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Ah, the wonderful Segway. A perfect mix of precision balance and mobility. I’ve always wondered why these utilitarian vehicles never really “caught on”. In fact, it seems that they’re only really popular with the geek crowd. The huge price tag doesn’t help, either.

However, there is an area that is unnecessarily expensive and uses electronic people equipment. That’s right, golf! The Segway x2 Golf Personal Transporter is every golfers dream. After all, golfers are always traveling around in those carts anyway. The Segway x2 Golf is just a golf-cart built for one, with a Golf Bag Carrier Attachment. Somehow, the Segway x2 Golf is able to carry the clubs without becoming unbalanced. I’m not sure how that is possible, but the cart is also able to go over the golf green without disturbing the turf. All that, and it comes with a scorecard holder which can also hold golf balls and tees.

The Segway x2 Golf Personal Transporter should be available in the fall. No word on the price, though.

Via OhGizmo

Via Segway

x2 Golf Specifications at a Glance:

Maximum speed: 12.5 mph / 20 km/h

Carrying capacity: 260 lbs / 118 kg

Footprint: 26.5 x 33 in / 67cm x 84 cm

Weight: 120 lbs / 54.4 kg + accessories

Battery type: Two Saphion® lithium-ion battery packs

Battery range: Up to 14 miles / 22.52 km, (up to 36 holes) - depending on terrain and riding style

Motors: Two brushless, DC servomotors

Wheels: 10 in / 25 cm black aluminum wheels

Tires: 8 in / 20 cm wide low-pressure tires, with special low-profile turf tread

Platform height: 9.5 in / 24.13 cm

Ground clearance: 4.5 in / 11.43 cm

Display: Wireless Infokey Controller