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He is shown in the photo with his family. He is not travelling at top speed. He is going with his family at walking speed. I'm sure there are similar warnings with your chair too. He just wants to be at (or close to) eye level with others. Disney has banned Segways (even though their...

There has not been a reported incident of a person with a qualifying disability, using a Segway as a mobility device, causing injury to another person.

Just exactly how many people have been injured (or killed) by someone using a Segway as their mobility device? Can the same be said for the rides at Disney?

So the solution is a complete ban on Segways (even for those that really need them for mobility)?

This is not correct. Disney can ask if the guest has a qualifying disability. The ADA does not allow them to inquire further into the nature of their disability.

For people with a qualifying disability that use a Segway as their primary mobility device - yes.

Federal Transit Administration – FTA – US Department of Transportation The Department’s ADA rule (49 CFR Part 37, §37.3) defines a “wheelchair” as “a mobility aid belonging to any class of three or four-wheeled vehicles, designed for and used by individuals with mobility impairments...”...

Another part of the issue is Disney's high profile in the industry. For example, a few zoos around the country have been (or recently started) denying Segway access (for persons with qualifying disabilities) based on Disney's denial of access. This is the "snowball" effect that makes their...

As of July 2009, 44 states and the District of Columbia have enacted legislation to allow use of Segway PTs on sidewalks, bike paths, and certain roads. The laws differ from state to state, so it is important that potential purchasers and Segway PT users carefully review their state regulations...

I get it...please believe me...I really do "get it".

Sue, You cannot have things both ways. Either Segways are not allowed under any conditions, or maybe they are.....(ADA)...

I understand your position....but if you could use a Segway, I believe you might have a different perspective.

Sue, You bring up some great points and I do see a number of issues you raise as well. Many of the concerns revolve around someone who is not proficient in using a Segway or that may not really need to use one and are just trying to "game" the system. Easy rentals without proper...

Never mind.

Myth - A mobility device must be FDA approved to qualify under ADA. This is a common misconception. FDA approval has nothing to do with ADA protections. Canes, crutches, walkers, braces, and many ECV’s and scooters are not FDA approved, but are covered under the ADA. Service dogs are...

1) A person with a disability on a Segway can see better - IE: at eye level. 2) They can also be seen better by others. 3) The Segway has zero turning radius making it far more manuverable than other mobility devices. 4) The Segway has a very small footprint - about the same space as an...

Myth - A mobility device must be FDA approved to qualify under ADA. This is a common misconception. FDA approval has nothing to do with ADA protections. Canes, crutches, walkers, braces, and many ECV’s and scooters are not FDA approved, but are covered under the ADA. Service dogs are...

Skip, DRAFT did not start this lawsuit. DRAFT became an objector once the terms of a Disney/plaintiff negociated class action settlement agreement was reached. The terms of the settlement called for a ban of Segways at Disney properties throughout the US forever. It also attempted to...

For those that are interested in learning more, please visit the following link to a white paper entitled "Public Myths and Objections Regarding the Segway" (and its use by people with disabilities)...