Boosted Mini S

I also slightly worry about folks who pick up a Mini as their very first board. So much of my sense of balance comes from learning to shift my weight on boards I had to push by foot, and while the largest Boosted Boards are so stable as to render this moot, the Mini threw me a few iffy moments where I was glad I'd already cut my teeth on other boards at lower speed. I'd recommend that you do the same if you are chiefly looking for a hobby and not a way to get to work.

All-in-all, the Boosted Mini S and Mini X are amazing electric skateboards. You can now own a Boosted Board without having to break the bank. And without having to lug around a gigantic board everywhere. The Mini’s are just as they are named – Mini. They are the perfect companion for any city dweller, or for anyone wanting to add a little more style to their ride.

This board is decently fast, does a stellar job at climbing hills, and has great braking power. While it doesn't have the longest range out there, it is small enough to be extremely convenient to carry and take with you on a bus or train. On top of all that, it costs hundreds of dollars less than our award winners and holds its own against them.

Boosted has managed to fit an awful lot into a $749 package that has inherited most of its predecessors’ better qualities without gaining any fatal flaws. It’s a different beast and there are still plenty of people who should still be opting for a longboard, but the Mini S offers a degree of freedom and tightness that you won’t get from many of the other electric-powered things with wheels out there.

This entry-level electric skateboard is shorter, smaller, and more nimble than the original longboard. It also has new features, like a wide curved deck, custom-designed 80-mm wheels, and precision-machined aluminum trucks for greater comfort. At $749, It’s still not cheap. But it’s a more accessible price point than the $1000 second-gen Boosted. It's also a lot more fun.