Originally Posted by
saddlesores
came across these chinese e-uni-bikers (?) doing a circuit around the
island. "riding" 70-80 km between towns, recharge in hotels overnight.
no panniers or trailer or bike bags....just a small backpack, max 5kg.
on hills, dismount and carry the critter, or flag down a bus and keep
it on their laps. ultimate lightweight credit card style touring.
Pretty kewl. Never tried riding a unicycle; would have assumed that longer distances would be a bit fatiguing ie the extra energy to maintain balance. Many years ago the 60 Minutes tv news-magazine show featured a private school where all the students rode unicycles between classes. I guess the idea was to challenge students. They were great riders & could easily maneuver in crowded hallways. Unicycles or skateboards might be a handy tool for commuters...walk off the bus/train & ride the rest of the way on uni/skateboard.