If you’ve read our last post, A Brief History of Electric Scooters, you already know we’re mildly obsessed with the idea of zipping around town on two wheels (and occasionally one, if Jake’s balance decides to take a day off). Electric scooters took something as mundane as commuting and made it cool—and let’s be honest, slightly dangerous. But now that scooters have become a regular sight on sidewalks, we can’t help but ask:

What’s next in the world of crazy rides?

We did some digging (a.k.a. Max fell down an internet rabbit hole while Jake made popcorn), and the future looks absolutely bonkers. Jetpacks? Hoverboards? Flying cars? Let’s dive into the possibilities—and, of course, imagine how we’d inevitably screw them up.

Jetpacks: Because Walking is Overrated

Ah, jetpacks—the ultimate “cool kid” of futuristic transportation. Strap one on, hit a button, and suddenly you’re soaring above the city like Iron Man’s less-coordinated cousin. Sounds amazing, right?

Now picture this: Max decides to test out a jetpack in our backyard (because why not?). The first 10 seconds are glorious. He’s 10 feet in the air, yelling, “I’m king of the world!” Then, classic Max happens. He misjudges the landing, clips a tree, and ends up dangling upside down by his parachute. Jake? He’s on the ground, filming it all for the blog and laughing so hard he can’t breathe.

Jetpacks are the ultimate ride for thrill-seekers, but they come with a steep learning curve—and maybe some sturdy insurance.

Hoverboards: No Wheels, No Limits

We’re not talking about the two-wheeled "hoverboards" that had their 15 minutes of fame a few years ago. We mean the real deal: levitating, sci-fi-style boards that let you glide above the ground like Marty McFly.

Jake is already dreaming of taking a hoverboard to the local skate park. In his head, he’s pulling off flawless flips and impressing everyone. In reality? His first attempt involves flying straight into a fountain because, as it turns out, hoverboards don’t come with brakes. But hey, at least it’d make for great content.

Personal Flying Cars: The Sky is Literally the Limit

Flying cars are the holy grail of futuristic transportation. Forget traffic jams—just hit “up” and cruise over the gridlock like a boss. Sounds perfect, right? Well, maybe for people who don’t argue over directions every five minutes.

Imagine us trying this out. Max wants to take the scenic route; Jake insists on using GPS. They’re mid-argument when the car’s autopilot kicks in and decides to take them on an unexpected detour...to a cornfield. Lesson learned: flying cars are only as smart as the people flying them.

Gotta make a call out to Jetson as these personal aerial vehicles seem to be on the horizon for all of us!

Submarines: Rides for the Brave (and Non-Seasick)

Okay, so submarines aren’t exactly futuristic, but personal ones are definitely in the “wild and crazy” category. They let you explore the ocean like a modern-day Jacques Cousteau—if Jacques had no idea how to operate one.

Jake loves the idea of taking a submarine for a spin until, five minutes in, he remembers he gets seasick. Meanwhile, Max is busy trying to figure out how to “drift” underwater, which probably isn’t a thing but doesn’t stop him from trying. Spoiler alert: the Coast Guard gets involved.

The Evolution of Adventure

Looking back, it’s wild to think about how far we’ve come—from bicycles and scooters to the crazy contraptions we’re dreaming about now. Electric scooters may have started the personal transportation revolution, but the future promises rides that are faster, wilder, and maybe just a little bit riskier.

If scooters taught us anything, it’s that adventure is all about embracing the unexpected. (And wearing a helmet. Seriously, wear a helmet.)

Life’s too short to stay grounded, so let’s keep dreaming big—and maybe investing in some bubble wrap for Max.