Downtown and Over-the-Rhine are seeing more and more Segways scooting around lately. Special events and festivals often feature Segway test drives, or organizers using them to offer directions, and more police officers are using them to navigate the urban landscape as they patrol our urban core. Some places like
Gilpin's Bagel & Deli have even begun using Segways for delivery services.
The increased activity is coming from Segway of Cincinnati's new store in Over-the-Rhine located across the street from popular green general store, Park+Vine.
Located inside the Gateway Building at the northeast corner of Central Parkway and Vine Street, Segway of Ohio - Cincinnati has quickly become one of the hotspots in the
Gateway Quarter retail district.
Given the success of the new location, store owner Joy Littleton is planning a grand opening celebration for Thursday, September 17 from 5pm to 7pm at their store. At the celebration there will be Segway demonstrations in the plaza in front of the store, food and drink from Over-the-Rhine neighbor Coffee Emporium, and a major announcement about new Downtown Segway Tours that will kick off this Saturday, September 19.
Segways are two-wheeled, self-balancing electric vehicles that were originally unveiled in 2001. The most commonly used Segway PTs are driven by electric motors and run at speeds up to 12.5 miles per hour. Segways typically cost between $6,000 and $7,000 depending upon what model and package is purchased. Segway tours have become popular all across the United States and abroad as an efficient and fun way to explore a city.
Segway of Cincinnati currently offers popular Segway tours for $50 per person throughout Eden Park that last 90 minutes and highlight 12 landmarks and features throughout the park.
Writer:
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