Electric skate board called ZBoard is a weight-sensing and new mode of transportion, which was unveiled at the CES this year. The new electric skate board works on a 400 watts electric motor fitted below the board. One’s hands are free in the new version, because two circular pads are embedded on top of the board at its extreme ends. They are then connected to a micro controller on the motor. The front pad is to start motion and accelerate. The rear pad is for retardation i.e., to apply breaks.

The rider has to exert pressure on the front or on the rear according to his requirement. The rider has to lean forward to move or lean backwards to slow down to reach stationary position. This action seems to be simple and easy for anyone who likes to use Zboard. You can travel at a moderate walking pace or zoom around at seventeen miles per hour. The whole mechanism is controlled by the slightest application of pressure by the riders.

Two versions of Zboard are available namely classic and pro. the difference being the different batteries used to vary the range. Electric skating Zboards are available for purchasers from 15th March and can be ordered well in advance for shipment on special prices of $499 for classic and $749 for pro. The prices will be changed to $599 and $849 after 3/21/12 excluding handling and shipping. Zboard is now on Kickstarter, so pay a visit to the website to make a pledge.
Via: Kickstarter