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The WowGo 3 is a 38-inch longboard with | [[Image:wowgo3_overview.jpg|500px|right]] | ||
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The WowGo 3 is a flexible carving 38-inch longboard with powerful rear hub motors. It features genuine Paris front truck and copy rear truck. Silent ride on a smooth surface. It goes all the way up to 39 km/h with turbo mode with consistent torque. Samsung cells provide massive current and can handle huge loads with minimal voltage sage. | |||
* [https://www.wowgoboard.com/?rfsn=4241724.837c06&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=4241724.837c06 Official WowGo 3 product page] | |||
* [[:File:Wowgo_3_manual.pdf|WowGo 3 manual (pdf)]] | |||
== Specifications == | == Specifications == | ||
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* '''Company:''' WowGo Board Ltd., Jiaanda Building, Dalang Street, Longhua District, Shenzhen,China | * '''Company:''' WowGo Board Ltd., Jiaanda Building, Dalang Street, Longhua District, Shenzhen,China | ||
* '''Released:''' April 2019 | * '''Released:''' April 2019 | ||
* '''Model:''' WOWGO-3-OR | * '''Model:''' WOWGO-3-OR, WOWGO-3-BK | ||
* '''Predecessor:''' WowGo 2S | * '''Predecessor:''' WowGo 2S | ||
* ''' | * '''Inspired by:''' Boosted Plus and Boosted Stealth | ||
* '''Weatherproof:''' | * '''Colors:''' Orange and black models | ||
* '''Warranty:''' 180 days | * '''Motor type:''' Rear direct drive hub-motors | ||
* '''Regenerative braking:''' Yes | |||
* '''Swappable wheels:''' Yes | |||
* '''Removable battery:''' Yes | |||
* '''Auto shut-down:''' Yes, 5 min after remote off | |||
* '''Ride backwards:''' Yes, all modes and speeds | |||
* '''Telemetry:''' Yes, on remote - battery, speed and distance | |||
* '''Weatherproof:''' Basic waterproof treatment on inside and outside areas, controller emerged in silicone | |||
* '''Handle grip:''' No, can be added by request | |||
* '''Warranty:''' 180 days / 6 months | |||
* '''Email:''' wowgoboard@gmail.com | |||
* '''After service:''' www.facebook.com/wowgoaftersale | |||
* '''Retail price:''' 6Ah 499.99USD / 8Ah 599.99USD | |||
* '''Kit contents:''' | * '''Kit contents:''' | ||
** 1x WowGo 3 assembled longboard | ** 1x WowGo 3 assembled electric longboard | ||
** 1x Smart | ** 1x Smart OLED wireless remote control | ||
** | ** 2x Replaceable PU sleeve-tires | ||
** 2x Extra Foam for | ** 2x Extra Foam pieces for deck swap | ||
** 1x | ** 1x Lithium-ion 42v 2A charger | ||
** 1x T-wrench | ** 1x T-wrench and star-wrench tools | ||
** 1x Wall mounting hook | ** 1x Wall mounting hook | ||
** 1x Rear red LED-light | ** 1x Rear red LED-light USB-rechargable | ||
** 5x Spare case screws | |||
** 5x Spare rear-hub plate screws | |||
== Performance == | == Performance == | ||
* '''Speed:''' | * '''Speed:''' | ||
** Slow mode: 0- | ** Mode 1 - Slow mode: 0-20 km/h / 0-12 miles/h | ||
** Normal mode: 0- | ** Mode 2 - Normal mode: 0-30 km/h / 0-18 miles/h | ||
** Fast mode: 0- | ** Mode 3 - Fast mode: 0-39 km/h / 0-24 miles/h | ||
** Turbo mode: 0- | ** Turbo mode: 0-39 km/h / 0-24 miles/h - continuous | ||
* '''Hill | * '''Hill climbing:''' 25-30% / 18-27° | ||
* '''Consumption:''' | |||
** Flat: 9.0-11.4 Wh/km / 14.4-18.0 Wh/mile (batt./range=consumption) | |||
** Hills: 18 Wh/km / 28.8 Wh / mile | |||
* '''Range:''' | * '''Range:''' | ||
** | ** 216Wh (6.0Ah) battery: 19-22.5 km / 12-14 miles | ||
** | ** 288Wh (8.0Ah) battery: 27-32 km / 17-20 miles | ||
* '''Charging time:''' | |||
** 216Wh (6.0Ah) battery: 3 hours (6Ah/2A=3h) | |||
** 288Wh (8.0Ah) battery: 4 hours (8Ah/2A=4h) | |||
== Parts == | == Parts == | ||
* ''' | * '''Deck:''' 83% bamboo and 17% fiber glass layered deck, supreme elastic, comfortable to ride, very strong, can be jumped on it | ||
* '''Controller:''' | * '''Controller:''' WowGo HobbyWing ESC, new unique turbo mode, fast accelerate to 39km/h top speed, max power increase up to 55% on turbo mode, very smooth on accelerate and brake, water and dust resistance, no firmware upgrade ability | ||
* '''Battery:''' Samsung Lithium-ion 30Q cells 10S2P 6Ah 36V (216Wh) or Samsung Lithium-ion 40T cells 10S2P 8Ah 36V (288Wh), | * '''Battery:''' Enclosed in front case by six screws, BMS built-in, XT60 connector, DC-jack charging port, 10x3.6V 2x parallel, usable battery voltage 32V to 42V, 18650/21700 cells, charging-port on front of battery case | ||
* '''Charger:''' 100-220V AC input, 42V adapter | ** Cells: Samsung Lithium-ion 30Q 18650 cells 10S2P 6Ah 36V (216Wh) or Samsung Lithium-ion 40T 21700 cells 10S2P 8Ah 36V (288Wh) - quality cells | ||
* ''' | ** Pack size: 6Ah - 140 x 104 x 40 mm, 8Ah - 143 x 116 x 43 mm | ||
* ''' | ** Battery assembler: Jingnoo New Energy Co., Ltd. | ||
** You can make your own DIY battery from individual cells, only need spot welder | |||
** Rear: | * '''Charger:''' 100-220V AC input, 42V 2A adapter | ||
* '''Motors:''' 2x Rear 36V hub-motors, nom. 250W, peak power 375~500W, MR30 3-pin connectors, 3x hall-effect sensors, interchangeable wheel sleeve by removing 6x screws | |||
* '''Trucks:''' Fantastic carving experience, very flexible, stable on high speed | |||
** Front: Paris 50° V2 truck - best selling longboard truck | |||
** Rear: WowGo 3 design, inspired by Paris V2 truck | |||
* '''Bushings:''' 4x Paris 90A barrel bushings - pair on each truck | |||
** Upgrade: 83A 90A 96A 100A bushings - from soft to rigid | |||
* '''Wheels:''' | * '''Wheels:''' | ||
** '''Front:''' PU 90x62mm 78A soft, Abec 11 flywheels core [https://youtu.be/nj4Ry9uPIgM?t=67], suspension design in structure, shock absorption, comfortable to ride, stable at high speed and better grip, reflective printing on the wheel in the dark, wearable and durable | |||
** '''Rear:''' PU 90x62mm 78A soft layer over hub sleeve, interchangeable, harder feel than front wheels since less thickness | |||
* '''Bearings:''' 8x Zealous | * '''Bearings:''' 8x Zealous brand green bearings, all over, high precision, high quality, low resistance and no noise, less resistance get extra range | ||
* '''Remote:''' Ergonomic grip, power/configuration-button, | * '''Remote:''' Ergonomic grip, power/configuration-button, wheel control(forward/brake), small OLED-display, USB-C port, user friendly design, 0.5 hours charging, 2.4G RF Technology | ||
** Display data: Power-on WowGo logo, board and battery battery level, speed indicator, ride mode, motor rotation direction, trip distance, total distance traveled/odometer | |||
* '''Grip tape:''' Classic WowGo design | * '''Grip tape:''' Classic WowGo design | ||
** '''Upgrade:''' Better quality grip tape | ** '''Upgrade:''' Better quality grip tape | ||
* '''Case:''' Reinforced plastic | * '''Case:''' Reinforced light and strong plastic, small size, make board look more simple and decent, effective structure design for ESC cooling | ||
== Dimensions == | == Dimensions == | ||
* '''Max. load:''' 150 kg / 330 lbs, 120 kg / 265 lbs or lower recommended | * '''Max. load:''' 150 kg / 330 lbs, 120 kg / 265 lbs or lower recommended | ||
* '''Board size:''' 965 x 230 x 140 mm / 38 x 9 x 5.5 inches | * '''Board size:''' 965 x 230 x 140 mm / 38 x 9 x 5.5 inches | ||
* '''Ride height:''' | * '''Ride height:''' 130 mm | ||
* '''Truck hanger width:''' | * '''Truck hanger width:''' 180 mm | ||
* '''Wheel side-to-side width:''' 280 mm | |||
* '''Package size:''' 1030 x 300 x 160 mm / 40.6 x 11.8 x 6.3 inches | * '''Package size:''' 1030 x 300 x 160 mm / 40.6 x 11.8 x 6.3 inches | ||
* '''Board weight:''' 7.8kg / 17.2 pounds | * '''Board weight:''' 7.8kg / 17.2 pounds | ||
* '''Package weight:''' 10.3 kg / 22.7 pounds | * '''Package weight:''' 10.3 kg / 22.7 pounds | ||
== Setup == | |||
* '''Tighten all screws:''' | |||
** Go over the board with a screw driver and the T-wrench and tighten all the screw before the first ride | |||
* '''Adjust steering sensitivity:''' | |||
** Adjust the tightness of the nut at the front of the truck by using a T-wrench. Loosen the nut to make the steering flexible/easier or tightening the nut to make the board stiffer/stable | |||
** I had to adjust one turn firmer from the factory compression, 75 kg and fast rider | |||
* '''Pair the remote to the board:''' | |||
** Turn off the board and remote, long press the power button of the board and the remote at the same time for more than 5 seconds, when the remote vibrates it is paired! | |||
* '''Re-set the remote from kilometres to miles:''' | |||
** Re-pair the remote to the board and then you will see the option (km or miles), double-click the power button on the remote to confirm the selection | |||
* '''Wobbly board while riding:''' | |||
** Tighten both trucks with the T-wrench to make it more rigid and stable, but not too tight | |||
== Operation == | |||
* '''Power up:''' | |||
** Press the board power button for 2 seconds and the remote for 2 seconds, either order will work, a vibration will confirm successful connection | |||
* '''Change mode of operation:''' | |||
** Press the remote power button and a vibration will confirm the change of mode, also the display will show the new mode, 1 to 3, and T, then loop | |||
* '''Change motor direction:''' | |||
** Quick double-tap of the remote power button and a vibration will confirm the change of motor direction, the arrows on the remote display will also show the direction | |||
== Upgrades == | |||
* Softer wheels | |||
* Carrying handle - cut 10 x 2.8 cm slot | |||
* Softer or harder Venom or Orangatang Nipples bushings 83A 90A 96A 100A depending on preference | |||
* Paint inner motor parts black | |||
* Front light | |||
== Issues == | |||
* Rattling from the rear hub-motors | |||
** The sleeve has a small gap when fitted over the motor casing, try rotating or switching over the sleeves from one motor to the other, or add a piece of electrical tape to narrow the gap | |||
** The thickness is also less on a hub-motor, so there will be limited vibration damping and thus decreased friction between the sleeve and surface | |||
== Gallery == | |||
<gallery widths=200px> | |||
Image:wowgo3_overview_orange1.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_overview_orange2.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_overview_orange3.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_overview_orange4.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_overview_orange5.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_overview_orange.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_overview_black.jpg | |||
Image:Wowgo3_contents.png | |||
Image:wowgo3_controller_esc.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_cable_battery_esc.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_battery_6ah.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_battery_8ah.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_case_esc.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_case_battery.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_hubmotor_orange.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_hubmotor_black.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_hubmotor_sleeve_orange.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_hubmotor_sleeve_black.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_wheel_front_orange.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_wheel_front_black.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_truck_paris.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_truck_back.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_bushings_paris.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_bearings_zealous.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_deck_bamboo_fiber.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_deck_orange.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_deck_black.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_remote_smart.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_charger.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_rear_light.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_front.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_rear.jpg | |||
Image:wowgo3_under.jpg | |||
</gallery> | |||
== References == | |||
* [https://skatemetric.com/index.php/visualize-and-compare/ Skatemetric WowGo 3] | |||
* [https://www.electricskateboardhq.com/wowgo-3-review-its-butter/ Wowgo 3 Review – It’s Butter] | |||
Latest revision as of 11:11, 9 October 2020
The WowGo 3 is a flexible carving 38-inch longboard with powerful rear hub motors. It features genuine Paris front truck and copy rear truck. Silent ride on a smooth surface. It goes all the way up to 39 km/h with turbo mode with consistent torque. Samsung cells provide massive current and can handle huge loads with minimal voltage sage.
Specifications
- Company: WowGo Board Ltd., Jiaanda Building, Dalang Street, Longhua District, Shenzhen,China
- Released: April 2019
- Model: WOWGO-3-OR, WOWGO-3-BK
- Predecessor: WowGo 2S
- Inspired by: Boosted Plus and Boosted Stealth
- Colors: Orange and black models
- Motor type: Rear direct drive hub-motors
- Regenerative braking: Yes
- Swappable wheels: Yes
- Removable battery: Yes
- Auto shut-down: Yes, 5 min after remote off
- Ride backwards: Yes, all modes and speeds
- Telemetry: Yes, on remote - battery, speed and distance
- Weatherproof: Basic waterproof treatment on inside and outside areas, controller emerged in silicone
- Handle grip: No, can be added by request
- Warranty: 180 days / 6 months
- Email: wowgoboard@gmail.com
- After service: www.facebook.com/wowgoaftersale
- Retail price: 6Ah 499.99USD / 8Ah 599.99USD
- Kit contents:
- 1x WowGo 3 assembled electric longboard
- 1x Smart OLED wireless remote control
- 2x Replaceable PU sleeve-tires
- 2x Extra Foam pieces for deck swap
- 1x Lithium-ion 42v 2A charger
- 1x T-wrench and star-wrench tools
- 1x Wall mounting hook
- 1x Rear red LED-light USB-rechargable
- 5x Spare case screws
- 5x Spare rear-hub plate screws
Performance
- Speed:
- Mode 1 - Slow mode: 0-20 km/h / 0-12 miles/h
- Mode 2 - Normal mode: 0-30 km/h / 0-18 miles/h
- Mode 3 - Fast mode: 0-39 km/h / 0-24 miles/h
- Turbo mode: 0-39 km/h / 0-24 miles/h - continuous
- Hill climbing: 25-30% / 18-27°
- Consumption:
- Flat: 9.0-11.4 Wh/km / 14.4-18.0 Wh/mile (batt./range=consumption)
- Hills: 18 Wh/km / 28.8 Wh / mile
- Range:
- 216Wh (6.0Ah) battery: 19-22.5 km / 12-14 miles
- 288Wh (8.0Ah) battery: 27-32 km / 17-20 miles
- Charging time:
- 216Wh (6.0Ah) battery: 3 hours (6Ah/2A=3h)
- 288Wh (8.0Ah) battery: 4 hours (8Ah/2A=4h)
Parts
- Deck: 83% bamboo and 17% fiber glass layered deck, supreme elastic, comfortable to ride, very strong, can be jumped on it
- Controller: WowGo HobbyWing ESC, new unique turbo mode, fast accelerate to 39km/h top speed, max power increase up to 55% on turbo mode, very smooth on accelerate and brake, water and dust resistance, no firmware upgrade ability
- Battery: Enclosed in front case by six screws, BMS built-in, XT60 connector, DC-jack charging port, 10x3.6V 2x parallel, usable battery voltage 32V to 42V, 18650/21700 cells, charging-port on front of battery case
- Cells: Samsung Lithium-ion 30Q 18650 cells 10S2P 6Ah 36V (216Wh) or Samsung Lithium-ion 40T 21700 cells 10S2P 8Ah 36V (288Wh) - quality cells
- Pack size: 6Ah - 140 x 104 x 40 mm, 8Ah - 143 x 116 x 43 mm
- Battery assembler: Jingnoo New Energy Co., Ltd.
- You can make your own DIY battery from individual cells, only need spot welder
- Charger: 100-220V AC input, 42V 2A adapter
- Motors: 2x Rear 36V hub-motors, nom. 250W, peak power 375~500W, MR30 3-pin connectors, 3x hall-effect sensors, interchangeable wheel sleeve by removing 6x screws
- Trucks: Fantastic carving experience, very flexible, stable on high speed
- Front: Paris 50° V2 truck - best selling longboard truck
- Rear: WowGo 3 design, inspired by Paris V2 truck
- Bushings: 4x Paris 90A barrel bushings - pair on each truck
- Upgrade: 83A 90A 96A 100A bushings - from soft to rigid
- Wheels:
- Front: PU 90x62mm 78A soft, Abec 11 flywheels core [1], suspension design in structure, shock absorption, comfortable to ride, stable at high speed and better grip, reflective printing on the wheel in the dark, wearable and durable
- Rear: PU 90x62mm 78A soft layer over hub sleeve, interchangeable, harder feel than front wheels since less thickness
- Bearings: 8x Zealous brand green bearings, all over, high precision, high quality, low resistance and no noise, less resistance get extra range
- Remote: Ergonomic grip, power/configuration-button, wheel control(forward/brake), small OLED-display, USB-C port, user friendly design, 0.5 hours charging, 2.4G RF Technology
- Display data: Power-on WowGo logo, board and battery battery level, speed indicator, ride mode, motor rotation direction, trip distance, total distance traveled/odometer
- Grip tape: Classic WowGo design
- Upgrade: Better quality grip tape
- Case: Reinforced light and strong plastic, small size, make board look more simple and decent, effective structure design for ESC cooling
Dimensions
- Max. load: 150 kg / 330 lbs, 120 kg / 265 lbs or lower recommended
- Board size: 965 x 230 x 140 mm / 38 x 9 x 5.5 inches
- Ride height: 130 mm
- Truck hanger width: 180 mm
- Wheel side-to-side width: 280 mm
- Package size: 1030 x 300 x 160 mm / 40.6 x 11.8 x 6.3 inches
- Board weight: 7.8kg / 17.2 pounds
- Package weight: 10.3 kg / 22.7 pounds
Setup
- Tighten all screws:
- Go over the board with a screw driver and the T-wrench and tighten all the screw before the first ride
- Adjust steering sensitivity:
- Adjust the tightness of the nut at the front of the truck by using a T-wrench. Loosen the nut to make the steering flexible/easier or tightening the nut to make the board stiffer/stable
- I had to adjust one turn firmer from the factory compression, 75 kg and fast rider
- Pair the remote to the board:
- Turn off the board and remote, long press the power button of the board and the remote at the same time for more than 5 seconds, when the remote vibrates it is paired!
- Re-set the remote from kilometres to miles:
- Re-pair the remote to the board and then you will see the option (km or miles), double-click the power button on the remote to confirm the selection
- Wobbly board while riding:
- Tighten both trucks with the T-wrench to make it more rigid and stable, but not too tight
Operation
- Power up:
- Press the board power button for 2 seconds and the remote for 2 seconds, either order will work, a vibration will confirm successful connection
- Change mode of operation:
- Press the remote power button and a vibration will confirm the change of mode, also the display will show the new mode, 1 to 3, and T, then loop
- Change motor direction:
- Quick double-tap of the remote power button and a vibration will confirm the change of motor direction, the arrows on the remote display will also show the direction
Upgrades
- Softer wheels
- Carrying handle - cut 10 x 2.8 cm slot
- Softer or harder Venom or Orangatang Nipples bushings 83A 90A 96A 100A depending on preference
- Paint inner motor parts black
- Front light
Issues
- Rattling from the rear hub-motors
- The sleeve has a small gap when fitted over the motor casing, try rotating or switching over the sleeves from one motor to the other, or add a piece of electrical tape to narrow the gap
- The thickness is also less on a hub-motor, so there will be limited vibration damping and thus decreased friction between the sleeve and surface
