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Aggregating key points in the history of one wheel electric skateboards (both proprietary and open source), and of the community surrounding the sport.
On October 27, 2021...
Future Motion, Inc., announces Onewheel GT and Onewheel Pint X during their “Onewheel Uncharted” live event.
The Onewheel Pint X, initially priced at $1,400, is a direct successor of the original Onewheel Pint. Its advertised range (12–18 miles), battery voltage (63 V nominal), and top speed (18 mph) match those of the Onewheel+ XR, while keeping the same form factor of the original Pint.
The Onewheel GT replaces the Onewheel+ XR as Future Motion’s flagship product, featuring a complete design overhaul and improved performance. Priced at $2,200, the GT features an advertised top speed of 20 mph, expected range of 20–32 miles, and a 75 V battery.
Controversially, the GT uses a larger hub motor rim diameter—6.5 inches versus the XR’s 6 inches. Compared to the XR tire, the GT tire holds less air and provides less clearance between the tire and hub; these factors negatively affect the ride experience and increase the risk of hub motor rim damage.
Additionally, the new tire dimensions render all previous Onewheel tires incompatible with the GT. With 11.5×6.5-6.5 tires being a non-standard size, non-Future Motion Onewheel GT compatible tires would not exist for months following the launch of the board.
Both new boards were available for purchase immediately. Onewheel Pint X started shipping same-day, with the first customers receiving their boards the next day. The first production Onewheel GT shipped on March 7, 2022.
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