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Auto Polo

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Hacker News Discussion

📝 Discussion Summary (Click to expand)

Theme1 – Modern tech‑based variants of traditional games

“I guess the modern day equivalent (technology that’s relatively new, unsafe and unregulated) would be electric scooter polo?” — merelysounds

Theme 2 – Structured competitions centered on unconventional transport

“The Segway polo world championship is the Woz Challenge Cup.” — consumer451

Theme 3 – Novelty sports that spark curiosity and the urge to try them

“The bumper cars are truly weird – they draw power from the conductive floor of the court…” — swiftcoder

🚀 Project Ideas

Generating project ideas…

SegwayPolo Finder & Booking Platform

Summary- A mobile and web platform that maps, schedules, and books local Segway polo (and related scooter‑based sports) games, solving the lack of organized venues and community coordination.

  • Core value: Enables players to discover games, reserve spots, and connect with fellow enthusiasts in real time.

Details

Key Value
Target Audience Urban tech hobbyists, fitness gamers, Segway owners
Core Feature Real‑time venue map + calendar integration + community chat
Tech Stack React Native, Node.js, Firebase
Difficulty Medium
Monetization Revenue-ready: Subscription $5/mo

Notes

  • HN commenters said “My first thought was that Segways would be ideal for the nerdiest fun modern‑ish recreation of polo” – this platform directly fulfills that wish.
  • Potential for regular discussion threads on local meet‑ups and a marketplace for equipment rentals.

ScooterPolo Gear Kit

Summary

  • A modular, attachable hardware kit that turns ordinary electric scooters into safe, regulated polo sticks and ball launchers, addressing safety and equipment scarcity concerns.
  • Core value: Low‑cost, plug‑and‑play conversion that lets commuters instantly join scooter polo without bulky gear.

Details

Key Value
Target Audience Scooter commuters, urban adventure seekers, stunt riders
Core Feature Snap‑on frame with ball‑launch motor, safety harness, sensor feedback
Tech Stack Arduino, BLDC motors, 3D‑printed PLA, Bluetooth
Difficulty High
Monetization Revenue-ready: One‑time purchase $199

Notes

  • Users expressed interest in “Segways would be ideal… it turns out that it was a thing,” indicating demand for novel equipment.
  • Could spark discussions on DIY safety modifications and generate user‑generated content for tutorials.

WhirlyBall Tournament Hub

Summary

  • An online service that standardizes rules, generates brackets, and streams live scores for WhirlyBall‑style bumper‑car sports, solving fragmented rule sets and poor organization.
  • Core value: Seamless tournament management that lets organizers run professional‑grade events with minimal effort.

Details| Key | Value |

|-----|-------| | Target Audience | Corporate event planners, recreation centers, game‑dev communities | | Core Feature | Automated bracket generation, live scoreboard, rule‑library API | | Tech Stack | Django, WebSockets, Stripe for payments | | Difficulty | Medium | | Monetization | Revenue-ready: Pay‑per‑event $10 per participant |

Notes

  • Commenters noted “WhirlyBall… seems like a pretty good bet” – a built‑in tournament platform would make participation easier.
  • Offers a clear discussion hook for enthusiasts to propose new game variants and share experiences.

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