BY JADEN HARRIS, Freshman
BLYTHEWOOD - Ever since the Marty McFly navigated around on one in the movie “Back to the Future Part II”, people have looked forward to the day they could own a hoverboard.
Introducing the new and improved IO Hawk Segway, without handles, was a bit risky for the marketers of this merchandise.
“I feel as though teens are more attracted to this merchandise because of it’s slick and modern style and another way of transportation,” sophomore at Lancaster High School Dajah Stover said.
Although these hoverboards are very stylish they have been known to cause a little bit of heat.
A total of 90 percent of people have experienced explosions of their IO Hawk Segway, according to TomsGuide.com.
Cities have been banning the merchandise for catching fire, putting restrictions on them and consulting about providing permits to own one legally.
“The merchandise is highly expensive, considering all celebrities have at least two or three, the customers are less hungry than before for the item,” junior at Lancaster High School Deavian Champion said.
Commentary from the adults perspective was a little cliche, ranging from “to expensive”, “waste of money” and “not very convenient”. Until running into a grown-up with a very opposite answer.
“Having these Segway type objects will allow students a better chance of getting across campuses, but underclassman such as middle school, high school should not be allowed to ride these on campus, but should be able to own these in their personal life,” said Ghanbria Harris, Physical Education teacher at Kelly Mill.
Teens feel as though hoverboards are a great source of transportation and a very useful tool in the long run, if someone just wants to take a ride through your neighborhood or do some other activity similar to the one presented.
Overall, the IO Hawk Segway is a great investment but comes with great responsibility.
