There are moments when something you’ve wanted for years suddenly becomes available—not because you planned for it, but because the timing finally lined up.
That’s exactly how I felt when I finally got to ride an e-scooter, thanks to Ecoo Ride, the first eco-friendly bike and scooter sharing service in Mindanao, now operating at Azuela Cove, Davao.
And yes—this was long overdue.
This isn’t just a novelty—it’s a real, usable mobility option inside one of Davao’s most walkable lifestyle areas.
Here’s how simple it is:
- Rate: ₱30 per 10 minutes
- Requirements:
- 18 years old and above
- Just bring any valid ID
That’s it.
You ride, enjoy, return, and go on with your day.
I’ve wanted an e-scooter long before the pandemic even happened.
Back then, commuting was a daily struggle. I was going to and from work either on my Yamaha YTX or driving a Mitsubishi L200 pickup. Both got the job done—but both also came with something I couldn’t ignore anymore: guilt about my carbon footprint.
I kept thinking, there has to be a better way.
Then one day, I saw a group of guys riding e-scooters.
No noise.
No smoke.
Just cruising.
And I remember thinking:
“That looks really cool. I want one.”
The problem?
The price point was completely out of reach.
So the interest stayed—but the purchase never happened.
Eventually, I became a dad.
And when that happens, priorities shift—hard.
E-scooters went from “someday” to “probably never.” Practicality took over. Time became limited. Being a full-time, hands-on dad meant hobbies like that had to stay on the back burner.
I honestly thought I’d never get the chance to ride one.
Enter the Davao Bloggers Society (And Perfect Timing)
When the Davao Bloggers Society was invited to test out the rides offered by Ecoo Ride, I didn’t hesitate for a second.
I immediately signed up.
I knew this might be my only real chance to finally experience riding an e-scooter—without buying one, maintaining one, or justifying the expense.
Even better, the schedule worked out perfectly.
The event happened during my son’s school hours, which meant I had just enough time to drop him off, head to Azuela Cove, enjoy the ride, and still be there in time to pick him up.
As a parent, that kind of timing feels like a small miracle.
First Ride Impressions: Surprisingly Easy and Ridiculously Fun
I’ll be honest—I expected a learning curve.
But the Ecoo Ride e-scooters were incredibly easy to operate.
You just:
- Push off
- Hit the accelerate button
- And you’re cruising
Within seconds, I was comfortably moving at around 25 kph, gliding through Azuela Cove.
No intimidation.
No awkward balance issues.
Just smooth, steady movement.
And the fun?
Immediate.
Faster Than Walking, Easier Than Biking
We actually bought bicycles so we could move around Azuela Cove more efficiently.
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Walking can be limiting, especially when you want to explore the entire area.
Ecoo Ride scooters make it convenient to go around Azuela.
- No need to bring bicycles
- No storage issues
- No setup time
You just ride.
For quick loops, photo walks, or just enjoying the open space at Azuela Cove, these scooters are easily one of the fastest and most enjoyable ways to get around.
Azuela Cove Feels Different on a Scooter
Riding through Azuela Cove on an e-scooter feels… right.
It’s quiet.
Clean.
Relaxed.
At one point, I parked in front of TUF to take some photos. I’ve always loved their service, and the spot just felt perfect for a quick stop.
That’s another underrated benefit of these scooters—you can stop, park, and take in your surroundings without the hassle of locking up a bike or finding parking for a car.
It encourages you to slow down, even while moving faster.
I First Noticed Ecoo Ride During Big Bad Wolf
Oh let me backpedal a bit cause I forgot to mention that this wasn’t my first time seeing Ecoo Ride.
I actually noticed them back when Big Bad Wolf came to Azuela Cove.
That was when my interest really kicked in—but at the time, I just didn’t have the time. Being a full-time, hands-on dad means your free time is measured in minutes, not hours.
So this recent experience felt like everything coming full circle.
More Than Just Fun—It’s a Glimpse of Better Mobility
What Ecoo Ride offers isn’t just entertainment.
It’s:
- Cleaner transportation
- Smarter short-distance mobility
- A practical alternative to cars for contained areas
And most importantly—it lowers the barrier to entry into e-scootering… er… e-scooting?
Even the most inexperienced members of the Davao Bloggers Society were able to comfortably go around Azuela Cove without incident in minutes. Some took some coaxing but everyone had a fun time in the end.
I didn’t need to buy an e-scooter to finally experience one. I just needed ₱30 and 10 minutes.
Riding an Ecoo Ride scooter at Azuela Cove wasn’t just fun—it was meaningful.
It connected years of curiosity, environmental guilt, life changes, and missed opportunities into one simple experience.
And for the first time in a long while, I felt like I was riding something aligned with both who I was and who I am now.
Ecoo Ride Being the FIRST IN MINDANAO isn’t just a headline.
Ecoo Ride gives us a sign of where urban mobility in Davao is headed.
And I’m genuinely happy I finally got to be part of it—even if it took a few years to get there.
