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		nextstep on Oct 9, 2013 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Lithium Battery Pack Design for Boosted's Electric... Unrelated to the battery issue: how does the rider control the throttle and braking?

SequoiaHope on Oct 9, 2013 | [–]

Wireless remote they designed in house. Check out their promo video, just google for boosted boards.

lloeki on Oct 10, 2013 | | [–]

Although not a close up, it's actually visible in the rider's hand on the article's 4th photo.

kogir on Oct 9, 2013 | [–]

There's a handheld remote that's easily held and operated single handedly.

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