The most recent launch from WowGo is a direct improve of the previously obtainable 2S, and is appropriately named the 2S Professional. The brand new board is supplied with twin 500w motors, doubling the twin 250w’s that drove the 2S. This motor improve is paired with a 12s2p 50.4V battery as a substitute of the 10s2p carried by the usual WowGo 2S.
This permits the board to achieve a prime pace of 25mph, which is a modest enchancment over its predecessor’s 23mph most. This additional pace appears to come back at a small value in vary (2 miles) however in change, the Professional mannequin reaches a full cost a half-hour sooner. On the subject of batteries and such, it must be famous that WowGo has executed away with a number of battery configurations on the 2S Professional; the 12s2p is the one possibility, albeit a positive one at this worth.
The obvious change if you see the brand new mannequin is what’s on prime; the deck. We’ve misplaced the carrying deal with in change for a large, flat mix of Canadian maple, bamboo and fiberglass. The grip tape design is reserved whereas the bamboo backside depicts the trident of the Greek God Poseidon amid crashing waves. Whereas this paintings doesn’t notably cater to our tastes, the beautiful bamboo grain seems nice and the design just isn’t jarring sufficient to detract from the general design a lot…however maybe a fast sanding and a shine is so as?
Execs and Cons
| Execs | Cons |
|---|---|
| Good vary for the worth | No deep concave |
| Good polish for the worth | Not comfy to hold |
| Premium feeling distant | |
| Sturdy brakes |
Total Driving Expertise
The trip high quality is stable for this worth level with acceptable acceleration and surprisingly sturdy brakes, which this rider appreciates. The highest pace of 25mph is loads quick for many hub riders, and if you wish to go a lot sooner you’re different drivetrain choices anyway. We had been capable of squeeze about 12 miles of vary out of this board, which really matches the specs of the older base mannequin and is available in 2 miles beneath marketed. That stated, our driving kinds don’t essentially prolong battery life.
Accelerating & Brakes
The acceleration of the 2S Professional is unremarkable if easy, however the braking is great! Hub motors usually present little or no in the way in which of stopping energy, however the 2S Professional feels sturdy. Having confidence in your skill to cease is essential, and this board supplies that.
High Velocity
The highest pace on this board is 25mph, and we obtained her there. It is a very cheap pace for a hub-motor board, and is usually near the highest pace many riders cruise at anyway. For riders who wish to get extra aggressive, different drivetrains are going to supply extra pace and climbing energy however will produce extra noise and require some upkeep.
Vary
Vary check: 75kg, largely flat floor, a number of cease and gos, some inclines, excessive common pace 18mph+ virtually the entire trip, 86° fahrenheit → 11.3 miles
Our check on the listed specs brings the vary to 11.31 miles touring at about 18mph. Since our check displays extra lifelike driving situations than these usually utilized in producer vary checks, it’s safer to anticipate about 10-12 miles of journey as a substitute of 14.
Weight/ Portability
The portability of this board just isn’t nice, however except a board is designed round that concept it usually is greatest ridden, not carried. The 2S mannequin did have a carry deal with, however the Professional doesn’t.
Construct High quality
This board feels effectively made, and the 180 day guarantee reveals some religion of their product. The grip tape design and really feel is sweet, the steel enclosures for the hub motors are superior and the distant management is great! After seeing the identical HobbyWing distant in every single place else, it’s refreshing to put eyes on a brand new design. It’s polished, with a pleasant shiny display clearly displaying fashionable indicators.
It’s good to see usually good high quality throughout. So usually, board firms reduce prices with unhealthy {hardware}, throw-away grip tape and vans you understand you’ll be changing. WowGo is delivery a board that’s acceptable throughout.
Deck
The huge deck is unquestionably a plus, there’s room to maneuver a bit and people with giant toes gained’t be crowded. Grip tape is stable, fashionable minimalist maybe? The bamboo on the underside seems nice, though the tattoo-like paintings “impressed by Poseidon” isn’t a match for my fancy…however it could be simple work to sand it off and polish that wooden grain.
Whereas the deck is sweet and huge, it’s additionally a bit flat for my liking. I discovered that after an hour of driving my toes had been changing into sore, a lot too quickly. Whereas completely different footwear could present some reduction, it’s laborious to beat a great concave for me.
ESC & Distant
The ESC and Distant system on this board really feel very easy, even polished. The braking is a lot better than I’ve come to anticipate on a hub board, which I’m grateful for. The distant is modern, simple to learn and comfy within the hand. WowGo appears to be within the refining levels of their management system, and we admire that.
Battery
At 224Wh the WowGo battery presents a whole lot of output per greenback. Comparable worth choices embrace the Backfire G2 with 180Wh, the Meepo commonplace line with 144-180Wh, and the Exway Wave at 193Wh.
Whereas many boards provide a lineup of battery choices, the whole bundle supplied by the WowGo 2S Professional supplies a straightforward strategy to purchasing a effectively outfitted board with out feeling pressured to spend extra on upgrades.
Vehicles and Bushings
They’re completely…simply positive. Nothing improper with these, and so they don’t scream for alternative. Carving is enjoyable and predictable, and it’s good to trip a board out of the field that doesn’t require a right away components swap.
Wheel Choices
The 2S Professional comes on 90x54mm 78A PU wheels, and Cloudwheel Donuts will probably be obtainable for this board sooner or later! The hub motors function replaceable sleeves, fairly commonplace now however price noting.
Water Sealings
As with most electrical skateboards, effort has been made to stop water from damaging this board however you shouldn’t tempt it. A splash could not kill it, however a downpour or submersion would possibly. One of the simplest ways to stop water harm is to maintain the board dry, and any moisture that does get on the board must be addressed instantly.
Delivery Time
7 – 70 days. What a spread! Is dependent upon the delivery technique and site. For essentially the most correct delivery estimates, view the WowGo web site.
Buyer Service
WowGo has a usually optimistic status. They’re effectively established and are one of the vital widespread and acquainted finances eskate manufacturers amongst Backfire, Exway, and Meepo.
WowGo usually will be really useful, as their intentions appear stable and so they put forth effort to do good enterprise.
Worth and Opponents
Worth competitors is fierce within the mid-range subject, with specs and prices operating tight margins. On the time of this writing you would rating a Meepo V3 for $399 (reg $469) and get a board that fees sooner, travels sooner and has a superb status. Backfire will promote you a G2 Black for $429 (reg $499) however you’ll be a tad slower and also you’ll be charging for 3.5 hours! Even in case you keep within the WowGo model you’ll see related configurations just like the WowGo 3, which sports activities the identical twin 500w motors, carries a smaller battery and prices $70 extra.
It’s this tight competitors and number of configurations that make it each invigorating and complicated to decide on a board. The mid-range is all the time price procuring round, as there aren’t any clear favorites and the highest specs or greatest deal can change with every new board launch.
Beneficial Upgrades
When the Cloudwheels donuts can be found, they’re positively price buying to your 2S Professional.
The next qualifies as necessary gear for all riders in our opinion.
- good helmet (should)
- gloves
- shredlights
- guitar stand as board stand
Closing Ideas
The 2S Professional is a welcome successor to the 2S, and it showcases an entire bundle unusual in eskate retail. Usually talking, buying a board is commonly akin to purchasing a automobile. You decide a base mannequin, then select the wheels, battery, drivetrain or colour. With the 2S Professional, WowGo is debuting a board that’s thoughtfully outfitted and able to trip upon supply. The value is true, the guarantee is nice and the model is established. A premium distant, nice braking, stable battery and polished really feel add as much as a board that we will wholeheartedly advocate!
