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December 31, 2008

Nice looking pedicab from Germany

http://www.radkutsche.de

From what I can gather the “X-Hopper” pedicab has a Shimano 7 speed derailleur drive train, 26″ front wheel and 24″ back wheels, weights in at a mere 154 pounds, and costs 3,980 Euros. (approximately $5550 USD)
CORRECTION:
The price of 3,980 Euro includes the German VAT tax.  When these vehicles are sold outside of European Union, […]

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December 16, 2008

Do not shit in the bathtub

 After following some of the comments that have appeared on this blog and reading the postings at the yahoo pedicab group I have come to the following conclusions:
 

Pedicabs operate in a very small arena, not so much as a pond, but a bathtub.
If our regulating authorities want to shut us down, they can do so […]

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December 15, 2008

No personal attacks will be permitted on this site.

Hey guys,
We are an intense group at times.  I have personally have to moderate my own opinion and delete my own rants when I go so far as to write something that is outside of the stated goals of this site:
“This website is intended to provide news and information to Austin pedicab drivers, City of […]

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December 12, 2008

Who Wants A Ride?

“Who Wants A Ride?” is a documentary about the “pedicabers” (bicycle taxi) of Austin Texas. Follow the rough group of pedicabers around the back allies of 6th street as they tell their stories. Tales of molestation, celebrities, sex, passion, and other crazy and embarrassing moments. While the job can be crazy at times, there is […]

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