Originally Posted by
Roody
Some bike and pedestrian advocates don't think letting them on the sidewalk is such a good idea. They're heavier and less maneuverable than a bike and they don't have to have lights, bells or other safety equipmant.
John Allen on segways
Unlike a bike they comfortably travel at 3mph allowing them to move right behind a walker for long distances. I'm not convinced they belong on streets with high speed limits although I see no reason they shouldn't be allowed in 25mph zones. There's probably no need to regulate it though. Much like bicyclists most segway users will probably go out of their way to avoid 40mph 5 lane suburban-nightmare-ways.