Electric mobility

Riding an electric skateboard like Linky 2.0 offers a unique commuting experience that sets it apart from e-bikes and e-scooters. A number of scientific studies document the benefits of skateboarding for the development and maintenance of motor skills related to balance and coordination. Skateboarding also enhances mood through the release of endorphins and fosters social relationships by encouraging personal interaction, thus contributing to overall health. For more details, refer to the Beyond the Board blog and Borden and Brown (2019)Why riding an e-skate is better than riding an e-bike or e-scooter?While biking to the office can be more practical, riding an electric skateboard is definitely more fun. One of the key differences with bikes and scooters is that your hands are free, allowing you to balance your body naturally and carry small objects. This creates a feeling of liberation, as you're not tied to handlebars, and your body moves intuitively with the board, almost as if it becomes an extension of you.There is a seamless integration between the rider’s posture and the skateboard’s movements. Each subtle shift in body weight and balance can direct the board, creating a sense of fluidity and harmony with the environment. The experience becomes akin to surfing or snowboarding—activities where the rider’s body and the terrain are in constant, dynamic interaction. This flexibility offers an almost meditative state of awareness, where the rider feels each vibration and turn, responding with natural movements rather than being forced into rigid, predetermined actions.Emotional Resilience Research has shown that skateboarding can offer numerous mental health benefits, particularly in terms of stress reduction. One study highlighted that skateboarding promotes emotional resilience and helps individuals cope with anxiety and stress. The physical activity releases endorphins, which are natural mood enhancers, and requires concentration and focus, providing a form of mindfulness that distracts from stressors​ (skateboard Session ) ​(Scottish Distance Skateboarding).Sense of Community Another research from the University of California revealed that skateboarding fosters a sense of community, which supports mental well-being by reducing feelings of isolation and promoting social interaction. This can be especially beneficial for young people who may struggle with mental health issues, providing both a coping mechanism and a space for self-expression (DOSE Skateboarding).Flow StateAdditionally, skateboarding allows individuals to engage in the "flow state"—a psychological concept where participants become fully immersed in an activity. This state can help reduce anxiety and improve overall well-being by allowing individuals to focus entirely on the present moment ​(Scottish Distance Skateboarding).Why Linky is more FUN than other Electric Skateboards?Linky as many electric skateboard has been designed to be a real vehicle. This implies stability and reliability at lower and higher speeds. Usually to have a stable ride over 25kmh it is necessary to have a rigid bushing system and this can hinder the manoeuvrability of the board at low speed as well as the capacity to change direction quickly while carving.Linky's trucks have been internally designed by our team of engineers to be larger than conventional trucks. This allows for an optimized balance between stability and the ability to make tighter turns at lower speeds, providing a smooth and controlled ride without compromising safety.Linky's innovative design, with its thinner center, creates almost independent flexibility between the front and rear sections of the deck. This separation enhances control at higher speeds by allowing each part of the board to respond differently to road conditions and rider inputs. The rear deck functions almost like a steering wheel, providing the ability to carve and make sharper turns, while the front deck focuses on maintaining the direction and stability. This design allows riders to engage the rear deck for precise turns and responsive carving without compromising the stability typically needed for high-speed cruising, delivering a smooth, controlled rideLinky's wheels are designed with a rounded shape in cross-section, as opposed to the flat profile found on many electric skateboards. This design mirrors the concept used in motorbike tires, where the rounded shape allows for more dynamic and fluid carving. Instead of the wheel contacting the ground along a flat surface, it touches at a single point, which reduces friction and allows for smoother, more controlled turns. This design provides a more agile and responsive ride, enhancing the carving experience by giving riders a sensation of gliding, similar to how a motorbike handles curves on the road. Additionally, the reduced friction from the point contact helps improve overall efficiency and responsiveness, making Linky ideal for both casual commuting and more technical riding.In conclusion, riding a Linky goes beyond just getting from point A to point B. Its unique design not only catches the attention of onlookers but also invites curiosity and conversation. The balance between stability and flexibility, paired with its compact form provides a secure yet dynamic riding experience. Whether carving sharp turns or cruising at higher speeds, Linky offers riders a sense of freedom and fluidity, turning commuting into a personal and expressive journey that connects them with both the road and the people they encounter.

Freedom is feeling unrestricted, of not depending on something or someone.At Linky Innovation we like to see freedom as an energy that speaks to us of a different way of living, of a new man, who seeks freedom every single day, hour, and instant, like a flower pursuing the light.A freedom that is above all a mental state, a condition that can be summed up in the possibility we give ourselves every day to discover a new side of ourselves, without judgment, insecurity, and preconceptions guiding our actions.Often, today, the most common forms of slavery are self-induced and without real chains. Slavery is hidden in vices, habits, appearances...Freedom is a pleasant feeling that we would all like to experience in every action we take: from choosing how to dress without being afraid of the judgments of others, to being able to express our opinions or to move freely from one place to another.Every day we move to get to work or to meet friends. How many times have you experienced commuting as a stressful and unpleasant experience, because of external factors such as traffic, or the deficits of public transport in the city where you live? Having to wait for a bus that never arrives, driving hours to find a parking space, and so on.What could you do with that time? Maybe spend it with friends, loved ones, or on the couch reading a book.Urban FreedomWhen we talk about the freedom of being able to move around the city we need to mention the concept of micro-mobility, a new and very often used term to define the freedom to travel small distances.Short-distance travel can be made fun, affordable, and convenient again.Short trips are the most common ones, and with micro-mobility, you can make them more enjoyable. We can enjoy the freedom to take a walk around town without restrictions.Imagine for a moment: instead of waiting for a crowded bus to get to your place of work, you could use a folding bike or a Linky, thus becoming more autonomous and independent. Or you could leave your car outside the city center where it's easier to park and then you could reach your destination on an electric skateboard, making those few miles an opportunity to have fun.Using green and personal vehicles means an increase in personal freedom, generating a sense of well-being and serenity that affects us and those around us.If more people ditched or reduced car use at least for short trips, our cities would have more space for green areas, and we very well know how much being in touch with nature has a positive impact on our mental health.How we imagine the cities of the futureDuring the long lockdown periods due to the Covid-19 pandemic, one of the habits assumed by many people living in cities has been an increased frequentation of urban green spaces. The sound of trees in the wind, the smell of nature, and even the rain on our faces became restorative moments during a time of restrictions that drastically affected our daily lives... These moments made us realize how important green and public spaces are for our mental and physical well-being. However, we also realized that the accessibility and availability of adequate green and public spaces are poor in most of our cities. Urban areas are not always as pleasant as we would like them to be.Cities provide access to hospital and healthcare infrastructure that treats and improves our lives, but at the same time, the urban environment exposes us to risks that negatively impact our health: air pollution, traffic, stress, loneliness, and isolation.A green, walkable city is hardly a new or revolutionary idea, but the pandemic has made this need more evident than ever. For the first time, globally, we have rediscovered our innate tendency to seek a connection with nature and collectively expatiate on the feelings of well-being we experience when surrounded by natural environments.The challenge, for us at Linky Innovation, is to develop and implement solutions that allow people to feel free, to be able to enjoy as much as possible every moment of their day, from going to work, shopping, or meeting with loved ones, improving the overall well-being of the planet that hosts us.Change is a phenomenon that happens gradually, but there has to be a beginning. Your choice today will contribute to a more sustainable, respectful, peaceful future for us and the generations to come.