Skateboard or scooter: what are we talking about?
Both follow the same rules in France (EDPM): 25 km/h maximum and compulsory third-party liability insurance. The difference lies in the terrain.
Electric skateboard or electric scooter: the comparison
Electric skateboard or electric scooter: both are powered personal transporters (EDPM in France). One is ridden without handlebars, with a remote control; the other with handlebars.
The guide
Skateboard or scooter: head to head, without superlatives
The Stern' versus an electric scooter
Control: by remote control, without handlebars, for the Stern'; with handlebars for the scooter. Stance: sideways, as in boardsports; or standing, facing the road. Wheels: 3 for the Stern'; 2 for the scooter. Terrain: tarmac, cycle paths, tracks, sand, and snow with the Snow Kit for the Stern'; mainly tarmac and cycle paths for the scooter. Waterproofing: IP67 for the Stern'; varies by scooter model. Range: 20 to 100 km depending on the battery for the Stern'; varies by scooter model.
Beyond the figures, real-world use
For a daily journey on tarmac, the two are broadly equal. To leave the cycle paths, the all-terrain electric skateboard has the edge, thanks to its waterproofing and suitable tyres. It is also a question of stance: standing behind handlebars, or sideways, as on a board.
A note on vocabulary
The word "skate" is sometimes used for any wheeled device. An electric skateboard is still a board, different from roller skates or an unpowered longboard. The exact specifications of each Stern' are on its product page.
The range
Choose your Stern'
Integrated battery
Stern' Urban
The battery is in the board: nothing on your back for your city journeys. 20 km, 1000 or 2000 W motor.
From €1,990or €165.83/month for 12 months · 0% fixed APRTotal amount payable €1,990 · total amount of credit €1,824.13 · fixed borrowing rate 0% · 12 interest-free instalments with Sternboard. Taking out credit is a commitment and it must be repaid. Check that you can afford the repayments before committing.
15 Ah backpack battery
Stern' 50 km
The battery travels in a backpack and the board stays light: the Stern' for discovering trails, in 1000 or 2000 W.
From €2,390or €199.17/month for 12 months · 0% fixed APRTotal amount payable €2,390 · total amount of credit €2,190.87 · fixed borrowing rate 0% · 12 interest-free instalments with Sternboard. Taking out credit is a commitment and it must be repaid. Check that you can afford the repayments before committing.
20 Ah backpack battery
Stern' 75 km
75 km for long rides, in 1000 or 2000 W.
From €2,690or €224.17/month for 12 months · 0% fixed APRTotal amount payable €2,690 · total amount of credit €2,465.87 · fixed borrowing rate 0% · 12 interest-free instalments with Sternboard. Taking out credit is a commitment and it must be repaid. Check that you can afford the repayments before committing.
25 Ah backpack battery
Stern' 100 km
25 Ah, up to 100 km: the Stern' for full days out, in 1000 or 2000 W. With the 2000 W, steep slopes and soft ground.
From €2,990or €249.17/month for 12 months · 0% fixed APRTotal amount payable €2,990 · total amount of credit €2,740.87 · fixed borrowing rate 0% · 12 interest-free instalments with Sternboard. Taking out credit is a commitment and it must be repaid. Check that you can afford the repayments before committing.
Buying
Buy with confidence
- 2-year guaranteeLegal guarantee of conformity, covering the whole product.
- Free delivery (worth €150)On every Stern', tracked and insured, with a tracking link by e-mail. Accessories: €5 delivery, free on orders of €100 or more.
- Pay in 10 or 12 instalmentsPay in 10 or 12 interest-free instalments with Sternboard; or by bank card.
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