Here's a way to get smashed while you're cycling and walk away unscathed.
The PedalPub in Minneapolis-St. Paul is a rolling bar built for 16. Ten seats are set up with freewheels for pedaling, with room for a few freeloaders, a bartender and a driver.
Owners Al Boyce and Eric Olson report at their PedalPub website that the activity is strictly legal — PedalPub doesn't sell, supply or serve any beverages. That's left up to the renters who can bring anything along, much as they would in a limo. (Update: I got an e-mail from Eric who said that last sentence isn't exactly the case. He writes, “Unfortunately, that is not yet true for alcoholic beverages—but we’re working on that.”)
The contraption is built in the Netherlands by brothers Zwier and Henk Van Laar. Known as the Het Fietscafe, the bike has several relatives — the WeddingBike, the LadiesBar, and the FunBike.
Boyce and Olsen report that the PedalPub can hit speeds of 5 mph and warn that pedalers will have to get off and push on grades of 5-6%.
The pub is available for rent after April 1 (I guess it doesn't come snow tires). Check the PedalPub website for routes and other information. See also TwinCities.com.
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