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Unread 11-26-2002, 10:51 AM
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I was able to take a short ride on a segway earlier year. Michelin developed the tire and wheel for "IT".

It was really cool. If you lean forward like you are going to start walking, segway moves forward. If you lean back, it stops or moves backwards.

If you get a chance, go for a ride
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