Utah Bob #35998 Posted May 1, 2022 Share Posted May 1, 2022 Okay WTH is a pedal pub? https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/pedal-pub-driver-charged-with-dui-after-crash-in-midtown-police-say Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted May 1, 2022 Share Posted May 1, 2022 They’re a rolling bar powered by the customers who pedal while perched on barstools. They’re driven around town in the areas where entertainment, drinking establishments, and trendy restaurants are concentrated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdeacon Joe Posted May 1, 2022 Share Posted May 1, 2022 https://forums.sassnet.com/index.php?/topic/333245-dont-drink-and-drive~/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyenne Ranger, 48747L Posted May 1, 2022 Share Posted May 1, 2022 pedaling while intoxicated = PWI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. R. Hugh Kidnme Posted May 1, 2022 Share Posted May 1, 2022 They are for when you want to die, drunk in a horrible fashion. Hey, it's America. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 Pedal Pub = another stupid idea to get people drunk and pedal their own drunk arses and the company rickshaw around town and pay the owner to do it. Basically it’s an idea that appeals to narcissistic buttheads so they can say they did it and be seen doing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 If I want to drink, I FOR DAMNED SURE don’t want to be hot, sweaty, and out of breath doing it!! I want a cool, comfortable place to drink and preferably, a nice looking server to take my order and bring it to me!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted May 2, 2022 Author Share Posted May 2, 2022 Only in a city! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 And most small college towns and minor bergs with an entertainment district. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967 Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 Evidently they have 'em in Texas, too.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted May 2, 2022 Author Share Posted May 2, 2022 3 minutes ago, Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967 said: Evidently they have 'em in Texas, too.... Austin. Say no more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 I believe in the freedom to enjoy life and have fun, but I’m sorry, that party bike peddle pub bull**** is just ridiculous. “Hey, I have an idea! Let’s build a 15 seater cycle powered by people peddling that has a bar and a bartender that’s as big as a mini bus and has a top speed of 10mph and ride it around in city traffic getting people hammered and charging twice what bars charge AND their work moves us around to pick up and drop off other people as we go!” The whole thing is just flippin’ stupid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 2 hours ago, Pat Riot, SASS #13748 said: I believe in the freedom to enjoy life and have fun, but I’m sorry, that party bike peddle pub bull**** is just ridiculous. “Hey, I have an idea! Let’s build a 15 seater cycle powered by people peddling that has a bar and a bartender that’s as big as a mini bus and has a top speed of 10mph and ride it around in city traffic getting people hammered and charging twice what bars charge AND their work moves us around to pick up and drop off other people as we go!” The whole thing is just flippin’ stupid. STUPID GENIUS!! They usually travel in a small section of the entertainment district where traffic is deliberately slowed or where it’s pedestrian only. Other scenarios include tour routes where there are trolleys, open carriages, and slow running motorized party busses. All of these conveyances are licensed, regulated, and taxed and are for profit operations. They make a lot of money and some people think that they add to the atmosphere of the district. Again! They’re a taxable operation that adds revenue!! You should remember that no one ever went broke underestimating the intelligence of the buying public!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Still hand Bill Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 Also realize that they are electric powered and the “riders” are doing nothing to make it go. Saw one last weekend, went by loaded with people, then 10 min later it drove by empty. All an illusion. the “driver” is the one who has control, the bar patrons look like they are pedaling, but are really just hanging out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted May 2, 2022 Author Share Posted May 2, 2022 38 minutes ago, Still hand Bill said: Also realize that they are electric powered and the “riders” are doing nothing to make it go. Saw one last weekend, went by loaded with people, then 10 min later it drove by empty. All an illusion. the “driver” is the one who has control, the bar patrons look like they are pedaling, but are really just hanging out. Thanks. That makes sense. I couldn’t imagine pedaling while drinking. I don’t multi task well. Not that I’d ever consider getting on one of those things! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badlands Bob #61228 Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 I'd be embarrassed to tell people I was recovering from a peddle pub injury. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdeacon Joe Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 2 hours ago, Still hand Bill said: Also realize that they are electric powered and the “riders” are doing nothing to make it go. Saw one last weekend, went by loaded with people, then 10 min later it drove by empty. All an illusion. the “driver” is the one who has control, the bar patrons look like they are pedaling, but are really just hanging out. Maybe not quite that simple. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a15361715/beer-run-we-test-the-pedalpub-a-16-person-alcohol-fueled-party-bike/ Could be that the partiers provide the power during the tour then the company driver engages an electric to get it back to the barn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 2 hours ago, Still hand Bill said: Also realize that they are electric powered and the “riders” are doing nothing to make it go. Saw one last weekend, went by loaded with people, then 10 min later it drove by empty. All an illusion. the “driver” is the one who has control, the bar patrons look like they are pedaling, but are really just hanging out. The ones around here are capable of moving on their own. That facilitates getting to and from the district where they operate and moving while unoccupied or under populated. They DO run on pedal power when the stools are filled. The district here is several blocks square and no automobiles are allowed during evening hours on weekends, or during special events. The Bridgestone Arena, the convention center, 2nd Avenue, Lower Broad, and The Ryman Auditorium are all in this area along with numerous bars, restaurants, and tourist attractions. There are several “pedal pubs” and lots of open air party busses that circulate the area. There has been a lot of debate in the city council and in the public related to regulation and operation of all of these rolling booze wagons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Harley, #14153 Posted May 2, 2022 Share Posted May 2, 2022 14 minutes ago, Subdeacon Joe said: Could be that the partiers provide the power during the tour then the company driver engages an electric to get it back to the barn. Yup. That’s the drill. The operator doesn’t want to be on the opposite side of town when his passengers hit “done”. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sedalia Dave Posted May 3, 2022 Share Posted May 3, 2022 23 hours ago, Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967 said: Evidently they have 'em in Texas, too.... Austin, the bung hole of Texas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckshot Bob Posted May 3, 2022 Share Posted May 3, 2022 23 hours ago, Blackwater 53393 said: STUPID GENIUS!! They usually travel in a small section of the entertainment district where traffic is deliberately slowed or where it’s pedestrian only. Other scenarios include tour routes where there are trolleys, open carriages, and slow running motorized party busses. All of these conveyances are licensed, regulated, and taxed and are for profit operations. They make a lot of money and some people think that they add to the atmosphere of the district. Again! They’re a taxable operation that adds revenue!! You should remember that no one ever went broke underestimating the intelligence of the buying public!! I’m just waiting for the pet rock to make a comeback Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Utah Bob #35998 Posted May 4, 2022 Author Share Posted May 4, 2022 1 hour ago, bgavin said: 1 hour ago, bgavin said: It looks a bit tricky to mount. But a breeze to dismount. Especially drunk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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