Segway Tour of Old Town Scottsdale

Segway Personal Transporter Rider Requirements:
- Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Riders should be between 5′ and 6’5″ tall. • Weigh between 100 and 265 pounds.
- For safety reasons, pregnant women are not permitted to ride in tours.
- You must be able to step on and off the Segway PT without assistance which requires physical abilities similar to going up and down stairs.
- Wear the safety helmet provided at all times.
- Tours and instructions are done in English. All riders must be fluent in English to ensure their safety.
- All riders must sign the Scottsdale Segway Tours liability waiver.

What is a Segway? How does it work?
The Segway Personal Transporter is a self-balancing, personal transportation device designed to go anywhere people do. Segways are easy to use and operate. The device monitors your balance 100 times per second and automatically responds to your body’s movements. To move forward, the rider simply leans forward. To stop or move backward, the rider leans back slightly.

How do I learn to ride a Segway PT?
All riders are required to participate in a 20-30 minute training and orientation to ensure a safe and enjoyable ride for everyone. You will be trained on safe Segway operation and emergency stops. The tour will not begin until everyone is comfortable and confident on the Segway. All riders are required to wear a helmet, which is supplied free of charge.

How fast do Segways go?
The Segway is designed to travel up to 12 mph. We will begin the training and tour at a much slower speed until all riders are confident and comfortable. Once all riders are comfortable and in the absence of pedestrians, we will allow you to reach the maximum Segway speed on your tour.

How will I be able to hear the tour guide?
Scottsdale Segway Tours will provide each rider with a headset unit, so that you will be able to hear your tour guide’s commentary and instructions.

Are the tours ever cancelled due to weather?
Given Scottsdale’s over 330 days of sunshine, Scottsdale Segway Tours rarely cancels due to inclement weather. The Segway PT is water-resistant and designed to operate in light rain. In the event of light rain, will provide complimentary ponchos to keep you dry. With that said, in the rare case of a tour cancellation due to severe weather we will offer space on an alternate tour date or time. If space on an alternate date or time is not available, we will accommodate you.

What should I wear?
Dress comfortably in light, breathable material. Avoid extremely loose or baggy clothing. You will be moving at 12 mph so be sure to check the weather and wear layers when necessary. Closed-toe, flat shoes or sneakers are required. NO flip-flops, sandals, open-toe shoes, heels, wedges or platforms. Sneakers are best. However, Skechers shape-ups and similar type toning shoes are not allowed. For safety reasons, you will not be allowed to ride if you do not have appropriate footwear.

Can I bring my purse?
Each Segway has a small handlebar storage bag for necessary items such as your medications, wallet, phone, camera, etc. Please leave purses, bags and backpacks at home or stored securely in your vehicle. Scottsdale Segway Tours is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Will there be food available?
We will provide you with plenty of complimentary bottles of water on all tours, and light snacks on our longer tours. We do recommend, however, that you eat something before you arrive for your tour.

Are restrooms available?
Please use the restroom prior to your tour start time. There will be a restroom stop approximately 30 minutes into your tour.

Do I really need to leave a tip?
In our industry it is customary to tip tour guides 20% if you are pleased with your tour and receive excellent service. The tour guides at Scottsdale Segway Tours work hard at perfecting tour routes, training techniques, photography skills and the information they provide you throughout your tour. As such, gratuity is greatly appreciated!.

Alcohol and Medications
Scottsdale Segway Tours will refuse service to anyone who is suspected to be under the influence of alcohol, banned substances or prescription medications that warn against equipment operation.