New Pedego Electric Bikes Store Takes Flight in San Diego

November 10, 2017

Pedego San Diego now open in elegant BRIC center on the Bay

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 14, 2017 — Pedego® Electric Bikes today announced the opening of Pedego San Diego. Located on the ground floor of the elegant new BRIC center on San Diego Bay, the new store offers Pedego’s 12 stylish models of powerful electric bikes that enable riders to enjoy cruising all over town with ease. Pedego Electric Bikes is the Number 1 electric bike brand in the United States. Pedego San Diego originally opened as a pop-up store in July 2017 and was Pedego’s 98thstore worldwide. Today, there are 111 Pedego stores worldwide.

Store co-owners husband-and-wife Sean and Chelsea Chavez, and Sean’s dad Celso Chavez, are thrilled to share Pedego San Diego with the community. “We love giving visitors and locals alike an easy, fun and green alternative to cars,” said Sean. “With Pedego electric bikes, you can discover more of our beautiful city without the hassles of parking or worrying about hills or headwinds.”

Pedego San Diego electric bikes store and co-owners Sean and Chelsea Chavez

Pedego San Diego offers free test rides of Pedego electric bikes as well as rentals, sales and service. From the store’s location in the elegant BRIC complex, an exciting lifestyle destination in the heart of Downtown San Diego, riders can easily cruise to the city’s great landmarks, including the Gaslamp Quarter, Petco Park, Balboa Park and museums, Old Town and Harbor and Shelter Islands. Riders can also take their bikes on the ferry to Coronado Island or bike to the island via the full 24-mile Bayshore Bikeway, which conveniently begins across the street from the store. “Pedego electric bikes provide a healthy, fun and easy way for visitors to enjoy San Diego’s exciting attractions,” said Chelsea. “They’re a powerful and affordable alternative to rental cars.”

The store sells all 12 models of Pedego’s popular electric bikes. Pedego bikes have 500-watt hub motors that help riders cruise distances of 20 to 60 miles without getting tired and sweaty. The twist-and-go throttle gives riders instant manual control over their speeds while Pedal Assist automatically adds power to their pedaling. Riders love Pedego’s California-style cruisers, including the Pedego Platinum Interceptor, a fully loaded cruiser bike with a 48-volt battery that propels riders with extra power; the Pedego Interceptor, which boasts the same powerful 48-volt battery; and Pedego’s Comfort Cruiser, which is powered by a 36-volt battery for gentle help with hills. Also available are the sleek City Commuter; the sturdy Stretch cargo bike; the Trail Tracker fat-tire bike for riding on sand, gravel and snow; the Ridge Rider electric mountain bike; and the Latch, an ingenious folding bike, designed for portability and convenience. Other models include the electric tandem bike for two and the accessible Pedego Boomerang with an ultra-low step thru frame. Pedego also offers the Airstream model for camping devotees. Free test rides are available at the store.

“San Diego’s famous sunshine and outdoor lifestyle make it a perfect place to enjoy riding Pedego electric bikes,” said Pedego Electric Bikes CEO and co-founder Don DiCostanzo. “Pedego San Diego is a top-notch store offering a fabulous Pedego experience for locals and visitors alike.”

About PedegoSan Diego
Pedego San Diego is the region’s premier dealer in Pedego Electric Bikes, offering a large selection of Pedego electric bikes sales, rentals, and tours, as well as accessories and service. Start with a free test ride, available at the store’s location in the elegant BRIC complex, an exciting lifestyle destination in the heart of Downtown San Diego. Riders can cruise to the city’s great landmarks, including the Gaslamp Quarter, Petco Park, Balboa Park and museums, Old Town and Harbor and Shelter Islands. Open Sunday Noon–6 p.m.; Monday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Closed on Tuesday; and Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Located at 900 Bayfront Ct., Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92101. To learn more and reserve a test ride, call (800) 604-7187or email [email protected]. Follow us on Facebook and visit our website at www.pedegosandiego.com.

About Pedego
Pedego®  Electric Bikes is the Number 1 electric bike brand in the United States, according to Navigant Research. Pedego manufactures 12 high-quality, innovative models, including cruisers, tandems, commuters, fat-tire bikes, mountain bikes, cargo bikes and a convenient electric folding bike. Sold at more than 110 Pedego-branded stores and hundreds of independent electric bike dealers worldwide, Pedego’s stylish “pedal or not” electric bikes boast powerful, whisper-quiet motors that let riders sail up hills and breeze through headwinds with a smile. Available in hundreds of color combinations, Pedego electric bikes deliver a green alternative for transportation, exercise and recreation — transforming lives with fun and delight. Founded in 2008, Orange County, Calif.-based Pedego inspires riders to say, “Hello, Fun!”

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