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“Pedego Electric Bicycle Juices up Commute to Train Station” – Peter Pae

By Peter Pae, Los Angeles Times Original article: Pedego Electric Bicycle Juices up Commute to Train Station The motor makes hills and head winds a breeze, and there's no need for a motorcycle license and insurance as there would be with a scooter. A Pedego City Commuter electric is shown bicycle at the Metrolink train station in Tustin.The motor is built into the hub of the rear wheel, so the only sign of non-human power is the inconspicuous battery pack strapped to the luggage rack. (Peter Pae, ...

Pedego’s Store Count Grows – Val Vanderpool

Pedego’s store count grows Published May 16, 2013 by Val Vanderpool Bicycle Retailer SANTA MONICA, CA (BRAIN) — Pedego Electric Bikes continues to expand its reach by opening its seventh Pedego-branded store in less than three months in Southern California. Pedego Santa Monica opened its doors in early May, and will have a grand opening party this Sunday. The 900-square-foot Santa Monica store joins several new beach city locations including Seal Beach, Redondo Beach, Corona del Mar and Dana Point. Pedego Santa Monica owner Barb Wittels operated her company Pedal or Not Electric Bicycle Tours (which are taken on Pedego bikes) out of ...

Pedego’s Participation at Google’s Earth Day Celebration

Pedego Electric Bikes just participated in Google's 2 wheeled vehicle demo event. In celebration of Earth Day, Google invited a handful of big-name electric vehicle manufacturers to the Googleplex to promote alternative transportation. With over 20,000 employees at their Mountain View, CA campus, Google is hoping to alleviate some heavy morning traffic by encouraging those living within a reasonable distance to bike to work. Pedego gave free test rides throughout the day to hundreds of Googlers, showcasing our entire line of electric bikes. As we had anticipated, the

The Perfect Bike for Individuals with Breathing Disorders such as COPD

Never in my life did I ever dream of spending $2,000 for a bike and then not only buying one buying one but two, one for my wife and one for myself. We love them and have never regretted our Pedego purchase. It is just, as you might say, what the doctor ordered. We both love riding, not racing style but leisurely through neighborhoods. About eight years ago, we purchased our first set of regular bikes together and then about four years ago our second set. On the weekends during the spring and summer months, we would load our bikes ...

“How I Lost 163 lbs with My Pedego” – Pedego Owner, Rhonda M.

I first saw Pedego Electric Bikes when my husband, Chuck and I were working a booth at a “Green Expo” in October of 2009 in San Diego.  I was very intrigued.  I took one out for a test ride a couple of times.  I kept riding it over to Chuck to check out it.  He kept telling me to get out of there.  He wasn’t interested at all.  Finally, he agreed to take a test ride to get me to be quiet I think.  Chuck instantly fell in love and we bought 2 Comfort Cruisers that same day.  I loved ...

Pedego Trail Tracker Release

Pedego Trail Tracker Electric Bike Available colors: Neon Red Matte black Camo Black w/lime green rims Motor: 600 Watt Geared Hub Motor Battery: 48 V 10Ah Lithium in a Removable Pack Speed: 20 MPH using motor power only Retails: $2,975 Check out the links below for more info! Ben Coxworth - GizMag Review Turbo Bob's - Turbo Bob's Bicycle Blog Edwin Kee - Ubergizmo Amelia Hunter -

Pedego Shares Wild News at Terranea e-Bike Event

OC Couple Rides Popular Pedego Electric Bikes into Seal Beach

PRLog (Press Release) - Feb. 5, 2013 - It all started with a bike trip gone wrong. Nearly 3 years ago, Brian Ballard and longtime partner Beth Black were riding standard bikes along Coast Highway when Ballard, a Type 1 diabetic, suffered an extreme blood sugar low that threatened his life. The couple swore off biking. Then Ballard discovered Pedego Electric Bikes, world-class e-bikes manufactured in Orange County. He convinced Black to ride one, and they both fell in love…with electric biking. They began pedaling 25 miles in a single trip, confident that they could make it home. More than that, they ...

Pedego Electric Bike Super Bowl Giveaway

Pedego Electric Bikes is at it again. This time, we're giving away an electric bike representing the winning Super Bowl team. Want it? Just become a facebook fan,  your favorite team/bike and you could win. Good luck!

Tips for Winter Riding

Don't let the cold weather stop you from enjoying your Pedego. Here are a few tips for those of you who want to still have your Pedego fun during the winter months. Layer Up: The most obvious tip for winter riding is to make sure you’re dressed properly to bear the weather conditions. Put your layers on and don’t forget your scarf, hat, and gloves! Remember, you’ll be riding at fast speeds in windy, cold temperatures, and for some of you, that means sub-zero temps so you want to be prepared.

Hollywood Stars Align for Pedego Electric Bikes

Hollywood Stars Align for Pedego Electric Bikes William Shatner is the latest celebrity to discover a world of e-biking fun. William and Elizabeth Shatner prepare for adventure on their Pedego e-bikes. PRLog (Press Release) - Dec 05, 2012 - Hollywood, California -- Pedego Electric bikes have been photographed a lot lately, as a growing number of celebrities are riding the colorful e-bikes around LA. The latest luminary to join Pedego’s constellation of stars is none other than the Captain of the Enterprise himself — actor, author and director William Shatner. ...

Pedego Interceptor Zips Across the Stage at The LA Auto Show

Chevrolet unveiled their brand new all-electric fun vehicle, the Spark EV at the LA Auto Show on Wednesday, November 28th. The car will be available summer 2013 with a price point of $32,500 ( $25,000 after federal tax incentives). Not too shabby for a vehicle that can re-charge 80% of its battery's capacity in approximately 20 minutes and comes with an 8 year, 100,000-mile warranty. With over 40 new cars making their debut at the LA Auto Show, Chevrolet sure left a lasting impression with their grand production of the big reveal. There was an eclectic mix of electric vehicles that ...

Fun is No Accident on Pedego Electric Bikes

What to do when the road that cyclists share is a dangerous affair. Pedego's City Commuter comes equipped with built-in lights. PRLog (Press Release) - Oct 31, 2012 -   If you’re following the law when riding your Pedego electric bike, then you’re wearing a helmet. This is good practice for anyone riding any kind of bike. However, the best way to stay happy and healthy while enjoying your ride is to avoid an accident in the first place. While helmets are great, you’ll be smart to follow some common ...

Green Build Discovery Center Opens at San Diego International Airport

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Danville Community College Security Guard Gives Pedego Electric Bike Top Grades

PRLog (Press Release) - Oct 23, 2012 - In all his 14 years as a security guard, Danny Anthony had never tried an electric bicycle for rounds. So riding one came as serendipity when he took part in a recent college-wide experiment. Anthony’s test impressed him as a discovery of something that could improve the performance of security guards and ultimately increase security on campus. He had tried a Segway-type vehicle in the past, but the Pedego electric bike allowed him to perform his job duties like never before. And it all happened as an afterthought. Danville Community College’s Director of Manufacturing and ...

Danville Historical Society Gives Tour on E-Bikes

Source: WSET-TV Posted: Oct 21, 2012 3:09 PM PDT By Tola Adamson Danville, VA-- The Danville Historical Society gives tours every day in Danville, but on Sunday they used them as an experiment to see if riding e-bikes on the tour would add a fun new element. There are only three things that make an e-bike different from a regular bike: It has a battery, a motor and a controller. Jerry Franklin, the director of Technical Services at Danville Community College, believes those components are a nice addition to the tour. "He said you know, 'I've been meaning to call you because I think this would be ...

Pedego Electric Bikes Hosts First Annual Halloween Boocycle Ride and Party

New Horizon Security Reviews Pedego Electric Bikes on DCC Campus

New Horizon Security Services joined Danville Community College (DCC) in reviewing Pedego Electric Bikes for uses other than just recreation. While DCC focused on evaluating the bikes’ usefulness for commuting to school or work, New Horizon Security focused on their effectiveness for security purposes. Danville, VA (PRWEB) October 10, 2012 New Horizon Security Services, Inc., the family-owned and operated professional security services firm that secures the Danville Community College (DCC) campus, joined in reviewing Pedego Electric Bikes for uses other than just recreation. The project titled “E Bike Danville” was created to determine if the electric bikes could ...

Join us for our 1st Pedego Electric Boocycle Ride & Party!

Hosted by Pedego Electric Bikes & Pedego Huntington Beach Please click on image to enlarge.

Pedego Electric Bikes Wheels and Deals at Australia’s Ausbike Expo

PRLog (Press Release) - Oct 09, 2012 - Pedego Electric Bikes will mark their first exhibit at the Ausbike (http://ausbike.com.au/) conference in Melbourne, Australia, October 12 – 14. Company co-owners Terry Sherry and Don DiCostanzo are excited about participating for the first time in this conference, as their electric bikes have been gaining momentum all over the country. Pedego CFO Sherry says, “This conference hosts a huge number of bicycling enthusiasts, many of whom have heard about Pedego and are eager to test one.” Pedego was given exhibit space #001 – a ...

Little About Us

The Pedego Electric Bike Company PEDEGO™ was conceived in 2007 to create a line of electric bikes that combine style and function to open up cycling to anyone who might otherwise not ... Read More »