Program Supported by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Aims to Help Small Businesses Expand; Awards Up to $3 Million to Small Businesses Nationwide Ridekick International has submitted an application to the grant program Mission: Small BusinessSM sponsored by Chase and LivingSocial. The new grant program offers up to $3 million to small business owners nationwide. Chase and LivingSocial also obtained the
Ride the Rockies Tour Ending in Fort Collins!
For the first time in years, Ride the Rockies is ending in Fort Collins, Ridekick International’s hometown! The 6-day, 442-mile ride will conclude at Odell Brewing Co. on Friday, June 15, and Ridekick is excited to be a part of the celebration. We will be exhibiting the Ridekick power trailer in the Odell Brewing parking
Ride a Bicycle – Live Healthier and Longer
There are many infographics about the benefits of bicycling and bicycle commuting. This one caught my attention – it’s easy to look at and includes an interesting variety of details, including sources. Osprey published this on Dec. 14, 2011. It’s timely today as we approach the spring season of weather that makes bicycle commuting easier.
Commute by bike to work
Have any of you commuters noticed the rising number of bike racks on public buses? Having racks on public buses allows for a complete commute – ride your bike to the bus stop and finish by bus. This is another way to make it easy for you to leave your car in the garage. According
Climate Wise Members
The City of Fort Collins has a voluntary program that encourages businesses to think about and plan programs and behaviors to minimize greenhouse gasses. Climate Wise began in 2000 with 13 partners and has grown to it’s current membership of 300 partners. It was inspired to be part of the city’s Climate Action Plan. It’s impressive
My First Ridekick Experience
The trees turning yellow, elk roaming freely and autumn in the air made for a perfect day up in Estes Park, Colorado for my first Ridekick experience. My name is Katie and I am a senior at the University of Colorado at Boulder doing some Intern work with Ridekick International. I decide that since I
Ridekick Touring Across the States
Here at Ridekick, we have always thought of people being able to use a power trailer to tour. That idea has recently become a reality. Three people are currently ‘kicking across the country. Our first story comes from a couple in Wyoming who recently retired, sold their business, house, and all their belongings to take
Interbike 2011 Interview – Motorized Trailer
An enthusiastic group of seven Ridekick International team members traveled to Las Vegas, Nevada to attend Interbike, the national bike trade show. What’s incredible about this team is that everyone fluidly takes on the role of sales person during the show. The engineers, supply chain, customer support, marketing and sales people take a
Interbike 2011 Re-Cap
It has been a few weeks since Interbike, and Ridekick is still reveling in the experience. From the Outdoor Demo to Interbike, the Ridekick team put in countless hours, had numerous positive experiences, and got to participate in some awesome events. Here are some highlights of our trip to Interbike in Las Vegas: On Monday
Not just bicycle sharing, ELECTRIC bicycle sharing
Electric bicycles rentals are becoming a thing of the present. Towns and universities across the country are seeing the potential e-bikes have as gas prices continue to rise. Because of this influx in cost by driving a gas-powered vehicle, innovative ways to get around are popping up. The University of Nevada, Reno has started renting
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