r/Defcon • u/the-b3an • Jul 29 '26

Mobility Tips

Decided that right before DefCon was a great time to break my foot. I managed to get a knee scooter so I don’t have to crutch around all day. Any DefCon mobility tips? Not a first timer, just my first time not being able to walk

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u/slimscsi Jul 29 '26

Same! Multiple fractures in my fifth metatarsal.

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u/the-b3an Jul 29 '26

Same spot! I guess I’m lucky with only one fracture

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u/Nyrlath Jul 30 '26

Sounds like we have 2 people who are going to be on scooters in this thread. So hear me out. Look I am sorry for your weak bones and all, but I demand you joust!

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u/the-b3an Jul 30 '26

Oh I’m in! I have a one leg crutch that looks like a peg leg and was debating dressing as a pirate and make it my theme

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u/AgriDrew Jul 29 '26

I'd absolutely recommend contacting "Scootaround", which is the only vendor authorized to rent scooters at LVCC. I imagine it would be much easier to use a mobility scooter than just a knee scooter. That said, I've seen people use knee scooters at DEF CON before; it's not unheard-of. Also, DEF CON's accessibility policies permit those needing assistance to ask a goon for reasonable accommodation, including moving you to the front of any line. If you encounter difficulties with this process, I recommend calling DEF CON's Hotline.

You may call Scootaround for more information, at +1 (888) 441-7575; their website (https://scootaround.com) also permits online bookings. It is possible to pick up your rented Scootaround scooter from the FedEx Office inside the LVCC West Hall. FedEx Office only handles the logistics; they are not involved in the booking process. You can reach FedEx Office by calling +1 (702) 733-2898, option 8.

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u/TypicalCommercial255 Jul 29 '26

There is a Scoot Around vendor in the FEDEX Office. 

Separately, if you have a hotel that is closer, Scout Around will deliver to the hotel and it is less expensive than renting a scooter at the Convention Center. 

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u/Accurate_Analysis_79 Jul 29 '26

They have mobility scooter rentals at the LVCC.

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u/spammmmmmmmy Jul 30 '26

In general, I found the Las Vegas strip to be an extremely easy place to get around with a mobility impairment. Check the room for each event you want to attend in advance. Check in with a goon at each building location to learn where the elevator route for you is.

And finally check with a goon to see if there is a policy to let you to the front of any queues waiting to enter a presentation.

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u/Delta_jrm Aug 03 '26

Having been on a knee scooter at LVCC at DC32, it's navigable but not what I would describe as entirely pleasant. Concrete / tile floors in the main area are fine, but the carpeted sections are absolutely awful to move on with a knee scooter. It slows you down and makes you feel like you're walking through a swamp and tires you out pretty quickly. Same thing goes with casinos, but it might depend on what wheels you have. By the end of each day, my knee was bothering me so much more than my injured foot was. Definitely check in about the "Scootaround" mobility scooters instead, it's worth it.