I have been using this scooter for almost 3 years now, it goes fast uphill, and downhill. It can carry me for about 8-10 miles before it needs a charge. Also, after a year of use it broke in the handle from too much turning because it was a later model, so we asked for a new one because of the problem, and they sent us a brand-new model free of charge. I would definitely think about purchasing, it is worth the money!