Onewheel Death and Lawsuit

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This article discusses the risks associated with riding the Onewheel and highlights a civil product liability lawsuit against its manufacturer, Future Motion, following the tragic death of a Texas man. Onewheel, an electric one-wheeled skateboard, poses a unique risk due to the potential for sudden nosedives, a dangerous occurrence that can lead to severe injuries. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the victim’s surviving family, alleges that defects in the Onewheel caused the fatal crash, seeking compensation for various damages, including pain and suffering, medical expenses, and punitive damages.

The article questions whether the public has been misled about the safety of Onewheel, pointing to promotional materials that may have downplayed the risks. It also emphasizes the importance of rider education and responsible riding, highlighting how new riders may be unaware of the warning signs of a nosedive. The author advocates for better safety measures, such as improved warning systems and more robust motors, to mitigate the risk of nosedives. The article concludes by acknowledging the personal responsibility of riders but also underscores the duty of companies to inform consumers about safe product use. It encourages readers to make informed decisions regarding Onewheel riding and shares safety-related videos.

For more information on the lawsuit, readers are referred to provided links. The article also offers recommendations for safety gear for Onewheel riders.

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6 thoughts on “Onewheel Death and Lawsuit”

  1. Hey Jimmy, thanks for the videos and info! I’ve found them really helpful since I first started thinking about buying one. I finally did so a month ago and love it, but I’m also wary of the potential risks and try to ride with safety in mind.

    I have repeatedly heard in various reviews about nosedives occurring when the battery is low. I have also heard that it is important for battery longevity to run the Onewheel down to 1% or 0% on a regular basis.

    So, I have two questions for you:
    1. Do you run your batteries down like this? If so, do you have tips for doing so safely?
    2. At what battery percentage does the risk of nosediving start to increase?

    Thanks!
    Tom

    1. Just ride really slow, like walking pace when your battery is very low. You will feel it pushback as it gets near zero battery. Watch my Pint Range test video.

  2. Jimmy,

    Thanks for all your posts and videos. I bought a pint about 2 months ago and have been loving it. I have been very respectful of pushback, but love to ride fast. I crossed the 200 mile mark this week without a crash. Unfortunately yesterday I had my first nose dive. I am writing this from bed where I lay with what feels like a broken left side of my body. Anyway, I have two questions- in your experience at what battery level do you need to start slowing down to avoid the nose dive and have you tried the two x on a pint? Thanks. -Vincent Thomas

    1. I’m sorry to hear about your injury. Until you experience a true nosedive, people don’t understand how quickly and severe they can be. Wishing you a smooth recovery. I have never done any battery modifications to a Pint.

  3. Jimmy, thanks for your great website that helps us understand this amazing and fun activity. I just achieved 139 miles yesterday on my XR and really enjoy it a lot. I’ve only had one pushback experience but it wasn’t related to any of the typical things I’ve read about … the error message referred to “incompatible equipment.” The pushback slowed me way down until I stopped, turned off the OW, then turned it back on and everything seemed normal. I’ve ridden it another 20-30 miles or so since then and no repeat. My battery was fine, I wasn’t going too fast, and wasn’t on any unusually steep hills. Any idea what could have been going on? Thanks!

  4. It’s unfortunate, but I always find it really helpful for a rider to fall a few times off a OW. I think over confidence is a recipe for disaster. I’ve ridden my various OWs for years now. Even though I haven’t had a crash in over a year I’m still very aware the thing could zap out on me at any time. This thinking tends to keep me prepared and cautious.

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