It’s a bike that charges phones, 8 of them to be precise. This event power station sparks the kinds of informal conversations and networking that draw people to conferences, concerts, and meetings in the first place. The sight of pedaling and the diffuse green glow of the enclosure underneath the wooden desk draw in crowds throughout the day. The system is so easy to set up and use, it can be stationed without an attendant, or as we say, a “coach.” For the best results, a coach will help people feel more relaxed and comfortable, plugging in their phones and adjusting the seat to the right height for new riders. An integrated ‘Pedalometer’, a thermometer style light sequence next to the USB sockets, shows people exactly how hard to pedal to maintain consistent charging. Just keep the Pedalometer in the green and phones will charge as fast as they do from the latest wall-powered chargers.
With a Recharge Station you’ll have an instant landmark at your event. You’ll hear people say “I’ll meet you at the bikes.” And it’s not just a landmark; it’s a social ice breaker. Phone charging can either be something awkward — seeing your attendees looking around for outlets and dealing with forgotten charge cables — or cool, green and positive with the Recharge Station. By pedaling to charge their phone, they’ll actually get some stress-relief and movement, great for conferences where people are sitting and standing a lot. We consistently hear at events that people are grateful for a place to get their legs moving and get their heart rate up a bit. As Rock The Bike activities go, this one is on the easy side, meaning people can definitely pedal in business attire without worry. It’s not like the cardio machines at the gym; talking and pedaling is very doable, even while charging 8 phones.
Above: Conference attendees exchange information and ideas on the Recharge Stations at IBM’s Insight 2015.
For events with a green audience or a techie crowd, they’ll appreciate the chance to convert their muscle power into usable energy for their phones and tablets, something we often take for granted. The “What Watt?!”, which is now stock on all Recharge Desks, provides live pedaling statistics including instantaneous Wattage and accumulated energy. The “Watt What?!” will compare their power output to devices we use in our everyday lives, like incandescent vs LED lights, or a television.
When we rent the Recharge Station we include a bag of multi-charge cables. But when we sell it, we include eight. Remember to get a few extra and label them, they are easily lost at events.
The Recharge Station is a match for the Electric Fender Blender Pro or the Generator Pro. On these Generators, installation happens without tools using only Velcro and rubber ‘TwoFish mounts’. To use it with a Roll Up Generator Stand, you’ll need to change out the handlebar and stem. This may be worth it to you if you are on a budget and love the function of the Recharge Desk.
It’s possible to brand the desk with your logo. You can do this on top of the wooden desk to keep some of the wood grain visible, or you can wrap the entire desk. A template is available for your graphic designer. For the best possible brand penetration, brand the wheel, frame, and desk.
Above: Custom Color, Wheel Branding, Frame Branding: Top Tube, and Recharge Desk Branding.
Action happens in front: makes Pedal Power more fun and social. Ensures the best results.
Very friendly to adults and kids (down to approximately 7-year-old kids). Widely adjustable seat height and handlebars offer a comfortable and easy grip position. As it is lowered the seat gets closer to the handlebars.
Many good surfaces and options for your branding on the wheel cover, frame, and recharge desk. Please read more about our and frame branding options.
Riders can see their live pedaling statistics including instantaneous Wattage and accumulated Energy during their time using the bike. The Watt What will compare their Wattage to items we power in our everyday lives, like incandescent vs LED lights.
Efficient Pedal Power generator and application, so there is less chance of human effort being wasted.
Available in Green, Orange, Blue, Red or in your custom color. Please read more about custom frame colors.
Comes with fully illustrated instructions for setup and use, view and download them here.
Assembled dimensions + weight : 56″ long, 41″ tall, 31″ wide @ 75 pounds
Shipping dimensions + weights: 2 units total, 1 unit – 38″ x 34″ x 11″ @ 80 lbs, 2nd unit – 25″ x 21″ x 05″ @ 10 lbs
Build time: In Stock, Ships in 3 – 5 days
Read MoreThe Starbucks Celebrity Blender Bike-Off Challenge for Charity was held Thursday, May 25 at Trump Tower, Manhattan. Among the celebrities who competed for the title of “Top Banana” while blending the latest Starbucks beverages on stationary blender bikes was City Councilmember Eric Gioia, who joined such notables as Mario Cantone, Steve Schirripa (Bobby on “The Sopranos”), Miss Universe 2005 and Chef Mark Murphy. To celebrate the introduction of the new Banana Frappuccino summer beverages, the cyclists competed to win $10,000 to donate to their favorite New York cause.
In celebration of the launch of two new tropically inspired Frappuccino blended beverages, the celebrities faced off on Starbucks blender-bikes to create the “perfect” Banana Coconut Frappuccino, which was rated on time and taste. The Fender Blender is a pedal-powered stationary bike fitted with a blender. It whips up an awesome Frappuccino blended beverage. Customers will see hundreds of the custom-designed, beach cruiser-cool Starbucks Fender Blenders popping up all over the country this summer at festivals, concerts, street fairs and community events.
Fender Blender Facts:
+ A cycling zealot can whip up as many as 180 Tall Frappuccino blended beverages in an hour.
+ The fastest Frappuccino blended beverage creation on record is 14 seconds.
+ It takes about 30 seconds for the average person to perfectly pedal a Frappuccino blended beverage (allow extra time if you want to add coconut flakes).
+ The average rider will burn about three calories for each Frappuccino blended beverage. + In a pinch, the Fender Blender can grind coffee or make a snappy guacamole too!
Frappuccino Beverage Facts:
The Banana Coconut Frappuccino blended coffee starts with real banana puree and the finest Latin American coffees which are blended with premium coconut syrup, milk and ice. Each Banana Coconut Frappuccino drink can then be topped with whipped cream and real toasted coconut flakes for an authentic taste of a tropical escape.
For the banana purist, Starbucks Bananas & Crme Frappuccino blended crme is a vibrant blend of real banana puree, milk, and ice. Topped with real whipped cream, the Bananas & Crme Frappuccino blended crme is the perfect cool and creamy summer treat. Participants in the Starbucks Fender Blender Challenge for Charity posed after competing for the title of “Top Banana” at New York’s Trump Tower on Thursday, May 25. (L. to r.) are: City Councilmember Eric Gioia, Councilmember Michael McMahon, actor Steve Schirripa of “The Sopranos”, Natalie Glebova, Miss Universe 2005, celebrity chef Marc Murphy and actor Mario Cantone from “Sex and the City”. The event celebrated the launch of Starbucks’ new Banana Frappuccino beverages.
Article was written in in the Queens Gazette. The original source can be found here.
Read MoreIn addition to Pumpkin Salsa, this Pumpkin Hummus recipe is a perfect addition to any fall gathering. We have also found that the pumpkin puree allows the garbanzo beans to mix more easily, making this hummus easier to bike blend than other garbanzo-based hummus recipes. To ensure you incoporate the ingredients — and to scrape out every last drop — we recommend using a Spoonula for this recipe.
While serving this recipe at Raley’s one taste-tester claimed, “I love this hummus — and I don’t like hummus!” as he came back for a second sample. We know you and your guests, classroom, or co-workers will love this delicious seasonal hummus recipe.
Prep: 5-10 minutes
Serves: 8 (1/4 c servings)
**Note: This recipe requires the Spoonula for the best consistency**
Ingredients:
2/3 cup canned pumpkin (or half a 15oz can)
1 15oz can of garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 tbsp tahini
1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice (or half of a lemon)
1 garlic clove
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Bike Blend It:
1. Add all the ingredients in your Blendtec pitcher and cover with the lid.
2. Attach the pitcher to your bike blender blend slowly, while you or a friend tampers the ingredients back into the pitcher from the sides with the Spoonula. After about 1-2 minutes of constant pedaling check the consistency. If you’re having trouble incorporating all the ingredients add a little more olive oil.
3. Ring the bell because you’re done! Serve immediately, or cover in a bowl and refrigerate for later enjoyment.
Want to make this for a large crowd? Print our shopping list (below) to make 100 servings:
Read MoreIn the season of #pumpkinspiceeverything we have a delicious snack that is sure to satisfy your pumpkin cravings and save you from those extra latte calories. Rock the Bike’s Pumpkin Salsa can be made in our High Performance bike blenders, whether you have the Pro or the Universale models. We recently served this recipe at two Nob Hill Foods locations, one in Redwood City and the other in Capitola. The salsa got GREAT reviews, and many came back for recipe cards after trying the salsa. You’re sure to love this!
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Prep: 10 minutes
Serves: 9 1/4 cup servings
**Note: This recipe requires the Spoonula for the best consistency**
Ingredients:
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/4 small white onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced, or 1 TBSP minced garlic
2 tsp sea salt
3 medium tomatoes, quartered
1/2 cup cilantro leaves (about 1/4 a bunch)
Juice of 1/2 of a lime
Prep It In Your Pitcher:
1. Place the pumpkin, onion, jalapeno, garlic and salt in your Blendtec pitcher. Blend slowly, while you or a friend tampers the ingredients back into the pitcher from the sides with the Spoonula.
2. After about 1-2 minutes of slow pedaling start to add in your quartered tomatoes. Keep blending slowly.
3. While slowly pedaling add the cilantro and juice of half a lime. You can serve this fresh, or cover it and refrigerate for later enjoyment.
Want to make this for a large crowd? Click on our shopping list for the printable version:
Read MoreThis no-dairy “milkshake” is simple to create and makes for a healthy treat for kids or adults.
Ingredients:
– 2 bananas, sliced and frozen
– 1 tbsp cocoa powder
– 2 1/2 cups vanilla or unsweetened coconut milk/beverage/drink (different grocery stores call it by a different name)
Prep it in your Pitcher:
Add your sliced and frozen bananas, coconut beverage, and cocoa powder in your High Performance blender pitcher (Blendtec or Vitamix).
Cover the pitcher and blend until smooth, roughly 30 sec – 1 min of pedaling.
Serve immediately.
Makes: 20 oz, QTY served depends on desired serving size.
Purchase organic and fair trade chocolate and bananas make your Chocolate Fake-Shake better for the environment and farm workers.
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