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Basic Rider Optimization Training for the Segway
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Instructor Guide and Participant Workbook
Rev 3.5i - January 2004
© Segway LLC 2002
P/N 1707100001aa
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8
Course Summary
Who.
Entire class
What.
Review key points
Where.
Classroom
Method.
Interactive lecture, experiential learning, Q&A
Timing
Ride Outside (Optional)
45-60 min
Review Goals
15 min
Evaluation Forms Filled Out by Participants
15 min
Total Time
1 hour, 30 min
Topics
The following topics will be covered in this session:
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Ride Outside
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Review Goals
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Review these Need to Knows
Ride Outside (Optional)
Take riders on a follow-the-leader excursion outside. Try to choose a setting that,
if
it is not the
actual
riding environment, has similar terrain features. Ask riders to put on their helmets.
Lead the group, pointing out any terrain features that would be challenging, or any unpredictable
circumstances that could arise, such as transitioning terrain from flat to bumpy or bumpy to flat.
Expose rider to the types of terrain and obstacles to look for, so that they can use their best judgment
in negotiating the outside world. Below are some examples of challenging surfaces and possible
hazards to point out:
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Grass with hidden rocks, holes, or curbs
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Gravel or sand, especially on a slope
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Puddles
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Runoff or washout trough
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Wet grass, soft ground, mud, ice
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Narrow sidewalks
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Any obstacle that can slow or catch the outside of your wheel or bags on an e Series (door jam,
curb stone, fire hydrant)
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Low overhangs (signs, trees, door jam)
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Turns on slopes
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Metal grates and plates, railroad tracks, manhole covers, sewage drains
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Pipes sticking up
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Hoses, extension cords, wet leaves, small branches, and any item that can move beneath your
tires and cause traction loss
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Drop offs, especially on the blind side of a door
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Loose carpets/throw rugs
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Screws, glass, nails
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Cars backing up or running crosswalks/lights
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Animals and children
Avoid blind spots and use caution around building corners, driveways, parked cars, parking garages,
and opening doors on cars or buildings.