The original idea came from snowboard addict Don Wildman who initially took his electric skateboard on to his local Malibu course to ride the hills and “get in some turns” while catching his weekly 18 holes. As soon as he befriended surfing legend Laird Hamilton, it wasn’t long before surfing met golf and the GolfBoard was born.

The GolfBoard is made with both young and old in mind, the only requisite in fact is that you wear high socks and completely ridiculous looking pants. Such philosophies ensure that the ancient game and all its’ traditions are safe and preserved. They’ve just invented a more fun to play.

The GolfBoard has a 4WD posi-traction setup which means it is driven by gear boxes front and back, rather than unreliable chains and belts. A first on boards, they claim it’s safer and requires less maintenance. Coupled to 4-inch Turf tyres which guarantee stability, no-spin traction, and off-roadable ground clearance and you’re carving paths around off road tracks.

Speed, you’re looking at about 5MPH with a max of 14MPH and control comes in the form of a wireless handheld controller or the on-board thumb-throttle sitting on the bag pedestal that gives new riders extra stability. Wheels lock automatically when stationary.
Battery-life they say will get you an easy 18 holes on some of the roughest and toughest courses in the world. It’ll have to or you’re dragging a heavy piece of machinery back to the clubhouse.
Get it: R1750 per month (only available in the States)
From: www.golfboard.com