#mxtrixx

Hello Hello! The sun is starting to come out again, and that means more outdoor activities. Nowadays kids are all about Extreme sports like skateboarding, surfing and the newest addition to these activities: Extreme scootering. In the Netherlands we call this a ‘ step’ and in other countries a ‘mo-ped’. We’ll refer to it as a scooter from here on.

So we here at the blog had the honor to review an Extreme scooter from topbrand Micro-Step: the MX Trixx (green). The website advises this scooter for ages 5-12. We had certain criteria the scooter had to suffice to. Namely: design and durability. Here are our findings:

Design

The design of the Micro Xtreme scooter is superb. The handlebar is lightweight and removable for custom design and personal preferences. The deck has got holes in it what makes it even lighter but keeps his strength. When comparing the MX Trixx scooter with random scooters owned by kids in our neighborhood you can tell the design is top notch and professional. Even kids who own scooters themselves (usually bought at toy stores) ask our son if they can testdrive the MX Trixx, because it has so much appeal. We were able to receive a green coloured one which I think is a nice unisex and not aggressive color. As you can see on their website they have way more designs and colors to pick from.

Durability

We tested the scooter for several weeks and must say it holds up very good. The wheels are of premium quality urethane and show no signs of slowing down. The deck holds up after grinding and sliding over coping and needs no wax under the deck. This is a professional piece of sporting goods. What surprised us the most is that the handlebars are made of a sturdy material and have a nice grip. They have been dropped on the sides a couple of times during testing, and the handlebars still look as new. We can see this scooter last so much longer than some of the wooden skateboards we own. 

We make him wear a helmet if he’s doing stunts in the skate bowl.

Ever since being sent the scooter for testing, it seems to most of the time end up coming with us on outings. Being a skateboard family and used to bringing our decks along (which can be easily tucked inside between your back and the straps of your backpack) our son is responsible for carrying it around. It is a little heavy for him to carry as an adult would pick it up, but we feel it’s easy for him to hold the handles to just roll it around and he never complains. (That’s love!)

We think it’s fun to see him get used to his scooter, and seeing vast improvement in his extreme scooting skills.  

When asked by people if I can recommend this scooter to other girls and boys, I’d say definitely. If she or he is aged 5 and up I can certainly see them having fun on this one. Please have a look at the Micro-Step website for more designs and types of scooters. Also, please invest in a solid professional helmet and knee pads (and or elbow pads). With these safety precautions its so cool seeing your child have great fun this summer!

Micro-Step website: www.micro-step.nl