About Tom's Gadget Garage

I’m Tom, the creator behind Tom’s Gadget Garage.

What started as a personal interest in electric scooters and e-bikes has grown into a hands-on review platform focused on real-world testing, not marketing claims. Every product I feature is something I personally ride, test, and evaluate the way an everyday rider actually would — on real roads, real hills, and real commutes.

My content focuses on:

• Electric scooters and e-bikes
• Range testing, hill climbs, and performance analysis
• Ride quality, comfort, and long-term usability
• Honest first impressions and follow-up testing
   

I don’t believe specs tell the whole story. Motor wattage, battery size, and advertised range only matter if they translate into a good real-world riding experience. That’s why I put a strong emphasis on how a product feels, how it performs under load, and whether it actually makes sense for daily riding.

You’ll often see me testing products in situations most riders care about — stop-and-go city riding, sustained climbs, longer-distance runs, and practical commuting scenarios. I also call out things that surprise me, whether that’s better-than-expected performance or areas where a product falls short.

I create content across:

• YouTube, where I post full reviews, range tests, and detailed ride footage

• Short-form video, highlighting specific features or performance moments

• This blog, where I share first ride impressions, real-world observations, and deeper context around the products I test.

Some products are provided for review, but my opinions are always my own. If something performs well, I’ll say it. If it doesn’t, I’ll say that too.

If you’re looking for honest, data-backed insights into electric scooters and e-bikes — without hype — you’re in the right place.