Phong Vu Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 Hi everyone, I'm a new rider and today is my first day riding an EUC to work. When traveling downtown using bike land, I discover a thing that I missed from my electric scooter: a bicycle bell. With the way some of the biker riding, I feel uncomfortable each time passing them. Could someone share the solution you're using in this regard? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rehab1 Posted September 10, 2019 Share Posted September 10, 2019 I had an miniature electric horn that I mounted to my wrist guards but it scared the crap out of people. There are thumb bells but the metal mount encapsulates your ring and index finger. Not a good idea. Involuntary amputation comes to mind. My method is to politely state “ coming on your left (or right) “. It traditionally works but I did manage to scare a kid riding a bike over a bridge this past weekend. He careened off the bridge’s concrete wall before coming to a stop. I apologized profusely! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phong Vu Posted September 10, 2019 Author Share Posted September 10, 2019 yeah, maybe not a horn because I don't want to scare anyone. Looking for something ringing like a bicycle bell, since people familiar with the sound and know what to expect. So far, I'm trying to say "excuse me! coming through", but I feel like I already too close to them and it might be dangerous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rywokast Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 (edited) 30 minutes ago, Phong Vu said: Hi everyone, I'm a new rider and today is my first day riding an EUC to work. When traveling downtown using bike land, I discover a thing that I missed from my electric scooter: a bicycle bell. With the way some of the biker riding, I feel uncomfortable each time passing them. Could someone share the solution you're using in this regard? i dont say anything when i pass someone, nor have i ever seen anyone use a bell or say anything,, here people just pass at any speed.. but why not just get something like a running finger bell https://www.inlinewarehouse.com/Powerslide_Skate_Trail_Finger_Bell/descpage-PWBELL.html you can pick them up anywhere like ebay ali etc for super cheap, probably some sports stores would also carry them Edited September 11, 2019 by Rywokast 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phong Vu Posted September 11, 2019 Author Share Posted September 11, 2019 thanks for suggestion, I might try to find it later. just found this on amazon for dirt cheap, probably will try this first because it looks easy to mount on wirst guard or backpack traps. https://www.amazon.ca/Walmeck-ROCKBROS-Rainproof-Handlebar-Accessory/dp/B07TZMTSZK/ref=sr_1_15?keywords=bicycle+electric+bell&qid=1568160062&s=gateway&sr=8-15 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rywokast Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 11 minutes ago, Phong Vu said: thanks for suggestion, I might try to find it later. just found this on amazon for dirt cheap, probably will try this first because it looks easy to mount on wirst guard or backpack traps. https://www.amazon.ca/Walmeck-ROCKBROS-Rainproof-Handlebar-Accessory/dp/B07TZMTSZK/ref=sr_1_15?keywords=bicycle+electric+bell&qid=1568160062&s=gateway&sr=8-15 cool, you can also get remotely controlled, rechargeable ones which might be better suited just strap it on to the euc handle or something and keep the remote in your pocket 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blicky Te⚡️la Posted October 11, 2019 Share Posted October 11, 2019 There has to be more on this. Living in the city, seems like horn/bell can be a matter of safety gear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eucinsea Posted October 12, 2019 Share Posted October 12, 2019 I just use my words and tell people when I am passing and on what side. More so than not I get a thank you, or a wave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyTop Posted October 12, 2019 Share Posted October 12, 2019 I just yell - “ GET OUTTA THE WAY!!!!! ......... for ole Dan Tucker ..... I’m too late , to get my supper!” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blicky Te⚡️la Posted October 13, 2019 Share Posted October 13, 2019 Cars, AirPods, etc render voice commands useless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LanghamP Posted October 13, 2019 Share Posted October 13, 2019 Do you have Bluetooth speakers on your EUC? I used xlr8 for that V8 sound, no need for a horn. When it worked, it worked well, but mostly it was laggy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phong Vu Posted October 13, 2019 Author Share Posted October 13, 2019 22 hours ago, prasket said: I just use my words and tell people when I am passing and on what side. More so than not I get a thank you, or a wave. I tried to use a small bell but so far this the most useful alert for cyclists and pedestrians. However, now I find another need for a really loud horn, some cars just keep turning right without checking the bike lane. Almost hit 2 of them so far... shouting is not useful in this case. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyTop Posted October 13, 2019 Share Posted October 13, 2019 3 minutes ago, Phong Vu said: cars just keep turning right without checking the bike lane. For me it is the city buses turning into bus stops. No hope for that other than to look out for bus stops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phong Vu Posted October 13, 2019 Author Share Posted October 13, 2019 3 hours ago, RockyTop said: For me it is the city buses turning into bus stops. No hope for that other than to look out for bus stops. I always try to not riding close (behind/side by side) with those big vehicles. Their blind spots are way too big for us on a wheel. Before EUC, I rode motorbikes for a long while, saw enough motorbikes's accident to have respect/fear of those big vehicles 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toad Posted July 19, 2020 Share Posted July 19, 2020 The V8 app can honk, but I haven't mastered how to honk and not crash at the same time, and anyway the app's honk is a good sound for maybe a barge, but not really a unicycle. So I like to have a rubber ducky in hand. Folks don't seem to object to a rubber duck, and the duck is always polite. But it took me quite a while to find a rubber duck that made enough noise and reinflated briskly to honk twice in quick succession. In fact, I would still like to find a louder duck. Do youall use rubber duckies? Which duck works best? The ducks I'm using now were sold as "Chiwava 4PCS 2.4'' Squeak Latex Puppy Toy Funny Animal Sets Pet Interactive Play for Small Dog Assorted Color". (Why it says "toy... for small dog", I have no idea, maybe it was a translation issue, as they are obviously safety ducks.) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tryptych Posted July 23, 2020 Share Posted July 23, 2020 On 9/10/2019 at 7:44 PM, Rehab1 said: I had an miniature electric horn that I mounted to my wrist guards but it scared the crap out of people. More details pls! That's exactly what I need for dealing with stupid cars that try to cut me off in the bike lane! Got a link or a picture? On 9/10/2019 at 8:13 PM, Phong Vu said: just found this on amazon for dirt cheap, probably will try this first because it looks easy to mount on wirst guard or backpack traps. https://www.amazon.ca/Walmeck-ROCKBROS-Rainproof-Handlebar-Accessory/dp/B07TZMTSZK/ref=sr_1_15?keywords=bicycle+electric+bell&qid=1568160062&s=gateway&sr=8-15 This is brilliant - exactly what I need, I am ordering one. Do you know what it sounds like? I hope it's LOUD! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Rehab1 Posted July 23, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 23, 2020 (edited) 34 minutes ago, Tryptych said: More details pls! That's exactly what I need for dealing with stupid cars that try to cut me off in the bike lane! Got a link or a picture? OMG I had to dust off this video. I use to fabricate most of my EUC ancillary devices at work so please look past my dress clothes safety attire. I modified the bell by cutting off the attachments and added velcro to the bottom. Edited July 23, 2020 by Rehab1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tryptych Posted July 23, 2020 Share Posted July 23, 2020 20 minutes ago, Rehab1 said: OMG I had to dust off this video. I use to fabricate most of my EUC ancillary devices at work so please look past my dress clothes safety attire. That's brilliant... I want something loud enough to help with cars, this looks like it might do the job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electric Dreams Posted July 24, 2020 Share Posted July 24, 2020 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tryptych Posted July 24, 2020 Share Posted July 24, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Jack King Song said: Jack that's awesome - show us your secrets! What were you using there? Is it similar to Rehab1's post above? ...or is that the EUC World app? I've never been able to get the horn working with my V8 Edited July 24, 2020 by Tryptych 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electric Dreams Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 On 7/24/2020 at 10:34 AM, Tryptych said: Jack that's awesome - show us your secrets! What were you using there? Is it similar to Rehab1's post above? ...or is that the EUC World app? I've never been able to get the horn working with my V8 DMed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toad Posted August 15, 2020 Share Posted August 15, 2020 (edited) On 7/23/2020 at 8:44 PM, Jack King Song said: Behave too much like an automobile, and you're going to get us all ejected onto the highway, not only in NYC, but everywhere: On that bridge, which is pretty well marked, some peds know they're in the wrong spot and cheerfully move, but others are tourists who will take 1 thing away from their visit to NYC: a resolution to do whatever it takes to prevent you from sailing that darn contraption in their state back home. An equally noticeable, but more whimsical, sound might be less risky. Maybe a nineteen-thirties A-hoo-ga? (Edit: Or a weed-whacker!) Curiously, the video ended right after the guy in the green shirt didn't know whether to leap left or right, and tried both at the same time. Did he kick you in the head? Edited August 15, 2020 by Toad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electric Dreams Posted August 17, 2020 Share Posted August 17, 2020 On 8/15/2020 at 8:44 PM, Toad said: Behave too much like an automobile, and you're going to get us all ejected onto the highway, not only in NYC, but everywhere: On that bridge, which is pretty well marked, some peds know they're in the wrong spot and cheerfully move, but others are tourists who will take 1 thing away from their visit to NYC: a resolution to do whatever it takes to prevent you from sailing that darn contraption in their state back home. An equally noticeable, but more whimsical, sound might be less risky. Maybe a nineteen-thirties A-hoo-ga? (Edit: Or a weed-whacker!) Curiously, the video ended right after the guy in the green shirt didn't know whether to leap left or right, and tried both at the same time. Did he kick you in the head? No the guy didnt kick me in the head, why would he? He's blocking a lane of traffic thats not meant for peds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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