More power. More attitude. More options.
Three new models.
Segway Inc. introduced its new product line on March 1, 2005, featuring three new models and lithium-ion batteries that double the range of the Segway® Personal Transporter (PT). The line includes the new Segway PT i180 in Midnight Blue, Midnight Blue/Solar Yellow and Midnight Blue/Sport Red color combinations; the Segway Cross-Terrain Transporter (XT); and the Segway Golf Transporter (GT).

Segway worked with Valence Technology, Inc. to develop Saphion® lithium-ion batteries for the Segway PT i180, Segway XT and Segway GT. The new batteries are available on each of these models and deliver an impressive range of up to 24 miles on a single charge depending on terrain, riding style and payload. Saphion lithium-ion batteries are very low-maintenance and can operate at battery temperatures as low as 14 degrees Fahrenheit.

The Segway XT is designed for smooth, stable riding in a wide variety of off-pavement environments. It features lithium-ion batteries, larger tires and sturdy fender frames and fenders to protect the rider from debris. The Segway GT is perfect for the avid golfer who's looking to speed up his or her game. It features a golf bag carrier, enhanced traction tires, lithium-ion batteries and a unique standby key that enables the unit to stay powered on as the rider makes his or her shot. A golfer can use the Segway GT to play up to 36 holes on one battery charge.

All of the new models will be available in late April at authorized Segway dealers.

SEG America to host three SegwayFest events in 2005.
SEG America, the independent Segway PT owners and enthusiasts group, is hosting three regional festivals this year. The events, open to everyone, will be held in Sacramento, CA (see below); New Hampshire (July); and Washington, D.C. (September).

Each SegwayFest event will be scheduled on a weekend and will offer demonstrations, seminars, Segway PT riding skill contests, games, group glides, and much more. Each event includes an optional dinner and keynote address, and will be supported by employees from Segway Inc.

The first regional festival will be a one-day event held in Sacramento, CA on Saturday, May 14, 2005 at the Sheraton Grand Sacramento. There will be some additional activities scheduled on Friday (May 13) and Sunday (May 15) for those arriving early or staying later.

SEG America has set aside a limited block of rooms available for Friday and Saturday evening. Reservations must be made directly through Sheraton's Central Reservation Office at 1-800-325-3535. Mention the SEG America SegwayFest in order to take advantage of the special room rates, which range from $119-$169 (+ taxes & fees), depending upon occupancy.

Please visit the SEG America website at www.segamerica.org regularly for new updates, registration information, and additional information about the 2005 SegwayFest events.

Coming to a newsstand near you.
Keep a look out for new Segway product features on your local newstands in the coming weeks. The April issue of Popular Science (www.popsci.com) is currently available on newsstands and features the Segway(R) Cross-Terrain Transporter (XT) in its "What's New" section on Page 25. Sync Magazine (www.syncmag.com) plans to publish a feature on the Segway(R) Golf Transporter (GT) in its April/May issue.

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa rolls out Segway GTs.
For decades, golfers have been attracted to Scottsdale, Arizona, also known as the Valley of the Sun, for its almost year-round moderate climate, picturesque mountains, and desert landscape. However, even perfection needs a trick shot every once in awhile. This spring, there's a new way to play the game of golf at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa - cruising the links on a Segway® Golf Transporter (GT).

The Westin Kierland has been evaluating the Segway PT on its links during the last month and will upgrade their fleet to Segway GTs as of this April, when they plan to begin renting eight Segway GTs to their golf clientele.

"The resort is investing in this technology to reinvigorate travelers' appetites for the game," said J. Bruce Lange, general manager of The Westin Kierland, which opened in November 2002. "The Segway GT brings a new element to the golf experience. There's a financial upside as well. We've found that use of the Segway GT can decrease playing time by 30 percent, which will eventually turn into earnings through increased rounds."
With their low-impact on fairways and greens, especially on days when it's cart-path only, Segway GTs also bring relief to golf course superintendents. Play delays on busy days are also minimized.

Golf course designer Scott Miller was one of the first to play 18 holes at Kierland Golf Club, a course that he designed. "It was a great experience. While I prefer to walk courses versus driving carts, the Segway GT was a great alternative. One-person travel allows for more concentration. The pace of play was definitely quicker."

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is located in Scottsdale, Arizona. For more information, please visit their website at www.kierlandresort.com.

A massive glimpse into our history.
Ever wanted to catch a glimpse of Segway Inc.'s early design history? Now you can through Massive Change - The Future of Global Design (www.massivechange.com). This exhibit by Bruce Mau Design and the Institute without Boundaries was commissioned and organized by the Vancouver Art Gallery in October, 2004. Segway was asked to participate in this amazing exhibit, which showcases the Segway PT in the transportation section.

Putting together Segway Inc.'s contribution wasn't as easy as you might think. Back in August 2004, representatives from Bruce Mau Design came to Segway and requested prototypes, design iterations of fenders, handlebars and anything else we had. While Segway houses world-class engineers, they are not museum curators or historians! Luckily, however, they are pack-rats. After hours in the bowels of an Old Mill Yard building in Manchester, we came up with some very exciting things. Some of the items featured in the exhibit are one and only originals.

This exhibit gives you a bird's eye view of Segway Inc.'s early design history, and features five early prototypes as well as a progression of handlebar and wheel designs. Doug Field, Segway Inc.'s Chief Technology Officer, provided the commentary for the exhibit, describing why some designs were approved and why some did not make it to production.

The exhibit is on tour and has recently moved to the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto until May 29, 2005. Future 2005 venues and dates are not finalized, but the exhibit will travel to the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago in 2006. Each museum has also had use of a Segway PT at the exhibit, and they all agree that it's the hit of the show!

Don't have a dealer around you? Maybe now you do.
Segway continues to sign up new authorized Segway dealers across the country. We're proud to announce the following dealers have recently joined the Segway family during the first quarter of 2005:

Chat with Doug Field,
Chief Technology Officer of Segway Inc.
On Wednesday, March 23, 2005 (tonight!) from 7:00-8:00pm ET (4:00-5:00pm PT), Segway.com and SegwayChat are pleased to host a live chat event with the ever-popular Doug Field, Segway Inc.'s Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Design & Engineering. He will discuss the roll-out of the new Segway PT i180, Segway XT for rough terrain, and the Segway GT, which is designed for golf courses. He'll also answer your questions about the new lithium-ion batteries being offered on the new models and as an optional upgrade for previous i Series owners. More information about this event is available: http://www.segway.com/connect/chats/.

From all of us here at Segway, we wish you a warm and sunny Spring!
And don't forget to enjoy the glide.