The 10 Best Dirt Scooters

Whether you're a teenager or full-grown human, you'll love the Razor Pro RDS (appx. $91). It's the leading model from one of the most popular names in the business, boasting a heavy-duty, aircraft-grade aluminum frame, a 360-degree-rotating handlebar and a bright red finish.

If you're a street rider on a budget and are looking to try your hand at off-roading, the Xspec Freestyle Pro (about $89) is a good choice. It features all the bells and whistles necessary to cut it on the track or in the park, at a price that won't break the bank.

Don't let wet mud or loose rock keep you from tackling the road less traveled with the Osprey Off-Road (around $140). This robust model is equipped with super knobby wheels for gripping even the most slippery surfaces, plus a durable aluminum deck for deflecting all kinds of debris.

Tested by professional riders, like John Radtke, the Razor Phase Two (appx. $159) is sure to take your scootering to the next level. It handles beautifully on all kinds of rugged earth and terrain, though perhaps less so on smooth pavement, as its chunky treads tend to slow it down.

Extreme scooter enthusiasts should check out the Grit D2 (about $199), an Australian-made model that enjoys a popular following in the land down under. Of course, it will perform just as readily here, thanks to high-end components like an end-joined head tube and concave alloy deck.

Weighing just under 11 pounds, and with a fully rotating handlebar, the Kobe 360 (about $149) is easy to whip around and perform all your favorite tricks at the terrain park. It doesn't have the most inspired design we've ever seen, but it's definitely functional.

Go from the pump track to the skate park with the Pulse Performance Products DX1 (about $127), which features ABEC-5 bearings for absorbing shocks in the former and a reinforced aluminum platform for grinding rails in the latter. Just be sure you weigh less than its 180-pound limit.

From sidewalks to foot paths, the Madd Gear All-Terrain (around $89) can handle most irregular surfaces with ease, thanks to its sturdy steel frame and large rear brake. Unfortunately, the tread on its 200mm tires is a bit thin, so it does struggle for traction in mud and loose dirt.

Why kick-push your way around the pump track when the Razor RX200 Electric (appx. $229) could do the work for you? The off-road version of the brand's popular E2000 model, this one is fully outfitted for trail riding, featuring rugged air-filled tires and a new high-torque gear ratio.

With a wide foot platform, a relaxed stance and responsive hand brakes, the Mongoose Expo (around $73) is perfect for young riders who may not be able to balance on more aggressive frames. If you're looking for an alternative to the birthday or Christmas bicycle, this is it.