Why You'll Love a Light Electric Skateboard

Getting your hands on a light electric skateboard completely changes how you think about your daily commute or a quick trip to the coffee shop. For a long time, the trend in the e-skate world was "bigger is better." Everyone wanted more range, more speed, and more torque, which inevitably led to boards that weighed as much as a small boulder. But let's be real—carrying a twenty-five-pound plank of wood and metal up three flights of stairs or onto a crowded bus is nobody's idea of a good time. ...

February 21, 2026 · 7 min · Alayne Shilpa