulders then make sure the specifications of the bag say that it has a shoulder strap. In most bags the straps are only good for carrying the hoverboard bag on your back, or to carry the hoverboard like a bag.

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3. It is a good idea to get a waterproof hoverboard bag. Check with the specifications to find out whether it is made of waterproof material or not.

4. Specialized fire-retardant and fire-proof hoverboard bags are also available. They are useful if you want to be extra safe when charging the hoverboard. You can of course also carry the hoverboard in them.

5. The pouch for carrying the charger is usually without a zipper or velcro, so there are chances of the charger falling out. If the hoverboard bag has a pouch with a zipper or velcro it will be easier to carry the charger with the bag. 

Have a look at these 10 popular ​hoverboard bags, and make a choice as per your budget and needs. We feel that the hoverboard at No. 7 is a good durable and well made one, and a good choice for your hoverboard, however you can choose one that you like.

Top 10 Best Hoverboard Bags

1. HOMANDA Portable Waterproof Carrying Bag 

  • Suits general 6.5 inch wheel wide of self balance scooter
  • Take your smart scooter wherever you want with this portable carrying bag
  • Premium quality durable oxford material, washable and convenient to carry
  • Double zipper closure
  • Dimension: 24.5"x7.5"
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2. Cosmos Portable Waterproof Carrying Bag

  • Premium quality durable oxford material, washable and convenient to carry
  • Suits general 6.5 inch wheel wide of self balance scooter
  • Take your smart scooter wherever you want with this portable carrying bag
  • Double zipper closure
  • Dimension: 24.5"x7.5"
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3. GameXcel Self-Balancing Scooter Carrying Handbag 

  • PERFECT FIT: Hover Board Bag is fit for balance with wheel sizes of 8 inches or less. Fits with Segway T1, T3,T5,Powerboard,IO HAWK, swag way and many others.
  • STRONG & STURDY: Hover Board Backpack used thickest material on the market. Hold your hover board scooters tightly.2 zippers give maximum access to the carry bag, allowing skateboard backpack with great ease. back strap strong. Soliding sewing.
  • EASY ON SHOULDER: Hover Board carrying Bag uses Ergonomically designed shoulder straps to provide the least weight on your shoulder. Cushioning in straps relives pressure and stress on shoulders.
  • EXTRA STORAGE: The Self Balancing scooter backpack has a mesh pocket to store smaller items such as keys, a water bottle, and other items.
  • 18-MONTH WARRANTY: Unconditional 18-month warranty on self balancing scooter bag!
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4. Swagtron Hoverboard Carrying Bag

  • Roll out or backpack it, carry with straps or suitcase-like handle and wheels
  • Compatible with SWAGTRON T1 T3 and T5, X1 and X2, and most other hoverboards
  • Adjustable straps and collapsible handle
  • Convenient mesh and zipper pockets
  • Dimensions : 25.19” x 10.23” x 9.44” (64 x 26 x 24 cm)
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5. Self-Balancing Scooter Bag

  • MATERIAL: High quality of Water-Resistant 1680D Oxford Fabric, Durable and washable, Our Hoverboard Bag will protect your hoverboard from rain, snow, dust,et
  • DIMENSION: 24.5"x7.5"inch, Suits general 6.5 inch wheel wide of self balance scooter, give maximum access to the bag,it is suitable for children and adult who like to play scooters
  • CONVENIENT TO CARRY: Double zipper closure, Easily load and unload your smart scooter from the bag, the carrying is more convenient, and the travel pressure is relieved
  • PERFECT FUNCTION: Protect your scooter from any scratches and bumps, dirty or shocks
  • GUARANTEED SATISFACTION: If you are not 100% happy with QEES Hoverboard Tote Bag, Feel Free to contact us for Refund or Replacement. No Questions Asked!
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6. Michael Josh Waterproof Hover Board Bag

  • EASY to CARRY and STORAGE: The hover board bag is made from strong and durable waterproof nylon material. It has 2 zippers that give maximum access to the carry bag, allowing you to store your hover board with great easy
  • WATERPROOF 1680D Oxford Fabric nylon material,the linner of the hover board bag is waterproof,this will protect your hoverboard from rain, snow, etc. The carry bag can not be submerged in water.
  • 2 ADJUSTABLE Shoulder Straps Backpack Design,free your hand and distributed the hover board weight between the shoulders.
  • MESH POCKET,where you can storage your hover board charger when playing the board outside
  • Michael Josh Brand new,lifetime good replacement warranty Fit for most brand hover drifting board,
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7. Easycosy Waterproof Hoverboard Backpack

  • WATERPROOF HOVERBOARD BAG ----- The lining of the backpack is waterproof.Use the material of 1680D and Nylon,strong and sturdy. Our Hoverboard Bag will protect your hoverboard from rain, snow, dust,etc.Suitable for 6.5-inch hoverboard,and the backpack can not be submerged in water.
  • ADJUSTABLE SHOULDER STRAPS -----This hoverboard bag shoulder straps is very soft,durable,allow you to adjust the length of the straps,with 2 zippers,give maximum access to the backpack,which reduce the hover boards weight of your shoulder,it is suitable for children and adult who like to play scooters.
  • MESH POCKET -----Mesh pocket on the lower part of the bag,can extra storage your charging adapter of hoverboard. And you can use it for smartphonespower bank,drink bottles,wrist guards,sunglasses,beanie hats,keys,etc
  • CARRIED BY HAND OR ON BOTH SHOULDERS-----With the gradual popularization of eco-friendly and energy-saving balance cars, the protection of it is more stringent. This hover board bag is strong and can be carried by hand or on both shoulders to meet various needs. The storage space of the bag is small, the carrying is more convenient, and the travel pressure is relieved
  • QUALITY ASSURANCE & SERVICE -----Our products undergo strict quality inspection and use safe and environmentally friendly materials. Please feel free to use them. Any questions, please contact us directly. We will provide quality services.
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8. Eyourlife 6.5'' Waterproof Oxford Material Hoverboard Backpack

  • ADVANCED QUALITY and MUCH MORE DURABLE: This hoverboard backpack bag is made of waterproof oxford material.The quilted design at the bottom is thick, Can play a buffer role, safer and not easy to break. Internal waterproof coating can prevent rain. 
  • EASY to CARRY and STORAGE: Suitable for 6.5-inch hoverboard, the bag made slightly larger than 6.5 inches, easy to put (put 6.5-inch balance car, the interior slightly looser). Strap cotton quilted design, comfortable and breathable fabric, in line with artificial design.
  • FASHIONABLE and SIMPLE DESIGN: Unisex, meet the needs of different groups of people, easy to carry, easy to travel. Multiple compartment design makes it easy to carry small items. 
  • IT CAN BE CARRIED BY HAND OR ON BOTH SHOULDERS: With the gradual popularization of eco-friendly and energy-saving balance cars, the protection of it is more stringent. This hover board bag is strong and can be carried by hand or on both shoulders to meet various needs. 
  • QUALITY ASSURANCE & SERVICE: Our products undergo strict quality inspection and use safe and environmentally friendly materials. Please feel free to use them. If you have any questions, please contact us directly. 
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9. FBSPORT Waterproof Hover Board Bag

  • Big compatible- It can compatible with Swagway X1, X2, SwagTron T1 and T5(NOT COMPATIBLE with Swagtron T3 ) and most 6.5 inch generic Hoverboards
  • The size of the bag - long 58cm (22.8 inches) wide, 20cm (7.8 inches) high 8cm (3.1 inches), the size of the transfer interface of balance car-8cm (3.1 inches)
  • Two used method-Backpack or Portable.(For comfortable carrying, the backpack is equipped with an adjustable shoulder straps.)
  • Water resistant 1680D nylon - It will protect your Drifting Board from rain, snow, etc. The backpack can not be submerged in water. For comfortable carrying, the backpack is equipped with an adjustable shoulder straps.
  • Mesh pocket-The mesh pocket is the ideal spot to store the charging adapter of your Drifting Board. But you can also use it for drink bottles, wrist guards, sunglasses, beanie hats, etc.
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10. Gyroor Hoverboard Portable Waterproof Backpack 

  • WATERPROOF HOVERBOARD BAG: The lining of the backpack is waterproof.Use the material of 1680D and Nylon, Gyroor Hoverboard Bag will protect your hoverboard from rain, snow, dust,etc. The backpack can not be submerged in water.
  • PADDED ADJUSTABLE SHOULDER STRAPS: This hoverboard bag shoulder straps is very soft,durable,allow you to adjust the length of the straps,with 2 zippers,give maximum access to the backpack,which reduce the hover boards weight of your shoulder,it is suitable for children and adult who like to play scooters.
  • OUTSIDE MESH POCKET: Mesh pocket on the lower part of the bag,can extra storage your charging adapter of hoverboard. And you can use it for smartphonespower bank,drink bottles,wrist guards,sunglasses,beanie hats,keys,etc.
  • SIZE FOR HOVERBOARD: Suitable for the 6.5-inch hoverboard or less,and also can compatible with many others two-wheel hoverboard.Unisex, meet the needs of different groups of people, easy to carry, easy to travel.
  • QUALITY ASSURANCE & SERVICE: Our products undergo strict quality inspection and use safe and environmentally friendly materials. 
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Review of Michael Josh Waterproof HoverBoard Bags

This hoverboard bag is fully waterproof and is highly rated by numerous buyers. The material is durable and strong and the fit and comfort is good.

This hoverboard bag makes it very easy to carry your hoverboard, especially because of the comfortable strap and handles.​

One user found the bag to be ideal for storing and carrying their Swagtron T1 hoverboard. This Michael Josh bag is not expensive and is of a good quality overall.The bag also features a useful mesh pouch to secure the charger. The shoulder strap is especially useful and comfortable.

This is great way to carry your hoverboard like a backpack. Buyers have found it to be excellent value for money. It also does a good job of protecting the hoverboard from scratches, when not in use.

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Best Hoverboard Bags to buy today - selected by a hoverboard enthusiast and guest writer from New Jersey

Hey people, I have been riding hoverboards for a long time now, and was probably one of the early adopters. From the time of the Swagway X1 to the time of EPIKGO all-terrain hoverboards, I have used them all. In fact I have a bunch of friends who are all hoverboard enthusiasts, so I have been able to ride almost all the major brands of electric balance boards in the market, including the Ninebot Minipro which used to be Segway and many others.

When it comes to hoverboards then I prefer taking my board along with me wherever I go, and that means I might need to carry it in public transport or into an office.

That's where a good hoverboard brag comes in very handy. Since I know that many of you have the same problem of taking your hoverboard along and not being able to easily carry it over stairs or into a building etc., I have put together a list of the best hoverboard bags in the market toady. have put in short descriptions and also pros and cons, so that you can make a quick informed decision about what hoverboard bag will serve you the best.

1. Mifxin 6.5 inch Hoverboard Bag

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This really cool looking bag is made from braided nylon, is an EVA hard bag case and is both durable and good looking. One of its biggest plus points is that it will protect your hoverboard from scratches and dents. It is also made of a good waterproof material which will protect it from rain and snow. The bag is very well designed and will only fit the regular 6.5 inch wheel hoverboards. Your hoverboard will fit into it snugly and will make it easy to carry it around, no matter where you need to go. The Mifxin Hoverboard bag is available in a sleek black color. It is definitely among the best bags to carry your hoverboard. Along with the looks it also has great functional benefits. Its exact size is 66 cms X 26 cms X 19 cms. You can either starp the bag around your shoulder or carry it with the shorter strap.

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Amazon has pulled out almost all hoverboards from their website. In fact as of 24th January 2016, there are no hoverboards listed on Amazon. We believe that Amazon is waiting for fully UL certified hoverboards, before putting them back on their website. 

In the light of these developments it is best to buy a hoverboard from a website that is safe and sells only a well known brand known for the highest quality products.​

Safest place to buy a hoverboard

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The safest place to buy a hoverboard on the web today, is the original website of one the top hoverboard brands in the US today. We believe that Swagway is showing the way ahead for safe higher quality hoverboards. We have already done a detailed review of the soon to be launched next generation Swagway hoverboard named the SwagTron, and we feel that it will be best if you pick up a hoverboard directly from the Swagway website.

Swagway has been one of the first companies to get the UL certification for different components of their hoverboards, and has been working with UL and other US Government agencies to set the overall standards of safety and quality for hoverboards.

The Swagway X1, which is their current offering has been developed using the best quality components. The charger and battery has quality certifications, and most importantly they come with a 1 year warranty and a 30 Day Limited Return Policy.

Every Swagway comes with a standard 1 year warranty. The warranty covers any defects in material or workmanship with normal use of the hoverboard for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Swagway will either replace the hoverboard or repair it at no charge.

Here is what the website says about the Swagway X1ï»ż:

Quoted from the SwagWay Website

Swagwayℱ is very meticulous in the products we sell. We make sure our boards are made with the finest parts. All of our boards come with a high quality aluminum alloy frame. Our batteries are a high powered lithium ion Top Quality Brand battery. Our technology is built on a strong platform, which eliminates reaction time from rider to board, giving the ability to maneuver wherever the user pleases. We are still a higher quality but for an even more affordable price.

We think that the CEO of Swagway Johnny Zhu is serious about bringing in the best and safest hoverboard into the US market. Here is a glimpse of the new SwagTron that he has already developed and is preparing to bring to the market.

New Swagway SwagTron Review – the next gen Swagway hoverboard close-up

Here is a picture of him with the new SwagTrons. At the moment Swagway is trying to get the overall UL certification for its hoverboards. In a recent development, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), a US Government Agency that looks into consumer goods safety, has started investigating all hoverboard brands and companies to ensure that quality and safety standards are met.

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UL Certified Safe Hoverboards

United Laboratories (UL) has also developed a set of guidelines specifically for hoverboards. Their UL certification page for hoverboards can be found here.

UL Certification for Hoverboards - Best Hoverboard Brands

In the light of these developments we feel that going with the best hoverboard brand will be the best way forward. The Swagway website is selling the Swagway X1 at a very affordable discounted price, and you can get them all right here:

Choose your Swagway X1 from a variety of colours!

The biggest safety concern with hoverboards

The number one safety concern with hoverboards is their battery, and directly related to it, the battery charger. The hoverboard uses the same battery that is there in our cellphones, a lithium ion battery. The problem with lithium ion batteries is that they can catch fire if they are made from low quality components. Most cellphone batteries are about , a hoverboard battery is about . Thus there is a greater need for quality and safety in such batteries. Cheap Chinese hoverboards from questionable manufacturers in China who are trying to sell low cost hoverboards, compromise on the quality of the components, the battery and the charger. This makes the cheap hoverboards unsafe. These kind of unbranded and cheap hoverboards should be avoided at all costs.

This is what a low quality battery looks like under the plastic cover. They use low quality components that are unsafe. Always make sure that you are buying a hoverboard with a high quality battery.

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At Swagway, the primary focus is on using high quality components so that the highest safety and quality standards are met, and a safer and better product is sold to the customer.

Take a look at what Swagway has in store for us in the near future - Swagtron

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UL Certification for Hoverboards – UL 2272 the new Safety Standard for hoverboards

UL 2272

This is the comprehensive UL certification for hoverboards or two wheel self-balancing electric scooters.

It has already got a page of its own on the UL website, and you can check it out here - https://ul.com/hoverboards/

The fire hazard associated with cheap hoverboards has been in the news for some time now, and many homes in the US have had fires due to hoverboards. In a few cases children barely managed to escape the fire caused by overcharging hoverboards. It is estimated that property worth millions of dollars have been destroyed due to these hoverboard related fires.

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For anyone to know for sure that their hoverboard is safe is virtually impossible, as they would have to test the chemical composition of the batteries. The batteries and the chargers are the main culprits behind the fires. This however will no longer be a problem when UL 2272 certified hoverboards start coming into the market.

The independent testing body Underwriters Laboratories has developed a comprehensive safety certification for hoverboards, and designated it the UL 2272.

Hoverboard Safety Certified

If you are looking for hoverboards that are safety certified, then your search has become very easy now. All you need to do is one of two things - 1. Buy from Amazon, 2. Ensure that the hoverboard you are buying is genuinely UL 2272 certified.

In the first option, as soon as you buy from Amazon.com, you can be sure that it is a safety certified hoverboard simply because Amazon has a very strict policy to only list UL 2272 certified hoverboards.

In the second instance you have to ensure that the right UL 2272 certification is there of the brand of hoverboard you are buying. You need to check for the UL hologram sticker on the device and also check for the UL certification for the company and model number on UL.com. To check the UL status of a hoverboard, read the article on how to check for UL 2272 certification here.

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US Consumer Products Safety Commission, the CPSC, issue a landmark letter regarding hoverboard safety

The CPSC communication states the following:

CPSC Communication Excerpt

I am writing this letter to urge you to make certain that self-balancing scooters that you import, manufacture, distribute, or sell in the United States comply with currently applicable voluntary safety standards, including all referenced standards and requirements contained in UL 2272 –  https://www.comm-2000.com/. Additionally, all lithium ion battery products must comply with test requirements under UN/DOT 38.3 Transport of Dangerous Goods for Lithium Metal and Lithium Ion Batteries.

Here is the entire letter from CPSC –

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UL Certification for hoverboards - UL 2272 details

Underwriters’ Laboratories has already stated that their UL2272 will extensively test hoverboards, including aspects such as extensive testing for the battery’s safety regarding overcharging and heating up, drop tests to test for safety in case of an impact, short-circuit, over-discharge, vibration, shock, imbalanced charging, dieleltric voltage, crush, mold stress relief tests, dynamometer tests (to measure the force of the devices), CT scans of hoverboard batteries and other aspects.

The testing has been done at the Fluid Lab of UL, and includes several torture tests for the hoverboards. In one of the tests the wheels of the hoverboard are jammed for 7 hours, and all this while the hoverboard tries to free itself, which causes heating and may cause the hoverboard to catch fire. This is one of the tests that the hoverboard has to pass to get the UL 2272 certification.

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Another test involves dropping the hoverboard from around 3 and a half feet (about 1 meter). During the UL 2272 certifictaion tests, the hoverboard batteries are also punched with nails. IN another test indirect heat was applied to the battery from a distance to see if it would catch fire. The CPSC has recently stated that all hoverboards have to be UL certified or they will be impounded an legal action will be taken against the manufacturers and sellers. Hoverboard manufacturers can submit their hoverboards for UL certification here - https://contact.ul.com/contact-ul-energy

UL Tests that the SwagTron has passed to get UL 2272 Certification

Overcharge Test
Short Circuit Test
Over Discharge Test
Temperature Test
Imbalanced Charging Test

Dielectric Voltage Test
Isolation Resistance Test
Vibration Test
Shock Test
Crash Test

Drop Test
Mold Stress Test
Water Exposer Test
Thermal Cycling Test
Label Performance Test

Strain Relief Tests
Motor Overload Test
Motor Locked Rotor
20mm End Product Flame

UL has released a video where they show the testing that a hoverboard has to go through and pass for it to be UL 2272 certified.

Here is the video:

US Government declares hoverboards unsafe

The CPSC communication stating that hoverboards have to be certified, and those that aren’t are potentially dangerous, is equivalent to the US Government declaring the hoverboards unsafe. IN such a scenario there has been an indication if hoverboard manufacturers do not get their hoverboards UL 2272 certified, then they will be liable to face criminal legal action.

This is a welcome move on the part of the US Government, as finally the totally chaotic hoverboard market is being brought under control. Chinese manufacturers cutting costs by using cheap and dangerous components have put the entire hoverboard market under a cloud, from which it can only emerge with a step like this.

Now only those hoverboard brands that comply with UL 2272 will be allowed to enter the US market and sold within the US.

We came across a great video of how UL is testing hoverboards made by a CNET correspondent. Here it is:

A safe place to buy a hoverboard

Swagway is working towards creating the safety standards for the industry and also developing hoverboards that are absolutely safe to use. Have a look at the Swagway hoverboards on sale from the safest place on the internet to buy hoverboards right now, the Swagway website.

This is what Swagway states on their website –

Swagway has been actively working with the CPSC on the investigation of the “self-balancing scooters.” The CPSC recently adapted two new standards, a required standard (UN38.3) and a voluntary standard (UL2272, introduced by UL on January 29, 2016). The original Swagway from the very beginning already meets the newly required standard and we are currently evaluating if our product complies with the new voluntary standard as recommended by the CPSC. We stand by our products and are confident that Swagway still remains the safest on the market.

Here is the link to the FAQ section where it states this - https://swagway.com/faq/

UL Webinar on Hoverboards and UL 2272 Certification – Register free for the 7th March 2016 webinar

UL has organized a webinar on ‘What the New UL 2272 Means for Hoverboards & Related Light EV Operated Products’.

This is open to everyone and is going to require you to register to participate. The webinar is going to happen from 12:30 AM - 1:30 AM IST on Tue, Mar 8, 2016.

You can register for the UL Webinar on hoverboard certification here!

​UL Webinar Details

The webinar will be hosted by Laurie Florence, principal engineer with UL and lead on development of UL 2272. She will take you through the development process of UL 2272 and provide an overview of the critical requirements in the standard. She will also discuss about the future plans for the UL 2272 standard development. Participants in the webinar will be able to ask questions.

The UL Webinar on UL 2272 for Hoverboards will cover the following topics:

Background for UL 2272 development & incidents reported by CPSC

Critical safety considerations for lithium ion battery systems in self-balancing scooters

An overview of construction requirements and test requirements

Certification information for products evaluated to UL 2272

Summary of test samples needed to complete evaluation

Review of CPSC’s February 18th, 2016 announcement regarding compliance to UL 2272

Summary of the work to date and future plans

Best Hoverboard Brands What we think

We at Best Hoverboard Brands strongly feel that all of these developments will help the hoverboard market in the United States to evolve and grow stronger. It will pave the way for a new safer and better hoverboard to emerge, so that every American can enjoy this very exciting personal transportation device without any safety or quality concerns.

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