Remember the Scooter?

By Owen Jones

The Razor A scooter ... What does that expression make you think about? If you have kids, I'm certain that you're already aware of the Razor A scooter series, but they weren't about when we were children. However, the concept was, even though I forget the brand names from my childhood.

I adored my two-wheeled, kick-powered scooter when I was a kid. Mum and Dad had their car, my older siblings had their bicycles and I had my scooter. It didn't go very fast, but then, I didn't go very far either, but it was a vehicle, of sorts and it gave that feeling of freedom. I had my wheels and I was mobile!

Well, the modern equivalent of that scooter is the Razor A scooter series. And they really are modern too! They are a far cry from the simple scooters of years ago. The Razor A scooter series was introduced in the year 2000 and is sturdy, strong, collapsible and as safe as you can get.

The Razor A scooter series is sold in several guises to suit different age groups, requirements and wallets. For example, the Razor A scooter is meant for children of six years and older, while the Razor A2 scooter, the Razor A3 scooter and the Razor Pro scooter are intended for older, heavier, more demanding and more skilful riders. With prices beginning at around $25 none of them is over-priced.

The Razor A scooter series is made from aircraft-grade light aluminium and weighs in at only six pounds. That's light enough for any small child to be able to carry, if necessary, without risk of injury. It is also collapsible, which means that it is easy to carry under your arm, in the trunk of your car or on the bus. Storage is a doddle too.

The Razor A scooter series is height-adjustable too in that the handlebars can be elevated as your child grows up or if an older sibling wants a go. It also has a formidable braking system, which is obviously quite important as these scooters will easily reach speeds of five or six mph on the level and much more on an incline. Going down hill, that is.

The Razor A scooter range also has lesser and greater stable mates. The Razor Kiddie Kick is intended for children younger than six and has a third wheel for increased stability, although it is just as strong and long-lasting as the Razor A scooter series. The Razor A scooter range is intended for 'young-minded' people from the age of six. I use the words 'young-minded' because it is quite the rage now, to put one in the car and scooter the last mile or two into work or college. That mile or two every day will save you gas and give you more exercise over a long period of time. After all, it all adds up, doesn't it?

Then, for those who want a bit more, there are the Razor E100(S), Razor E200(S) and the Razor E300(S), which are electrically driven scooters. The (S) denotes that they have a seat fitted.

So, why not introduce your kid to the concept of travel with a Razor A scooter? Give your child the chance to look back on his or her youth in 20-30 years time and remember zooming about at three-five mph on a Razor A scooter. - 30224

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