I ditched my safety strap yesterday. Even though I tried to avoid pulling on the strap, I would still occasionally do so, throwing off my balance. I think I also tended to crouch a bit while holding the strap. Without the strap, riding my Solowheel feels a lot more like flying or gliding.
Usually, when I have to step off suddenly, I can still bend down and grab the handle, but not always. Yesterday I tried to ride up a curb that was a little too steep, and basically launched myself off the Solowheel. No chance to grab hold that time, but the wheel basically just flopped over and stopped itself. Very minor scuffing, but almost no damage at all from a full speed wipeout. That plastic housing is impressively tough. Even the red rubber pads are extremely durable.
So, my advice: Once 9 Solowheel dismounts out of 10 are intentional, ditch the strap. Sure, you'll end up ditching the wheel now and then, but it will be easier to ride with good posture, and riding will be a lot more enjoyable.
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