This video in particular is a great tour of the many Skateparks at Camp Woodward. This vibe reminds us of the camp vibe Evolve Camps; which is the Canadian Scooter Camp that runs out of Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver amongst many other Canadian cities.
Here is the link to the video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsiZAdRtiBQ
]]>Children of all ages are getting their hands on scooters, so it is very important that you know what to look for when purchase your own. Evolve Scooter Shop has created a guide to help with finding the perfect scooter for yourself or your child. Enjoy!
]]>Whether you are on your street, at school, or at your local skatepark, you are almost guaranteed to find someone riding a scooter; they are absolutely everywhere these days!
You may see children so young that they can barely walk riding a 3-wheeled scooter. You may also see teenagers and young adults skillfully riding their scooters and working on tricks. Children of all ages are getting their hands on scooters, so it is very important that you know what to look for when purchase your own.
Below is a guide that we created to help find the perfect scooter for yourself or your child. Enjoy!
First and foremost, there’s no one right type of scooter; choosing the right scooter is all about what feels right for you!
You may still be very young/small and require a scooter that is light-weight and easy to maneuver. You may have a larger frame or physique, and require a wider deck, large wheels, and large T-bars.
Regardless of your size, ability, and budget, there is a complete scooter out there that is just right for you.
Although we don't carry these scooters at the Evolve Scooter Shop, a traditional scooter is the best choice for certain people as opposed to a pro scooter.
Traditional scooters are often made of very light-weight materials such as aluminum and plastic, which is good for a very small child that would struggle with the weight of a pro scooter.
Additionally, adults that commute to work by walking or riding a bicycle can benefit greatly from having a scooter. The scooter requires very little energy to travel great distances and unlike a bike, you can ride it while wearing your suit/dress clothes.
Adjustable Height
The handlebar adjusts to be at just the right height for you.
Comfortable Deck
The deck is usually made from aluminum, wood, or fiberglass, to give you the right bounce for riding around the concrete roads or parks.
Wheels
The size of the wheels vary per type and model of these scooters. These days, there is a greater variety of scooters with large wheels; these enable you to go as fast as you like while maintaining a smooth ride.
If you are getting into scootering for real and have started doing tricks, jumps, and the like... don't mess around with a traditional scooter any longer. Your scooter is not likely made to handle what you are putting it through and you are only asking for it to break and potentially injure you in the process.
As there is so much growing interest towards the scooter industry, there are more and more pro scooters available all the time. This makes it more and more difficult to choose the right scooter for you. Each scooter has distinct product features and strengths that may or may not be what you need.
Complete scooters are available in a wide price bracket, generally ranging from $100 to as much as $500.
Strong Deck
The stunt scooter has a much heavier and stronger deck, often made from solid steel to give you the best performance. It can bear a lot more weight and pressure and give you great maneuverability, which will help you in performing the most specialized stunts.
Wheel Size
The wheels of a stunt scooter are much smaller and made to give you the short bursts you need to perform great stunts and tricks.
The Deck
Available in various colours, sizes, and design styles, this is the foundation of the scooter. Not just crucial for weight handling, it is the most important component as everything else connects to the deck. This component is responsible for giving you the best riding experience, by aiding you in overcoming the rough road conditions and riding around curves.
The Bars
Although some bars are made of aluminum or alloy, most bars are made from strong steel. The benchmark diameter for bars is 1 inch, however, many scooters use larger bars. In both cases, a superb compression system and a properly fitting clamp are requirements to make sure your bars fit securely. The size, type and design of the bar is all dependent on your personal preference.
Compression
The compression clamp keeps the fork, bars and the deck aligned and together. This way the stronger the compression, the lesser the chances of fall and injury. There are different types and levels of compressions available in the markets for these scooters.
Headset
A crucial element especially if you are into performing stunts and tricks with your scooter. It allows you to maneuver your scooter with ease due to the smooth bearings that are located inside this component.
The Fork
The fork is one critical factor of scooter assembly as it is the main connector of the deck, bars, and wheels. The fork size and type dictate which wheels that you can run; generally 100mm to 120mm for stunt scooters. While, if you want to go faster, you need one which lets you fix larger wheels.
Wheels
Not just for the looks of your scooter, these wheels are among the most crucial components of your scooter. Scooter wheels are made of 2 parts: the urethane and the core compound. For starters, you may choose the ones with the plastic cores. They may belong to the cheap pro scooters category but are good enough to serve the purpose. However, for the experts and advanced users, there are metal core wheels which give you the support required and they are much more durable than their plastic alternatives.
Clamp
This is basically the adhesive stuff or glue as you may call it. Secured between the bars and fork, it holds these components to make them work together in harmony. For a high-performing, durable pro scooter, you need to have a high-grade quality clamp to give your scooter the right support and functioning.
Brakes
A major feature of the pro scooter. Usually fixed at the bottom of the scooter, it may be either a spring brake or a flex brake. The flex brake suits stunt scooters best as they give the right support and the ability to just stop whenever you want.
Size
Most of these scooters are fine for any age and weight. However, that doesn't guarantee fun and most importantly, that absolutely does not mean that the scooter suits your body type best. Too small is not good but too big is not good either as becomes much harder to handle and could lead to more chances of injuries.
Technology keeps going the notch up and all these inventions keep getting better and better. The same has happened to these pro scooters; the design, features, parts like the wheels, deck, etc. are constantly evolving and better options are made available!
The perfect scooter does exist for you; it doesn’t matter if you are an enthusiastic kid or an eager grandpa, a safe rider or a great stunt performer!
With all that is available at the Evolve Scooter Shop and other scooter retailers, nothing can keep you from having a great time on a pro scooter that is just right for you!
]]>Here at Evolve, we are definitely big fans of scooters and all things related. With the holidays getting closer and closer, we are starting to think about what gifts to drop hints about to our loved ones.
Although we would all love that new Lucky TFox™ Signature Complete, we know that it isn't likely going to turn up under the tree this year. Nevertheless, if you're like us and you've already got your trusty sled that does the 'trick', here are some other ideas for things that you can ask for this holiday season.
We have decided to do some digging so that we could compile our list of the best scooter accessories available right now. These products are sure to stoke out any true scooter kid and help them shred their stuff even harder. Enjoy!
First and most importantly, this is an essential item for every scooter rider out there. The Park Tool Fold Up Hex Wrench Set is a combination of all the most common hex wrench sizes into one super handy fold-up tool. Also, the multi-position composite handle allows for a comfortable and lightweight design. This tool includes 1.5mm; 2mm; 2.5mm; 3mm; 4mm; 5mm; and 6mm hex wrenches made from Bondhus Protanium high torque industrial steel for long life.
Next is the new Chilli Snowblades! These attachments were developed together with FUNTEC and are made of high-quality carbon steel. As a result, they can withstand big jumps and still allow for smooth grinds. Our unique patented concave design allows you greater control over your scooter even at high speeds and without loss of grip when carving. These snowblades make an exceptional snow-scooter out of your ordinary street-scooter and they are also quick and easy to attach to any scooter.
The NEW Havoc Stubby pegs are one of the best scooter accessories for the 'minimalist' rider as they are the perfect size for someone that doesn't want a much larger grinding surface for the back of their deck but does need to reinforce it!
You'll love these little nubs!
Are you tired of damaging your walls? Are you sick of constantly stubbing your toes? Is your life just terrible? Well have we got the solution for you! The Toomi Wall Mount Scooter Hanger!!!
Check out the hilarious Youtube video for the Toomi Scooter Hanger!
]]>Let’s face it... buying the right gifts for your kids might be one of the most difficult things about Christmas. Of course, you trying to find them the gifts that they will love. As a parent, however, you want to get your child a gift that will be good for them also. We completely understand, and we are here to save the day with some of the best Christmas gifts that kids and parents will both be stoked about! Seeing as everyone has a different budget for holiday gifts, we made sure to feature 4 gifts at 4 different price points. Don't waste your time waiting in lines at toy stores or at the mall; read our list of the 4 Best Christmas Gifts for Kids in 2017.
The Kendama is an extremely addictive wooden skill toy that comes from Japan. This toy is great for young and old alike as it strengthens hand eye coordination, balance, and reflex. The trick possibilities are endless for both the beginner and the seasoned master.
The Kendama consists of the “Ken” (handle), connected by a string to the “Tama” (ball). The Kendama tricks are done by variations of juggling the ball in the 3 cups, spiking the ball with the Ken spike, and doing both in new creative ways. Much like scootering or skateboarding, mastering the Kendama takes practice, focus, patience, and creativity.
We love that the Kendama is a simple, productive, interactive toy that strengthens mental and physical skills while you play. In today’s world of flashing lights, computers, and tech-savvy toys, the Kendama stands out with its simple design and creative new ways to have fun.
If your child is already scooter obsessed or just starting out riding, this scooter will be one of their best Christmas gifts ever. The 2018 Crew™ is Lucky's most affordable scooter and unlike the 2017 version, this scooter features their all new Chromoly Kink Bar and 110mm wheels for freestyle riding! The Crew™ is also fully upgradable as it is compatible with Lucky’s entire aftermarket lineup. With abundant options, this scooter is perfect to grow with any young riders size and abilities.
**Available in: White-Red, White-Blue, Graphite-Green, Graphite-Orange, and Blackout
Buy a kid a skateboard or scooter and they will ride for a day. Teach a kid how to skateboard or scooter and they will ride for life! Give the gift that keeps on giving this Christmas by signing your child up for one of our unforgettable weeks of summer camp. We offer drop-off programs in municipalities across the country as well as programs with bus transportation in most major Canadian cities. Summer 2018 sessions are already open for registration on our website. Visit our website for more information about our camp programs: http://www.evolvecamps.com/
Set your fun meter to "cruise" with this electric skateboard made to get you anywhere in the coolest way possible. The ION Skateboard is a perfect blend of the classic, retro skateboards of the 70s and the technology of today to create the best skateboard of all time. The lithium battery made by LG gives you up to 10kms of uninterrupted riding freedom at a speed of 18km/h. A handheld remote control allows you to direct the skateboard anywhere you want to take it.
]]>Finding and choosing the best pro scooter for your needs is not an easy job. You have to sort through so many different styles, brands, and types, until you eventually find the one that works for you. There is no one single scooter that is right for everyone.
However, there are definitely, DEFINITELY some scooters that are wrong for everyone; and just plain wrong in general. You know; those funny scooters that make you realize why everyone else in the world has such strong feelings towards us scooter riders.
These funny scooters usually feature some sort of "technological advancement" that their manufacturers (what the actual hell is going on at the Fuzion HQ???) was hoping would make their design unique. Well, they succeeded, along with succeeding to make all of us cringe really hard.
Without further ado, please enjoy our short list of some funny scooters, with strangest design features, that you can buy right now.
The CityBirds Pigeon Adult Urban Kick Scooter is a dream if you are a fan of industrial design. This Lithuanian-made award winner is the ideal scooter for the minimalist, eco-conscious urban commuter who wants to stylishly and conveniently make it to the office.
Unfortunately, that is not us, so riding this collapsable commuter coffin the way we would want to is just asking for trouble. On the bright side, it comes with a handy shoulder notch for when you are too embarrassed to ride it and decide to carry it. Also, it transforms quickly into a rolling cane in case you whack your ankle on the deck a little too hard with the deck.
The Fuzion Quad 4×4 Carving Scooter is a funny scooter because it is thrilled to boast its main benefit: stability. That is the least cool thing you could ever boast about in a scooter. Do you know what other ultra-lame product boasts it's added stability? Bicycle training wheels! The stability of this scooter perfectly compliments the over-the-top dual brake, potentially making this the safest and therefore least fun scooter to ride ever.
The SMJ Fuzion K2 is a relatively unknown scooter with some relatively unheard-of scooter features. The manufacturers couldn't decide if they wanted it to be lightweight and practical, or heavy-duty and durable. This scooter turned out to be the worst of both worlds.
It is hard to narrow this scooter down to one thing about it that makes it so funny. Maybe it is the fact that it is almost entirely made of hard plastic. Maybe it is the unnecessarily bulky foot brake fixed above the back wheel. Oh wait, nevermind... it's the carrying strap.
The Fuzion Zoom Tunes is said to be "unlike any other scooter". However, the deck, wheels, fork, and many of the other components are no different than your average, cheap, trick scooter. What makes the Zoom Tunes so unique is the built in speaker installed to the centre of your handlebars that allow you to plug in your own music or find your favorite station to listen to while you are scootering. Now, if you aren't laughing at that last sentence, then you must not be able to understand what is so inherently hilarious about this design.
The Fuzion JumpX: the world's first full suspension trick scooter, and hopefully also the last. Fuzion's attempt at a hybrid between a scooter and a pogo stick, the JumpX claims to help you jump higher and further, while always ensuring a smooth landing.
In theory, this scooter sounds like it would really be quite fun to ride. In practice though, we would still rather have our real trick scooters that require some real effort to get off of the ground. It is possible that they are on to something here though...
]]>Forget about skateboards, bicycles, and RipStiks - scooters are here, and they are here to stay! Scooters are by no means a new invention, but within the last 5 or so years, there have been many improvements to the way that scooters are designed and manufactured.
At the Evolve Scooter Shop, we have an awesome selection of trick scooters that your child will love! Check out our selection here: https://www.evolvescootershop.com/collections/scooters-1
Here are the top 5 reasons that we believe that you should buy a scooter for your child this holiday season.
Children of any age can find a scooter that fits, and the ability to scooter comes naturally to almost everyone. The standing up position feels more natural than crouching down and pedaling a bicycle. Especially with the three wheeled scooters, your child can practice on something that has the same dynamics as a two wheeled scooter and will never fall over. Scooters are so easy to learn to ride that they are recommended for kids as young as 2 years old.
Unlike a bicycle or a skateboard, there is very little maintenance required to keep a scooter operationally sound. All of the parts are metal (generally) which means that they rarely need to be replaced. There are significantly less moving parts than a bicycle and there are less breakable parts than a skateboard; both of these factors mean that scooters need less maintenance in the long run.
A great quality trick scooters can be cheaper than even the cheapest bike, and there are far fewer maintenance costs. While a complete skateboard is often cheaper to purchase, you need to replace the decks often and those add up quickly over time. For $180-300, you can get a trick scooter that will last your child 3 or more years without needing any replacements or upgrades.
When you have a young child, you often have to carry them to the places that you go or you need to walk slowly so that they can keep up. With a scooter, your child needs to "scoot" for themselves. While making life easier for you and your family, this also allows your child to develop a sense of independence at an early age, which will serve them well throughout their lives.
Scooters are a safer decision for a multitude of reasons. First, they handle speed better as they have tighter axles so you will almost never experience speed wobbles. Second, they are easy to steer as they have small, sharp wheels connected to a handlebar at chest level. Third and finally, they are easy to stop as they come with a brake installed that anyone can easily operate with their foot.
]]>Choosing the right camp for your child can be a challenging task. Kids have so many different interests while camps have so much to choose from, Evolve Camps has made the decision-making process much easier for families, but offering an all-in one experience.
Our camp offers many activities to choose from, but they are all related to fast paced activities and actions sports. If your child loves the activities listed below..than look no further for a summer program!
Trampoline Trick Training
Beautiful Sunsets on a private Lake
Our own Private Skate Park + Visits to Gravenhurst Skatepark
Custom BMX Dirt Track, designed by Evolve. Bikes provided by Evolve
Dirt Pump Track
Laps and Laps in the Dirt BMX Track
Chills on the deck by the lake
No need to travel to California, with this private beach
Wakeboarding with Pro Instructors from Camp Timberlane
Learn to Wake Surf
Everyday is an adventure filled with so much healthy food choices
Nothing like a best of 3 tetherball game
Water ski, water park, wakeboard, wake surf all on the private lake
P-I-N-G Pong beach sessions!
Spacious cabins right by the lake
Quarter pipes, rails and boxes to choose from
Scooter Sessions in the park
Never wakeboarded before? No problem hop on the boom and the Camp Timberlane instructors will get you going
See, we told you
Rock Climbing outdoors? Amazing.
Look at this waterfront. Out of a movie
Hands down the best water park in Haliburton
Evolve Scooter Camp is Canada’s premier summer scooter camp – currently operating in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia – offering children the opportunity to turn a hobby into an action sport they’ll have a lifelong passion for. Evolve offers campers a unique, exciting and engaging scooter riding experience unlike any other day camp atmosphere in the city; whether they’re looking to crush their first trick, or continue to hone their skills as advanced riders.
Evolve Scooter Camp offers the convenience of registering for one week-long session at a time; you get to make the summer schedule that best suits your kids. Not sure if they’ll love it? Sign up for one week and we guarantee you they’ll be begging for more.
If you want even more about all that Canada’s #1 scooter camp has to offer, click here.
Evolve Scooter Camp Main Locations:
Toronto Scooter Camp, London Scooter Camp, Edmonton Scooter Camp, Calgary Scooter Camp, Kamloops Scooter Camp
Have you heard about the Evolve Overnight Scooter Camp?
Find out what a day is like at Camp:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wC5IizuWHZU&list=PLE6M7uimjHKgZ3KpM3_bsvVWjIMBMgtWW&index=2
]]>Edmonton Skateboarding & Scooter Camps
Evolve Camps will once again be operating skateboarding and scooter camps in Edmonton. We are thrilled to be back in Edmonton for the summer of 2017!
When you think summer camp, “fun” is the first word that comes to mind. The camp is all about having fun, and Evolve Camps knows how to take it to the next level! They provide a unique opportunity to spend the day at skateparks surrounded by kids with similar interests and staff that are passionate about what they do. Not do Evolve run the best action sports camps in Canada, they run some of the best summer camps our country has to offer – period! Evolve offers campers an exciting and engaging experience, unlike any other day camp atmosphere in Edmonton.
Every day we focus on progression. In the mornings our campers work closely with coaches to develop new skills or further enhance those they already have. Throughout the day we throw in some other fun activities like pie eating contests, egg toss, relay races, basketball games and more. Below is a schedule of what our typical day looks like at camp.
Check out some of our fun activities at camp:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbmHZNVE1XU
7:30-8:30am | Pickup by bus |
9:00am | Arrive at Skateboard Park, Camp Announcements, Intro to day’s events & schedule |
9:15am | Gear Check – All Campers will check their boards to make sure they’re working properly and will put on safety gear |
10:00am | Break up into groups, begin Stretching Session |
10:20am | Skateboard Instruction |
12:00pm | Lunch- Please bring a packed a lunch from home |
12:30pm | Skateboard Instruction & Free Skate |
1:30pm | Swim (if pool) or other activity |
3:00pm | Depart |
3:45-4:45pm | Drop off by bus |
RICHARD SECORD SCHOOL |
JASPER PLACE HIGH SCHOOL |
PRINCE CHARLES SCHOOL |
MOUNT ROYAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL |
WHEELZ |
The best part of our camp is that we do not stay in one park for the whole week. Throughout the week, we visit many different skateparks.
Here is a list of the parks we visit:
CAPILANO SKATEPARK
MORINVILLE SKATEPARK
LEDUC SKATEPARK
CASTLEDOWNS SKATEPARK
MILLENNIUM PLACE SKATEPARK
WEST 49 INDOOR PARK
MILLWOODS SKATEPARK