Thursday, December 13, 2012

Custom Chrome Segways Fetured In new Buick Verano Ad

Check out these unique custom chrome Segways from Segway Of Oakland featured in the new Buick Verano holiday ad.

Segway of Oakland has the knowledge and experience necessary for almost any customization you can think of. For more info and Quotes, call Segway of Oakland today at 1-888-8SEGWAY

Thursday, November 15, 2012

$500 Off in Free Accessories on a Custom Built Segway Until December 1st

Segway of Oakland is offering $500 in free accessories with the purchase of a new Segway during the month of October and November. Plus, Free Delivery and Lessons for most Northern California locations.

Segway of Oakland is the only authorized Segway dealer in the East Bay, so they have the newest and most original Segways built to any configuration one can find on Segway's website at Segway.com. Simply give Segway of Oakland a call and they'll build a Segway to exact specifications, and because they're an authorized dealer, customers are assured of the most recent software release and registration directly with Segway. Segway of Oakland gives you the highest level of assurance and integrity because they supply all original Segway merchandise with the newest available components.

As with any high-tech machine, customers want the newest model and the newest release. With Segway of Oakland's free delivery of a made-to-order Segway, customers get the highest assurance of original and new equipment. These unique machines offer technology that no other vehicle offers.

The unique operation of the Segway personal transporter means that it can take some getting used to. New riders have to learn how to turn it on, how to get on, and how to ride safely. The Segway's unique operation means that new riders need some instruction just to get the basics needed to control a completely different vehicle. Segway of Oakland provides free lessons and private instruction along with the free delivery so it's a great way to get started with the Segway in a private setting.

Further, all of the instructors at Segway of Oakland are factory certified, with experience in training all types of Segway users from recreational users to security, as well as many other specialized applications. With experienced training guides, Segway of Oakland can get new people up and riding quickly and safely in the comfort of their own driveway, yard, adjacent park or other area, or commercial property.

The Segway PT is a high tech vehicle that is super efficient. The Segway is so small that it uses just pennies in energy. It centers the rider's weight directly over the wheels which maximizes energy transfer. It is super small and light so it does not take much energy to keep a Segway moving.

Most of all, the Segway is a fun way to travel very short distances. It takes a lot less effort than walking, but it takes a lot more effort than driving. Nothing else really has the same unique feel of gliding over the pavement. The Segway has great traction and it centers the rider in a balanced position, so it provides a unique feel that makes the Segway fun to ride.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Segway of Oakland Offers New, Lower Corporate Rental Options

The Segway is great for team building and for many other company events. Segway of Oakland has more rental options, a bigger rental fleet, and training staff to help make the Segway experience tons of fun.
The Segway is the only self balancing two-wheeled vehicle and has a unique method of operation. It's great for many company events because the Segway is something unique that everybody talks about once they give it a try.

As Segway of Oakland has grown, so has their staff and rental fleet allowing them to offer new, lower corporate rental rates and handle even large groups. Segway of Oakland can now offer guides for personal training, and provide liability coverage for hands-on interaction with groups between 2-200 people. Segway of Oakland also has special corporate rates for renting the Segway for companies that have experience with Segway units and want to do it themselves.

The Segway is great indoors or outdoors, and Segway of Oakland can even set up a closed course indoors to make the experience complete. A Segway takes some limited training and practice, so Segway of Oakland has the personnel there to help train people and get them up and running quickly. Further, with Segway of Oakland's personnel and hands on training and guidance their liability coverage provides up to two million dollars of protection. So, with Segway of Oakland's personnel there, companies have the experienced personnel needed to oversee the Segway as the are being used in team building exercises or other company events.

Segway of Oakland gets people up and standing on the Segway within a few minutes, and once the basic moves are understood, Segway guides give people the instructions and supervision they need to navigate a 5 or 6 minute course. This short ride on the Segway is really exciting for for first time Segway riders. People love it at company events because it is really exciting to learn to ride something like the Segway and get up and going in just a few minutes.

Segway of Oakland's personnel are very experienced and can train people with more skill and safety than any other Segway company in the area. That's because Segway of Oakland is an affiliate of Segway Inc. and has been doing it longer than anybody.

Segway of Oakland can get up to 10 units running at once on a short closed course and can train at the same time up to 100 people in an hour or 300 people in a three hour event. In past events in very large convention halls Segway of Oakland has handled events that have thousands of people. The Segway also works great in a very large convention setting where participants have various activity options, including a Segway course.
Riding the Segway over a short course is exciting at any corporate party for employees or other participants and Segway of Oakland can accommodate virtually any group size. People who have never ridden a Segway usually have the most memorable experience but even experienced Segway riders can learn some things about what's new with Segway from our guides. Typical event rental rates are $250 per guide. The new, special corporate rates are only $150 per guide/unit for up to 3 hours. Each guide handles at least one Segway at a time.

Three guides can usually handle 75 people in a 3 hour event, and the cost of three guides with units is now only $450. The more guides and units, the more riding time for the participants, and depending on the demographics of the group, more or less guides may be recommended. However, there is a substantial amount of flexibility, and we can accommodate budget requirements easily by pushing the number of guides down or up as needed.

Segway of Oakland also rents the Segway and has special corporate rates that are equivalent to 25% off the normal Segway rental rate. Companies that have used the Segway before for events, will often rent the Segways and do the event themselves. When companies use their own personnel and insurance, the costs are substantially less because they only need to pay rental rates for the Segways themselves.
A number of companies across the Bay Area rent the Segway PT from Segway of Oakland. In some cases, they rent them for events, but in other cases they use them for security or for their own personnel. Segways are great for patrolling around event areas and pathways. They are routinely rented for one day events of all kinds.

Any company can rent from Segway of Oakland at the special corporate rental rate. These rates start at $75 a day per unit or $245 a week per unit. That's at least 20% savings from previous rates at Segway of Oakland and 40% less than typical rates charged by many other firms. The Segway PT has no other operating requirements or costs other than charging them up, which amounts to pennies per day. Riders can glide all day and the cost is still just $75.

Segway of Oakland is also the only company in the area that rents both Segway i2's and x2's. That means one can opt for the regular Segway PT i2, or the more robustly-tired Segway x2. All of the other local rental firms rent the regular narrow tired version only.

Riding the Segway really is one the ultimate activities for many kinds of companies all across the Bay Area. They are the ultimate "green machine" and because they are one of the first totally unique vehicles to come along relatively recently, the Segway is invariably talked about for a long time after any corporate event or party. Plus, many companies rent the Segway for do-it-yourself events or for patrolling, event staff, or security.

Friday, September 14, 2012

Segway of Oakland Now Offers Reduced Rental Costs for Police and Security

The Segway PT is one of the greatest law enforcement tools ever invented. And now with Segway of Oakland's 2-for-1 police rental sale, departments can rent a Segway for half price!

Renting is better than buying for a lot of police departments and security companies. The Segway is especially helpful for crowded events or other areas where there is a concentration of people. The Segway is the ultimate patrol vehicle in a crowd because of its incredible maneuverability. Since the Segway can cover 25 times the ground in a day versus a person walking, it is easy to see why the Segway is so productive for so many applications.

The Segway works everywhere from schools, in parks, or in crowded city centers. It makes the officer, more approachable while at the same time giving more opportunity to cover more ground. The Segway can even be a winner at ballparks, convention centers, or just about anywhere that has a concentration of pedestrians.

Almost everybody has seen the Segways in malls or other public venues, or they have seen the movie "Mall Cop" where Paul Blart is the hero and rides the Segway. Laughs aside, the Segway really excels in both malls and airports where there are long hallways and walkways to patrol. The Segway covers that ground so much faster than walking that it's ridiculous. And a quad or a cushman just does not have the same kind of versatility and maneuverability in tight spaces. A Segway moves just as easily indoors as out, making it a better way to go than anything else out there.

Segways have one flaw and that is they are still expensive. But with Segway of Oakland's new rental program, police departments and security professionals can rent them anywhere in Nor Cal for half the normal price and give it a try without breaking the bank. Segway of Oakland is the only Segway dealer that has this kind of program.

Further, for those that do decide to buy, Segway of Oakland has more service options and more sales options as well. Nobody has been fixing Segways as long as the mechanics at Segway of Oakland, and almost everybody that has had major service done knows about the special care that Segway or Oakland treats it's customers and their units.

"We are one of the oldest Segway dealers and we have a lot of experience" said Darren Romar from Segway of Oakland. "We've been dealing with the Segway longer so customers can be assured of having a better experience when they do business with us", he continued.

"The Segway operates like no other vehicle so training and a staff are needed to make the Segway experience start out on the right foot”, said Romar. It is easy to have an adverse experience with a Segway because this vehicle takes some training and because it's operation is different from any other mode of transport, some people do not get started the right way. That's why Segway of Oakland is also offering, for a limited time only, free training with any rentals. Now the value that police departments and security professionals can obtain with this package surpasses everything else. Don't miss this opportunity to really give the Segway a try and see what it can do.

This device is so maneuverable anybody can do more with a Segway, given the right circumstances. And with our trained staff, you get riding quickly and easily rather than going through a protracted presentation that does not really even show you how to ride. Nobody else even comes close when it comes to making it easy quick, and non-stressful to get up on a totally new device that operates like nothing else.

This is a vehicle that does what other vehicles can't do. It can be an great alternative to walking, biking, or riding a horse. The reality is that it is much different than any of those things. So, it is appropriately used in a different way. The Segway makes the officer mobile, approachable, and it really adds some fun to the job, and that's also a part of it. It's different, it does different things, and it does a lot of things a lot better than anything else.

Call Segway of Oakland right now at 1-800-659-8731 to talk about the Segway and what it can do. Segway of Oakland's normal police rental rates are $99 a day, $199 for 3 days, $329 a week, $529 for 2 weeks or $729 a month. However, for a limited time, rentals are half the price. Two for the price of one! Since a Segway has almost no upkeep cost other than the unit itself, the operation costs are very minimum. There are no additional operating costs and the energy cost to charge the battery is so low it's quite negligible. This is a limited time offer that is currently valid through October 31 2012 on a first come first served basis. Give it a try today!

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Segway of Oakland Introduces Bay Area Segway Rentals and Delivery

Segway of Oakland is the only Bay Area Segway rental company that offers rentals on-site as well as in-house available for one-day through one-month rentals.

The vast majority of Segway rental firms do Segway tours or guided rentals. This makes sense because most people need instruction and training because a Segway is a totally new and different type of vehicle that requires new and different techniques. Most people have never ridden a Segway, and hands on instruction makes learning much easier.

However, for many situations, solo Segway rentals make a lot more sense and can be a lot more fun. Segways are available for people and companies to take on their own. This means that Segways can be rented in the Bay Area just like any other equipment rental.

Segways can be used for a wide range of activities. They are great for recreation, just like they are also great for patrolling or surveying large areas or parks. Segway of Oakland's flexible rental system means they can tailor a program that fits any need. From one day to one month, Segways cover a lot of ground.

It costs $99 a day, $199 for 3 days, $339 a week or $739 a month. There are also extra costs for special events such as Burning Man, plus cleaning fees and other fees for additional services.

Segway of Oakland is the only Segway company that offers delivery in Nor Cal as well as on-site instruction. So, Segway of Oakland can even arrange for the rental of several Segways and include delivery as well as on-site instruction. For those that want to test Segways out for anything, Segway of Oakland has the most options in Northern California.

Solo Segway rentals are unique, and only Segway of Oakland offers Segway rentals in the Bay Area. Now Segways can be rented for an event, for work, or just for fun. Give Segway of Oakland a call today at 1-888-8segway.

Thursday, July 5, 2012

New Segway Event Rentals Offered Throughout the Bay Area by Segway of Oakland

Segway of Oakland has one of the most extensive rentals fleets and knowledgeable training personnel for any company event or retreat adventure with the exciting Segway i2 and x2. For the best event available for any organization, Segway event rentals from Segway of Oakland are a unique activity that is simply unmatched by anything else.

The Segway is unique and tons of fun. Segway of Oakland offers Segways and personnel and will train up to hundreds of people at an event and offer short rides and lessons so anybody that wants to can learn to ride a Segway.


The Segway makes for an event that nobody will ever forget. With five Segways and five personnel Segway of Oakland can handle very large groups, and also offer hands-on training at the same time. These lessons at event are not as extensive as with Segway Lessons and Tours given in Oakland, but what Segway of Oakland does is use a highly controlled area and method so that participants can all learn the basics and try it out within a very short period of time.

Segway of Oakland gets people up and going in minutes, and by offering short five to ten minute sessions can literally handle groups with hundred of members. This is the best way for a lot of people to learn and figure out the basics of the Segway.

The Segway is a unique two wheeled scooter that operates like no other vehicle in the world. It has no steering wheel or brakes, yet it accelerates and stops on dime. The Segway is tons of fun. Darren Romar, Co-owner of Segway of Oakland says, "it feels like skiing over the pavement."
Yet a Segway is way easier than skiing or surfing or anything else like that. In fact it's so intuitive that learning the basic functions and get moving can be done within a couple minutes. Although the Segway feels very unstable at first, after a few seconds to understand the operation it is the most intuitive vehicle to operate that there is. The Segway is really easy to ride.

Most importantly is that your group will remember this event like no other. Segway of Oakland has done graduation parties, retirement parties, company picnic, company events, youth events, scouts, organizational events, luncheons, just name it. The Segway is something really special that can match with a multitude of events and activities.

For something more than the same old mundane stuff, try Segway Events with Segway of Oakland. This is the most efficient way to get a group up and going with a fun activity, and it can even be done indoors. It is a highly controlled process and unlike a long two mile or more tour, Segway of Oakland does this in a closed area where people learn and ride with the group and take turns.

It works out great for organizational or company parties. To find out more visit SegwayOfOakland.com

Monday, July 2, 2012

Segway of Oakland Offers Polo Lessons & Training for Company Events


For the most unique event available, try Segway Polo. A Segway Polo event is tons of fun and so unique that nobody will ever forget it. For a limited time through June, book ten Segway units, with personnel, near Oakland's Jack London Square for only $1400.

Segway Polo is a relatively new sport that has advocates such as Steve Wozniak and George Clark who are dedicated because of the excitement and fun that the game provides. Segway Polo is played in a very similar manner to traditional polo horseback, but the horses are replaced by Segways. It is actually a much different game because the Segway adds a unique attribute that you can't get from any other activity. Steve Wozniak describes how it got started, "We started out trying to emulate horse polo and bike polo rules. Bit by bit we discovered things that worked, things that didn't."

This is a great way to learn and try a Segway while also having fun, and learning how Segway polo is conducted. Most people look at Segway Polo as being eccentric and too expensive yet Segways are well adapted to this kind of movement, so people get into it quickly and they dedicate the time and effort it takes. It is actually a lot cheaper than real polo, which requires very expensive horses and training.

Riding the Segway on a large grass field is a ton of fun, and it offers a venue where people can take it at their own speed. Segway of Oakland will generally train the group right from the beginning and culminate with at least one chukka of game play. But the course of the event can be catered to the group in question. Segway of Oakland provides ten units and personnel for training and conducting the event. Segway of Oakland will often rotate groups on the Segways while others in the group use the outdoor picnic facilities for food or other activities. Many groups use the Segway Polo in conjunction with a full day corporate event that involves as many company personnel as interested.

Any company or group in the Bay Area can give Segway of Oakland a call about Segway Polo events in Oakland this summer. For a limited time, Segway of Oakland is offering the basic Segway Polo package for $1400 which includes personnel, units, and gear for up to four hours of riding time and instruction. This unique event is one that is a cut above in terms of providing something memorable and fun.

Friday, June 29, 2012

Segway of Oakland Offers $500 in Free Accessories, Plus Free Delivery in July

There has never been a better time than now to buy a new Segway! During the month of July only, Segway of Oakland is offering $500 in free accessories with the purchase of any made to order new Segway i2 or x2. Plus during this special offer only, Segway of Oakland will custom build a brand new i2 or x2 Segway to customer specifications and then deliver it anywhere in the Bay Area absolutely free!

The Segway is the world's only self balancing vehicle. Segway holds patents on this special technology that gives the rider a movement and feel found on no other vehicle. The Segway glides effortlessly and really is unique. This is a small vehicle that is like nothing else on the market.

Now customers can get a Segway made to order, get $500 in free accessories and free delivery in the Bay Area. But that's not all the Segway of Oakland has to offer for Bay Area Residents. Now customers can also get free training with the delivery. Never tried one before? That's OK because Segway of Oakland gives private tutorials and instruction when they deliver the unit. "As an established Segway dealer with years of experience, we can assist new Segway Owners in multitude of ways" says Darren Romar, Co-owner of Segway Of Oakland.

Segway of Oakland has been training Segway riders longer than anybody. And Segway of Oakland been putting them together longer than anybody around. For the most reliable operation and trouble free Segway experiences, why not get it made to order and delivered free!

Call Segway of Oakland today and get $500 in free accessories, free delivery, free instruction on any new i2 or x2 and experience what the Segway is all about. For the most unique experience around the Segway PT is the only way to go

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Segway of Oakland Offers 2 for 1 Midweek Segway Tours and Lessons

Segway of Oakland is an official Segway Dealer that offers sales, repair and upgrade services, and lessons throughout the Bay Area. The Segway is tons of fun, but you need to learn to ride before you can operate a Segway. A Segway Tour or a Segway Lesson from Segway of Oakland is one of the best values in the business. And, with this two-for-one offer, an already great deal becomes even better.
The Segway PT is the world's only self-balancing two wheeled scooter. It is one of the world's smallest vehicles, and it is designed for close-quarters situations. Many people have seen Segways at malls and airports because they make it easier for Security to get around these types of buildings.
Yet the Segway is not only functional, it has a unique feel and balance that is really exhilarating. Learning to ride a Segway is not that difficult, but it takes a while to get a feel for the machine. The Segway has no brakes or accelerator, and instead it follows body movement. As you lean forward, it goes forward, and as you lean back it stops and reverses.
The movement of a Segway is similar to water-skis or snow-skis but it's a lot more stable and takes a lot less time to get a feel for it. But the action of a Segway makes it feel like you're gliding on a pair of skis. Yet, the motion is totally unique. It is like nothing else out there.
In Oakland, you can ride and learn on some of the best pathways in the Bay Area. Lake Merritt and Jack London Square provide excellent areas for Segway riding and despite Oakland's reputation in some circles, these are the best Segway riding paths in the Bay. Learn to ride a Segway for a lot cheaper than in San Francisco or Golden Gate Park, get more riding time, ride at higher speeds if desired, and have a greater range of pathways and terrain to have fun on a Segway.
Riding in Jack London Square and along the waterfront Bay trails are excellent options that provide scenic waterfront views on the Oakland Alameda estuary, with much less cars and foot traffic versus the San Francisco waterfront. More paths, and less street riding means a lot more freedom to ride.
And, you just can't beat it when it's less than half the price. Book now through the end of June and bring in a copy of this press release and learn to ride a Segway today.

Sunday, May 27, 2012

Segway of Oakland Announces a Great Way to Save Money with a Segway

The Segway PT that Segway of Oakland sells is one of the most efficient vehicles in the world. It is small and transfers power perfectly to its wheels because of its self-balancing mechanism. Because it is small, efficient, and electric powered, it only takes about 25 cents to fill up completely, which gives about a 450 miles per gallon efficiency.

“One reason that you are actually seeing Segways more and more is because people are beginning to realize that only a Segway delivers the kind of efficiency that translates into 450 miles per gallon, said Darren Romar, Co-Owner of Segway of Oakland. “With a 25 mile range, the tiny Segway isn't really that far off from how far an electric car can go on a charge. They really are not that far off of what you get from a single charge in an electric car like the Chevy Volt or the Nissan Leaf. While both the Segway and electric car don’t have a super long range on a single charge, the Segway is far more efficient than the electric car.”

Romar continued, “Another big part of why Segways are being used more and more is because they are extremely fun to ride! A Segway zips along and you're having a blast! While practical and helps saves money, you’ll also have tons of fun along the way to your destination. It isn’t just a car where you just use it to go to work and go home (but you can choose to if you want), a Segway is fun like a sports car! A Segway will make you feel like you’re breezing by, like you’re skiing, or like you’re floating! Get a Segway and have some fun while saving yourself tons of money.”

Efficient and maneuverable, owners can even take their Segways on BART. That's where Segways are really unique compared to other vehicles. It's so small you can get a permit for Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) and you can take it onto the train! That makes for the world's most efficient system in terms of pure emissions and efficiency. The Segway is a tiny vehicle that provides far greater mobility than on foot and it's tons of fun. When you couple it with something like BART it really works to get people around.

Try a Segway today (by going on a tour with Segway of Oakland) and get a feel for the Segway. People can rent, go on the tour, or purchase a new or used Segway, to try for themselves. Equip the chosen Segway with accessories from Segway Inc. to make your ride even more fun and enjoyable. Segway of Oakland is the longest term Segway service center in Northern California so bring your Segway to Segway of Oakland and keep your Segway running great. Call 1-888-8SEGWAY and visit http://www.segway of Oakland to learn more about their products and services. Spend a little time and money and try a Segway today!

Friday, April 6, 2012

Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway Offers New Segway Lesson Options

Segway of Oakland is offering lessons to new riders, so hurry now! Hurry and call us now because we are the only Northern California dealer that offers onsite lessons and training, and also because learning to ride a Segway is easy and a lot of fun!
We are the only Dealer in Northern California that offers onsite lessons and training in addition to private onsite training for individuals as well as tours and training with guides. And since the vast majority of people don't know how to ride a Segway, the way most people experience their first Segway ride is through a tour or other guided rental. Segway tours almost always include a substantial amount of introduction and beginner level training.
Segway Tours that include training are available at several locations through Northern California as well as throughout the world. Recognizing that only a few people know the basics of how to operate a Segway, such as how to turn a Segway on, these Segway tours companies are really Segway training centers. However, many people still shy away from trying a Segway because there are not a lot of options for training. Generally people would need to go on a tour to learn how to ride a Segway, but that generally means training with a lot of other people which requires that them to learn it at the same speed as the group.
Segway tours are the most accessible way to learn to ride the Segway, and thankfully in the Bay Area there are many other options because of Segway of Oakland. Onsite training for businesses and agencies such as law enforcement agencies are available as well as onsite private training for individuals. For anyone needing or wanting private Segway riding instruction, Segway of Oakland has the most experienced personnel. Segway of Oakland can offer a wide range of Segway training services.
A lot of people prefer private instruction and may not be as interested in taking a tour. You can rent the Segway for a day or a week, and in a lot of cases, private lessons and instruction can be included as a part of the rental, so you can skip the tour and just focus in the lesson and the riding. Segway of Oakland even offers delivery and training at the event or location where you want to use the Segway, and they have both the wide tired Segway X2 and the narrow tired Segway i2.
We also offers the lowest priced guided lessons and tours at Jack London Square and Lake Merritt in Oakland. The pathways in Oakland are actually a lot freer of cars and congestion than in many other areas, and the routes at Jack London Square offer great views of the Bay and Estuary in one of the better parts of Oakland. The route is easier than at most other tour locations, and because it's right next to our warehouse in Oakland, you can get three hours of training and then riding time for only $65. Further, Segway of Oakland has special deals that allow new riders to get midweek training and rentals for as low as $35.
The only Segway dealer that offers this many training and lesson options is Segway of Oakland. We have been doing this specialized training for longer than just about anybody in Northern California. For anyone in the Bay Area wanting Segway lessons and or training, give us a call at 510-832-2429, and please be sure to visit our website at http://www.segwayofoakland.com. We introduce the easiest way to learn how to ride a Segway, so stop by our shop today and let us teach you how to ride a Segway!

Monday, April 2, 2012

Segway of Oakland’s New Bay Area Segway Rentals

Segways are for rent everywhere by tour companies and all kinds of tour operators that offer Segway tours and Lessons, but only a few dealers offer Segways just for rent. Now people can rent Segways from us, Segway of Oakland, for events or for daily, weekly, or monthly. It's the only place in the Bay Area where people can pick Segways up for rent, and now we also offer rental delivery anywhere in the Bay Area.
Renting a Segway is tons of fun. The Segway is the world's first self-balancing scooter, and riding one is very easy. However, because this vehicle is totally unique, it does take a little practice and a lesson from an experienced and trained Segway tour guide to help new riders get going. We offer one-on-one personal lessons that can help new riders get up and going on a Segway in no time at all.
“When you rent a Segway from us you get the original Segway PT,” said Steven Steinberg, Co-Owner of Segway of Oakland. “Our veteran staff can teach you to ride on site, or in just about any convenient place. The Segway is adaptable so once you get going you'll find that it can go over a lot of different kinds of surfaces.”

Steinberg continued, “We have both the wide tired, off-road X2, and the narrow tired I series Segway that is better for maneuvering through crowds. Our units have lean-steer technology, which means you lean back and forth to steer and turn. These are the newer Generation 2 units, and we also have some of the older Generation 1 series Segways that use the twist grip steering, which we offer at special requests.”

Weekends and holidays book quickly so it's recommended that anyone wanting to rent a Segway reserve their rental units ahead of time. The rates are $99 a day, $199 a week, $399 for two weeks, and $729 for a whole month. The rental process is very easy, and all we need is your driver’s license, a major credit card, and a signature for each Segway that you rent.

We also provide onsite private Segway lessons, so for anyone wanting to learn how to ride and would rather have private instruction, they will do that onsite as well (Bay Area only). For law enforcement enterprises and personnel, we even have special rental rates that are 25% lower on average, and we offer special training for law enforcement personnel.

Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway have been renting, selling, and servicing Segways for longer than just about anybody. For anyone wanting to learn how to ride a Segway or just to learn more about the Segway, or have ever become curious about the Segway, satisfy that curiosity today by calling Segway of Oakland at 888-8SEGWAY or 510-832-2429. Be sure to visit the Segway of Oakland website at http://www.segwayofoakland.com to learn more about Segways and the products and services that Segway of Oakland offers.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

A New Segway PT gets the equivalent of 450 miles per gallon of Gas!

Just as the title says, a brand new Segway PT is Ultra-Efficient! It also gets the equivalent of 450 Miles Per Gallon of Gas so it is really great for the environment. A Segway is best for traveling around the city (it has a range of 25 miles and goes up to top speeds of 12.5 Miles Per Hour), and is great for recreational activities! The Segway is super small and it transfers power perfectly to the wheels because of its self-balancing mechanism. Nothing can match the ultra-efficiency of a Segway.

A Segway is a different kind of vehicle because it's a personal transporter. A personal transporter is an ultra-small vehicle that is not an alternative for a larger automobile but instead is meant for short distances. No doubt that a personal transporter does not have the same qualities of a larger vehicle in terms of what it does, but the ultra-small Segway has some serious advantages for short range transportation and that's one reason that Segways persist even though everybody thought they would just be a fad.
One reason that you are actually seeing Segways more and more is because people are beginning to realize that only a Segway delivers the kind of efficiency that translates into 450 miles per gallon. With a 25 mile range, the tiny Segway isn't really that far off from how far an electric car can go on a single charge. They really are not that far off of what you get from a single charge in a Chevy Volt, Nissan Leaf, or etc. Like the Segway, electric cars don't have a super range on a single charge, but they also don't have anywhere near the kind of efficiency that a Segway does.”
Part of having a vehicle that does any real good for the environment and when it comes to limiting emissions is the efficiency of the vehicle. Even electric vehicles that report fewer emissions uses electricity and the electricity have to be generated somewhere. A lot of electric power in the USA is generated by coal, which doesn’t really translate to fewer emissions because it requires the burning of coal. The way that electric vehicles reduce their emissions is partly due to their small size for a car, so in terms of size and efficiency, the Segway has it beat by a long shot.
A Segway takes about 25 cents to "fill up" which translates into about 450 miles per gallon. That's efficiency (mostly due to its small size and direct power transfer)! When you're getting 450 miles per gallon of gasoline, then you're really doing something for the planet.
A Segway is a powered vehicle, and although it's far from effortless, it has a motor, or rather motors. The Segway is designed as a super small, super-efficient powered vehicle and you can go 5 miles on it with about a 20th the effort it takes on foot. But because it's not a car, with a 25 miles range, the Segway is best to use for travel around the neighborhood or around the city. And because the Segway is only about as wide as a person’s own shoulders, the Segway is extremely maneuverable in crowds.
Another big part of a Segway is that it's fun. A Segway zips along and you're having a blast while you're getting 450 miles per gallon! A Segway is really like a Real Car in that it is fun! It isn’t like a four-door sedan where you just use it to go to work and go home (but you can choose to if you want), a Segway is fun like a sports car! A Segway will make you feel like you’re breezing by, like you’re skiing, or like you’re floating! Get a Segway and have some fun and get 450 miles per gallon.
Segway owners can even take their Segway on BART. That's where Segways really have something unique. It's so small you can get a permit for Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) and you can take it onto the train! That makes for the world's most efficient system in terms of pure emissions and efficiency. The Segway is a tiny vehicle that provides far greater mobility than on foot, and it's tons of fun, and when you couple it with something like BART it really works to get people around.
At our shop, Segway of Oakland, located in Oakland, California, we service Segways almost exclusively and we've serviced units from tour companies with newer models of Gen 2 Segways that have over 20,000 miles. The Segway is made in the USA and it’s built really well and lasts a really long time. So even though a Segway is still expensive in the short-run, it is very durable and reliable (and FUN), and it is super-efficient so it can even help save money in the long-run. We encourage people to try the Segway to get a feel for the Segway themselves, and we are also providing lessons on how to ride Segways, and are offering Segways for rent or for sale. We even have accessories that goes on your Segway straight from Segway Inc. for sale. As the longest term Segway service center in Northern California, bring your Segway to our shop and let us help keep your Segway running strong. Please  1-888-8SEGWAY and visit our website http://www.segwayofoakland.com to learn more about the Segway, the products and services we offer, and how you can be a Segway owner today!


Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway Announces Free Delivery and Lessons with the Purchase of a New Segway from Segway of Oakland for anyone in Northern California!

For a limited time, we are offering to build and deliver brand new Segway i2's or X2's absolutely free anywhere in Northern California. And to sweeten the deal, for anyone buying a new Segway from us, we’ll also throw in free private lessons and training for anybody in Northern California!
The Segway is a unique machine, and because it's such a high-tech device, it's really special to buy it new. The new Segways that we sell are fresh off the assembly line, and we have been selling Segways in Northern California for longer than anybody else. And for anybody that wants to have their new Segways delivered to Northern California, we even have a specialized Segway van that we use to bring it to you!

With our uniquely trained staff, they can provide the extra private training to get new riders up and running on this incredible machine. A Segway is tons of fun and with their unique delivery and training special, new riders can get private instruction on their brand new i2 or x2.

The Segway is made in the USA, and it also is a unique machine that offers a bunch of unique abilities. It's super small, it balances itself, and it is maneuverable because you're standing in an upright position. No other vehicle can move through crowds like the Segway PT.

With our specialized staff, and with the ability to service at a distance, we can even deliver the Segway of your choice, and loaded with the accessories we get from Segway Inc. just the way you want it! Choose between the X2 or the i2, whichever suits your needs best, and begin your journey on this completely unique machine.

Learning to ride a Segway is an all-new experience that new riders won't soon forget. And now with the free delivery and training that we provide, you can even experience the Segway PT right in your own back yard. This offer is for any purchase of a new Segway PT from Segway of Oakland. Check out http://www.segwayofoakland.com or http://www.segway.com for more information about models and accessories and availability, and then call Segway of Oakland at 1-888-8SEGWAY to buy one today!

Monday, February 13, 2012

Get Your New On Site Segway Rentals from Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway!

Now Segway of Oakland is offering to deliver Segways anywhere in Northern California. Segways are great for events and any special occasion where there is the want for something special, and that makes a difference.

The Segway is the world's first self-balancing vehicle, and the Segway is the same size as a person. Its position is upright, so it maneuvers through crowds like no other vehicle ever made. The Segway is great to look at, and it’s a ton of fun. Some people even compare the feel of a Segway to the feel of gliding on a pair of skis. The Segway glides like no other vehicle, and because of its self-balancing technology, it is driven by leaning forwards and backwards, or side to side. There is no accelerator or brakes, and the self-balancing Segway moves according to your body position. So, it accelerates and stops with incredible precision, even though it has no accelerator.

Lean back and the Segway stops, and lean back more and it goes backwards. Stand still and it stays still. It's the only vehicle that seems like a mind reader. The rider and Segway are so in sync that nothing else feels like a Segway. This makes the Segway a lot of fun, but it's not just a fun recreational vehicle. It also has some features no other vehicle has. Its maneuverability is better than anything else, and because the rider’s position is upright, it provides much better visual.

We have delivery options for anywhere in Northern California. Alternatively you can save money by simply picking them up at Segway of Oakland’s warehouse in Oakland, but we'll even  provide the convenience of delivering it right to your location. The Segways are great for special events, parties, and other occasions. You can also rent a fleet to test it out in a particular area, or they can be rented as single units for daily or weekly rentals.”

Segway of Oakland is the only hands on Segway dealer in Northern California that has them available and can bring them to you, so call Segway of Oakland at 1-888-8SEGWAY today to place your order, or visit http://www.segwayofoakland.com for more information. Segway of Oakland is also the only Segway dealer that can provide training, and or even personnel for events. However, unlike other rental outfits, Segway of Oakland also offers to rent out their Segways for private use, and they will even provide the training as needed. No matter the situation, Segway of Oakland is the only Segway rental company that provides the options needed for unique circumstances.

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Segway of Oakland's Holiday Service Special will expire in 1 week!


We announced our new service special to the world on December 23, and now time is running out! With only 1 week remaining, hurry over to Segway of Oakland to take advantage of this amazing deal and save yourself a ton of money!

Dec 23, 2011 -
Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway has recently announced their Segway service special, and is now announcing their holiday Segway service special that will be for a limited time only. The holiday special will begin today and end January 31st, 2012.

Segway of Oakland has been servicing these unique vehicles for longer than anyone else in Northern California, and is now offering two discounted holiday service specials. The 4 star holiday service package for the i series, XT or X2 will cost $150, which is $75 OFF from the regular price of $225 (and is recommended for Segways that are under 3,500 miles), and the 5 star holiday service package for the i series, XT or X2 will cost $299, which is $51 OFF from the regular price of $350 (and is recommended for Segways that are over 3,500 miles). And just like the regular Segway service special, the 4 star service package will include a series of inspections and replacements, and the 5 star service package will include the same, and much more.

“And in case you haven’t heard about our Segway Service package yet, whether you choose the 4 star service package, or the 5 star service package, there will be essential services that you can count on,” said Steven Steinberg, co-owner of Segway of Oakland. “Some of the services that will be offered include the inspection of your Segway’s tire’s pressure, inspection of the rims for damage or wear, rider detection inspection, inspection of the platform for leaks, inspection of the battery voltage, the battery’s case and gasket, replacement of rusted fasteners, replacement of battery fasteners, and more.”

Segway of Oakland offers service for all models of Segway scooters, and will also provide service for rental fleets and commercial units. Steinberg continued, “I think the service package will really help Segway owners out, because we will have our experienced Segway technicians inspect the Segway for any damages or worn parts that the owners may not even realize is damaged or worn, which could become a safety risk. Segway of Oakland has also been offering Segway service of this kind for longer than everyone else in Northern California, so why not let one of the most, if not the most, experienced Segway shop in Northern California check out your Segway.”

Take advantage of Segway of Oakland’s Holiday Segway Service Special now while it lasts and save yourself a bunch of money. Steinberg continued, “If you have ever thought that there was something wrong with your Segway, or if it just doesn’t feel right to you, go ahead and call us today at (510) 832-2429 and see if we can help make your Segway feel brand new!”

Visit www.segwayofoakland.com for more information about Segways and Segway services that Segway of Oakland offers.

Monday, January 23, 2012

Segway of Oakland Announces their New Service Options:

Segways are new high tech machines that require specialized tools and service knowledge. Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway now offer new service packages and better options for on site service.

“We have a new Segway service van with everything that we need to service your units on site in many cases,” said Darren Romar, co-owner of Segway of Oakland. “Nobody has been working on Segways longer than Segway of Oakland. We offer specialized service packages exclusively for law enforcement and security throughout Northern California.”

Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway are the most reliable resources when it comes to working on Segways. We make custom parts and accessories for Segways, and we do more specialized custom work on Segways than anybody else in the business. The specialized knowledge our custom work gives us also gives us an edge when it comes to servicing the Segway right.

We work on all models of Segways, and we’ve been doing it longer than anybody else. Customers can choose to bring their Segway into our service shop in Oakland, or they can arrange for it to be picked up and delivered.

Segway of Oakland is a factory authorized service provider, and we use all original Segway parts and equipment. When it comes to servicing your Segway PT, Segway of Oakland is one of the best, so give us a call at 510-832-2429 or visit our website http://www.segwayofoakland.com.

Thursday, January 19, 2012

Customized Segways from Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway:


When it comes to working on Segway PTs nobody offers more than Segway of Oakland does. They not only provide factory authorized service, but they also do specialized custom work on Segway PTs. Segway of Oakland’s customized Segways have an appearance that is like no other vehicle on the market.Check out some of Segway of Oakland's customized Segway PTs for something truly unique.

Segway of Oakland has done more customization work than anybody else. The customized work is generally for looks, but they also do some specialized adaptations including trailer hitches, carriers, and various types of apparatus designs to hold anything from a sign to a 12 gauge. Most of the designs are cosmetic, but include dramatic customized rims, handlebars, chrome work, airbrush painting, and anodization to make for some of the unique machines built anywhere.

Many companies and other organizations have used Segway of Oakland to build customized Segways based on company colors, images, or logos, and the Segway itself is a really neat device to customize in that way. The Segway is the ultimate Green Machine, but it's also a unique device that uses proprietary technology that is not used by other vehicles. The Segway balances perfectly over its wheels so it has a great application of power and traction. It has no accelerator or brakes, yet it follows the movement of the rider, and accelerates or stops on a dime.

A customized Segway is something unique that gets a lot of attention. Although often ridiculed, the unique design wins people over and it gets them talking. That's why many companies and many people have found that a customized Segway is the ultimate attention getter, and it's great for branding and creating activity. The Segway flat out stir things up in a crowd, and so people have realized that it's a great medium for getting people together as well as a unique machine with interesting design characteristics.

The Segway is absolutely also the best vehicle in a crowd. That's why mall cops use them. They can move through a crowd with much more precision than a bike or other vehicle. A Segway is small, it is great for short distances, and the vertical stance makes it useful in more crowded areas or in parks or closed gated areas where there are a lot of paths. In those kinds of areas it's way more maneuverable than other vehicles.

“Most of our customizations included customized rims and handlebars as well as paint jobs, anodization, and other high-end cosmetic work,” said Darren Romar, co-owner of Segway of Oakland. “We're insured, we’re an authorized dealer, and we guarantee high quality work. We do work in concert with the parent company, and so we don't make any kinds of structural or mechanical changes as Segway strictly controls how this machine works through its warranty and service. It's a totally unique machine, so the parts are limited, and we have to work with the parent company to assure that all of our custom work is essentially cosmetic and does not affect the working of the unit itself.”

Romar continued, “Nonetheless, nobody has done more extensive work on Segways, and our customizations really show it. We start with really basic work, but in most cases we hand build the rims and fabricate them out of aluminum. It is expensive work for what is an essentially cosmetic change, but the fabricated aluminum rim specs out a lot better for the same weight than the composite, and it's the extreme cost of doing it that makes it out of the question for the production model. It's expensive, but it also looks like a million bucks.”

Check out some of Segway of Oakland's customized Segway PTs for that unique look that really gets attention. Customized Segways by Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway are the most unique machines built anywhere. Visit http://www.segwayofoakland.com, or call 510-832-2429 for more information about Segway of Oakland’s uniquely customized Segway PTs.

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Segway of Oakland's Holiday Service Special will expire in fewer than 3 weeks!

We announced our new service special to the world on December 23, and now time is running out! Time zooms by really fast and our discounted holiday service special is almost over. Hurry over to Segway of Oakland to take advantage of this amazing deal and save yourself a ton of money!

Dec 23, 2011 -
Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway has recently announced their Segway service special, and is now announcing their holiday Segway service special that will be for a limited time only. The holiday special will begin today and end January 31st, 2012.

Segway of Oakland has been servicing these unique vehicles for longer than anyone else in Northern California, and is now offering two discounted holiday service specials. The 4 star holiday service package for the i series, XT or X2 will cost $150, which is $75 OFF from the regular price of $225 (and is recommended for Segways that are under 3,500 miles), and the 5 star holiday service package for the i series, XT or X2 will cost $299, which is $51 OFF from the regular price of $350 (and is recommended for Segways that are over 3,500 miles). And just like the regular Segway service special, the 4 star service package will include a series of inspections and replacements, and the 5 star service package will include the same, and much more.

“And in case you haven’t heard about our Segway Service package yet, whether you choose the 4 star service package, or the 5 star service package, there will be essential services that you can count on,” said Steven Steinberg, co-owner of Segway of Oakland. “Some of the services that will be offered include the inspection of your Segway’s tire’s pressure, inspection of the rims for damage or wear, rider detection inspection, inspection of the platform for leaks, inspection of the battery voltage, the battery’s case and gasket, replacement of rusted fasteners, replacement of battery fasteners, and more.”

Segway of Oakland offers service for all models of Segway scooters, and will also provide service for rental fleets and commercial units. Steinberg continued, “I think the service package will really help Segway owners out, because we will have our experienced Segway technicians inspect the Segway for any damages or worn parts that the owners may not even realize is damaged or worn, which could become a safety risk. Segway of Oakland has also been offering Segway service of this kind for longer than everyone else in Northern California, so why not let one of the most, if not the most, experienced Segway shop in Northern California check out your Segway.”

Take advantage of Segway of Oakland’s Holiday Segway Service Special now while it lasts and save yourself a bunch of money. Steinberg continued, “If you have ever thought that there was something wrong with your Segway, or if it just doesn’t feel right to you, go ahead and call us today at (510) 832-2429 and see if we can help make your Segway feel brand new!”

Visit www.segwayofoakland.com for more information about Segways and Segway services that Segway of Oakland offers.

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Holiday Service Special! Hurry!! ENDS SOON!!

On December 23 our new service special was announced to the world! As we all know, time flies and its already 2012! Hurry in to take advantage of this awesome deal before its over! 

Dec 23, 2011 -
Segway of Oakland and Bay Area Segway has recently announced their Segway service special, and is now announcing their holiday Segway service special that will be for a limited time only. The holiday special will begin today and end January 31st, 2012.

Segway of Oakland has been servicing these unique vehicles for longer than anyone else in Northern California, and is now offering two discounted holiday service specials. The 4 star holiday service package for the i series, XT or X2 will cost $150, which is $75 OFF from the regular price of $225 (and is recommended for Segways that are under 3,500 miles), and the 5 star holiday service package for the i series, XT or X2 will cost $299, which is $51 OFF from the regular price of $350 (and is recommended for Segways that are over 3,500 miles). And just like the regular Segway service special, the 4 star service package will include a series of inspections and replacements, and the 5 star service package will include the same, and much more.

“And in case you haven’t heard about our Segway Service package yet, whether you choose the 4 star service package, or the 5 star service package, there will be essential services that you can count on,” said Steven Steinberg, co-owner of Segway of Oakland. “Some of the services that will be offered include the inspection of your Segway’s tire’s pressure, inspection of the rims for damage or wear, rider detection inspection, inspection of the platform for leaks, inspection of the battery voltage, the battery’s case and gasket, replacement of rusted fasteners, replacement of battery fasteners, and more.”

Segway of Oakland offers service for all models of Segway scooters, and will also provide service for rental fleets and commercial units. Steinberg continued, “I think the service package will really help Segway owners out, because we will have our experienced Segway technicians inspect the Segway for any damages or worn parts that the owners may not even realize is damaged or worn, which could become a safety risk. Segway of Oakland has also been offering Segway service of this kind for longer than everyone else in Northern California, so why not let one of the most, if not the most, experienced Segway shop in Northern California check out your Segway.”

Take advantage of Segway of Oakland’s Holiday Segway Service Special now while it lasts and save yourself a bunch of money. Steinberg continued, “If you have ever thought that there was something wrong with your Segway, or if it just doesn’t feel right to you, go ahead and call us today at (510) 832-2429 and see if we can help make your Segway feel brand new!”

Visit www.segwayofoakland.com for more information about Segways and Segway services that Segway of Oakland offers.