Electric skateboards use a motor to push their rider along. They pack way more power than a standard board does. Evolve makes electric skateboards that go up to 50km/h. They use rechargeable batteries to give riders a range between 15km and 65km, depending on the model. Riders keep a remote control in their hand which manages acceleration and braking. Electric skateboards are growing in popularity. They're fun, easy to ride, convenient, and eco-friendly. You also don't need much training to ride one, so they're great for beginners.

An electric skateboard consists of five key components: the motor, remote, battery, deck, and wheels. The deck, where the rider stands, is typically made of premium materials like carbon fiber or a combination of bamboo and fiberglass. The battery is positioned beneath the deck and powers the motor, which is located between the rear wheels and propels the skateboard forward. The remote serves as a control device, allowing riders to adjust speed, braking, acceleration, and other settings according to their preference. Together, these components form the essential structure and functionality of an electric skateboard.

Electric skateboards are more environmentally friendly than a car or a motorbike, thanks to their rechargeable battery. They’re a breeze to recharge, as it's just a matter of plugging them into a charger wherever you can find an outlet. On a full charge, you can expect to go about 15km (on the Evolve Stoke), up to a max of 65km (on the Evolve Hadean).

All Evolve boards have four modes to ride in. There’s Safe, Eco, Fast, and Customised. Safe features slow acceleration, so that you can get used to takeoffs. This is where you should begin, just to get a feel for things. Eco limits your board to 75% of its top speed, which is gentlest on the batteries. Fast mode lets you test the upper limit of your board's power, and you’ll need this one if you’re trying to get up a hill. The customised mode does what it says on the label - it lets you sort out your own acceleration and braking points.

Understanding how an electric skateboard works and feels under your feet forms a basis for everything you will be doing. Learn how the board and remote respond so you can use the ideal amount of acceleration or braking, without being jerky on the triggers. When it comes to speed, our general rule is not to ride any faster than you can run.

There isn't a stance that is perfect for all riding styles and situations. A good starting point is to make sure your legs are wide apart, and your knees slightly bent. You need to get familiar with your weight distribution. Shifting forward and backward compensates for acceleration and braking, and of course, side to side is how you turn. A couple of drills you can do in an open and quiet area is to stop and start in a straight line until you are comfortable taking off and stopping at all speeds.

Short answer? Not very. Riding a regular board is a lot harder because you’ve got kick-push, which tends to be tricky for people who are more used to using their legs for just…walking. An electric skateboard pushes itself, so all you need to do is find your balance. You can nail this down in as little as a few solid hours of practice.

Stand on your board and see which one suits you best - right foot forward, or left foot forward. There’s no correct option here, some people just have a natural feel for one over the other. Left foot forward is called ‘regular’ because it’s more common, and right foot forward is called ‘goofy’. Don’t let the names get to you, just ride the board how you want to ride it.

Steering is pretty intuitive as well. It’s just a matter of leaning in the direction you want to go. Lean right to go right, lean left to go left. How sharp your turn is will depend on how hard you lean. Bigger lean, bigger turn. Riding can be pretty intuitive, so as you get more comfortable you’ll discover ways to enhance your performance.

Stopping an electric skateboard is easy because you’ve got a brake in your hand. Just squeeze the brake trigger when you want to slow down, and the board will handle the rest for you. If you’ve reached a low, comfortable speed, then you can put your foot on the ground to add some drag. Don’t be doing this at high speed, though. Remember, our boards move quickly, so you want to take full advantage of the brake before you try anything else.

The overall gearing wheels and gear setups affect the electric skateboards' top speed. A board with tall gearing will have a higher top speed and less torque, while a board with low gearing will have a lower top speed and more torque. For example, Evolve Hadean Bamboo 2in1 can reach up to 50 km/hr with street wheels. Compact electric skateboards like the Stoke, with smaller motors, reach 36 km/hr.

Yes, electric skateboards are capable of going uphill, although the extent of their uphill performance may vary depending on factors such as the power of the motor, the rider's weight, and the steepness of the incline. The Hadean Carbon All Terrain tackled the steepest street in the world, for example.

In Australia, you can buy an electric skateboard in 3 different ways: online, in person at Evolve Skateboards' HQ on the Gold Coast or going to one of Evolve's retailers.

- Online: at Evolve Skateboards' website, you can buy your skateboard online with fast shipping options available.

- In-person at Evolve Skateboards; HQ: come to our showroom on the Gold Coast to try any board for free and choose the best for your needs.

- You can find Evolve's retailers in all states and territories in Australia. You can find their location on our Australian Stockists page.