Remember when the Segway rolled out and everyone and his uncle raved on and on about how this was going to be bigger than cold fusion? Was it just five years ago that inventor Dean Kamen was forecasting they would sell 10,000 machines a week by the end of 2002. Well guess what? The Feds have called for the recall of all 23,300 Segway’s sold in the US following six reported accidents that resulted in broken wrists, teeth and even a chin. "Any injury is too much to us,'' said Segway Chief Executive Jim Norrod. "This company has built its reputation upon its commitment to safety. From day one, that was and has been our goal.'' OK, Jim. But wait a minute… This is a recall of all the machines ever sold. Which means in just over five years Segway has sold less than 24,000 machines. A far cry form the original forecast of 10,000 a week. Forget cold fusion. How about cold enthusiasm?
Ive been selling these on Amazon for five years. I've sold two. I've also stopped smiling!
Comment Preview