Now I want to create a Pickle Rickshaw.
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"Transportation using lightweight vehicles such as bicycles or scooters, especially electric ones that may be borrowed as part of a self-service rental program in which people rent vehicles for short-term use within a town or city.
micromobility is seen as a potential solution to moving people more efficiently around cities"
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I love velomobiles! They are the fastest human powered vehicles. A few years back I pushed the button and bought a two wheel recumbent. They are so cool and I had to give it a try. And I found that they are about as exciting for me to ride as riding a lawn chair. They are cool to look at, and super efficient for commuting. The big race is in Battle Mountain, NV (http://ihpva.org/whpsc/). Last I checked the Varna Diablo had won the running 200 meters at just a bit over 80mph.
That's something I had been aware of, but never knew its name. So thanks for that. I was curious and looked at the prices and... holy crap. Most of them are used car prices.
The ‘bent I bought was about $300, off of Ebay. It appeared someone had bought a container of them from a Chinese company that had shut down.
riding a lawn chair sounds like it might be exciting tho? like a go kart super low to the ground, maybe the handling is terrible?
It might work well for you. Not so much for me. As long as you are having fun, ride that thing like you stole it!
I totally want a recumbent tadpole but IDK about a velomobile
The tadpoles ARE fun. More Like a little go kart. I suggest one with a larger rear/ drive wheel, for speed.
That's the silliest looking bumper car I've ever seen.
Having lived near Asheville, that dreamcatcher dump is a dangerous place.
I wouldn't feel safe on the roads with such a small vehicle... Sadly.
But I love it!