Traqpod is a compact and lightweight foldable electric skateboard. It weighs 8 kg and it’s powered by an in-wheel direct drive brushless hub motor, a custom designed Lithium battery pack and a Bluetooth-based remote control system. It is made from high-performance composite and polymer materials and features an exclusive, patented truck system that provides for an enhanced riding experience, with a tighter turning radius and improved motion control for a more enjoyable and fun riding experience.
Dimensions (unfolded): 920 x 280 x 140 mm (36.2 x 11.0 x 5.5 in)
Dimensions (folded): 700 x 280 x 140 mm (27.6 x 11.0 x 5.5 in)
Weight: 3.7 to 8.2 kg (8.2 to 18.2 lb)*
Deck material options: Maple and polypropylene (3 colors)
Truck material options: Glass-reinforced polyamide and Aluminium
Range: 8 to 14 km (5.0 to 8.7 mi)**
Battery pack Lithium Ion, 36 V, 6,6 Ah*
Battery pack charging time 3 hours for full charge, 45 minuts for half charge*
Motory type in-wheel, direct-drive BLDC
Remote control: 2,4 GHz
Hi Everyone. My name is Xavi and I am the guy behind this project, and also new to this forum. I will now reply to the comments made so far, and try to keep up with newer ones. Please also feel free to write me directly if you want at xavi.garcia [at] larevolta.com (La Revolta is the name of the company, Traqpod is the name of the product).
The patented Traqpod truck has several functions. It allows for the trucks to fold back underneath the deck (bringing the total length of the product down to 70 cm from around 92 cm unfolded. I has safe locking mechanisms for both end positions, folded and unfolded. So no “wiggling” in either position (just developing this feature was a total pain in the a$$). The connection point of the two articulated parts features a rubber shock absorber. Very neat, really. As for the rest, it’s really like it’s shown in the GIFs above or on our website. We are kickstarting sometime this summer.
On second thougth, I’m thinking my replying to everyone may be considered spam by the moderators, or just not good etiquette. While someone confirms this is or isn’t the case, I’ll keep quiet
Yes and no. The trucks have two stable positions: folded and unfolded. But the rubber shock absorber can (and will) potentially be made in different thicknesses (and hardness levels). This will impact on several features of the whole skateboard: deck hight and turning radius. But I think the standard shock absorber we use will be OK for most everyone. Its a rather low riding skateboard.
I’m at my reply limit so let me use this to answer everyone. But remember I can’t reply anymore on this same topic, so feel free to start a new one or just write me.
It will not be a fad. I can’t guarantee it will not be a total craze like the so-called hoverboards, the iphone or sliced bread.
Out of Spain: you may be surprised to learn that there are, to my knowledge, THREE electric skateboard companies in Barcelona alone.
Bushings: that’s sooo 20th century… The Trapqod is a completely new truck system. Every single part (but basic screws and washers) has been custom designed.
Designed by non-skaters: that hurt, man But you may be right. Although my father got me my first Sanchesky skateboard when I was 12, I can’t really identify as a typical skater. This means I’m a non-typical skater. Let’s leave it at that.
Assume the remote control is regular 2.4Ghz radio control and Bluetooth is an app for telemetry? There is concerns for using Bluetooth to directly control the Esc
Speaking of ESCs, what are you using there & what cells, how many?
edit: Lithium Ion, 36 V, 6,6 Ah
8 to 14 km (5.0 to 8.7 mi)**
The remote is 2.4 GHz indeed, which is the EM spectrum frequency range called Bluetooth. We don’t have and will not have an app. The remote is fine and our lives are complicated enough without yet another app. Seriously, for control purposes it wouldn’t work. For other functions it may be OK.
We have tested several ESCs, motors and battery configurations, and keep in touch with manufacturers on their developments. Final components and specs will released a bit further down the line.
The Traqpod ABSOLUTELY was inspired by the Streetcarver (of which I own half a dozen). Back in 2002 the Streetcarver changed my life and directly inspired the Traqpod project. But if you look at it closely, the resemblance is only superficial (general shape and carving concept). Everything else are specific functional improvements, dare I say, on the BMW product. I’m realy proud of how the Traqpod came out, but I stood on the shoulders of a giant, so to speak.
Other inspirations: Carveboard, T-board, Slidecarver, K2 kickboards, Flexboardz…