SAVE $290:As of August 21, the Segway Ninebot KickScooter ES2 is on sale for only $299, down from $589. That's a discount of 49%.

When you have to get places that aren't far away enough to merit driving but are too far away to bear walking, an electric scooter can be the "secret third thing" that you need. Scooters are durable, lightweight, speedy, and even foldable. What's not to love? Get around campus faster this semester or commute to work (if you're lucky enough to live in a walkable — ahem — scooter-able city) with the help of a Segway electric scooter on sale today.

As of August 21, the Segway Ninebot KickScooter ES2 is on sale for $299. That's $290 off its original price of $589, which is a really good deal whichever way you spin it. As an added bonus, $299 is this model's lowest price ever, so if you've been toying around with the idea of investing in an electric scooter but couldn't quite commit yet, consider this a sign.

The Ninebot boasts a 15.5 mph top speed, one-step foldability, and large, solid tires that make for a sturdier, safer ride. Plus it has front and rear wheel shock absorbers, so you can smoothly brake when you need to. This Segway has a sleek design and it comes with a compatible app that gives you insight into every ride.

Run, don't walk to snag this Segway electric scooter at Amazon, and discover how your morning commute just might make you smile.