While I do here the concerns of mainly being under powered. This would have to be something that I would have to consider when evaluating the pros and cons over all. I find the small light weight practical aspect is very appealing, but it would have to have at least enough power to propel me forward with my gear significantly. I would not expect it to have me zooming around like a regular scooter with all my gear, if that is what some are comparing it to. Those devices should do that that is why they are so big and heavy. Nevertheless it is amazing that I have met an innovator willing to dedicate his time to
creating such a device.
I have to disagree with the premise that it is only a pool toy. We have powerful heavy scooters right now, I would not be one to lug one of those around. This product seems really practical, and if it works well I am definitely going to share my findings.
I appreciate your comments but this innovator could use all the help he can get. Price point to make this item depends on it. I think there is a market for divers who would love something this size and weight. Even if it less powerful than the other scooters that's alright by me.
I would have to say at least it got me to think about getting one, while before I just wasn't interested.
Frank G
www.zgearinc.com
You know, if I just flap my arms really, really fast, like really fast, I might take off and fly to the moon. But it has not worked thus far, not even an itty bitty little bit. But my neighbors do give the odd look at me running up and down my drive way flapping my arms. If wishes were wishes and all that----.
The propeller certainly indicates the anemic power output. Look at the propeller on the device and then compare it to the propeller on a useful DPV. The disc area is considerably smaller so to make up for that it must spin at a higher RPM to produce equivalent thrust.
It might be fun to play with but if you are expecting any real world use dragging a SCUBA diver about with this particular device, you may as well join me on my drive way.
I do fully expect battery and motor improvements to produce useful and light(er) weight DPVs but the propeller and nozzle assembly will be sized appropriate to SCUBA use.
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