If you have ever started your own business, you know how expensive and risky it can be. The nice thing is, with Pedal Pub® you don’t have to reinvent the wheel. (Pardon the Pun) and take advantage of the training and support offered by the largest & most experienced U.S. retail distributor, operator, as well as the world's largest and most experienced bike manufacturer.
Total first year start-up costs for this business are estimated at between $65,000 & $267,000, low compared to most new ventures. This estimate includes bike purchase and estimates for insurance costs, storage, marketing, etc. The bike itself costs less than $50,000 but we require every potential franchisee to start with 2 bikes in order to support corporate outings and group events. Risk is mitigated since all purchasers (except Promo Use Only purchasers) receive our full Business Manual as well as territorial protection, training, and the wealth of information offered by our entire network.
The industry is growing every year but many cities are still wide open. First-mover advantage in any market comes to only one entrepreneur.
The Pedal Hopper operates rain or shine. We live in Kansas City, we can dress for the weather! It's actually fun when it rains, groups have a blast! There is a roof on the Pedal Hopper so you won't get too wet. If the weather is too severe, it is at our drivers discretion to call you a few hours before the outing and offer a rain check good for 3 months. There will be no rain checks once the outing has begun. WHAT IF OUR TOUR TAKES TOO LONG? You will be charged a late fee if you do not return the Pedal Hopper to the starting point on time. The time it takes to complete a outing is up to the people pedaling. The driver does not have pedals. DOES THE PEDAL HOPPER RUN ALL YEAR LONG? We operate from April through November. But if one of those nice days comes up in the winter season, we would be willing to go out. Just give us a call.