Pedego Electric Bikes Store Takes Wing in Tulsa

New store energizes Jenks with America’s #1 electric bike

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 2, 2017 — A new Pedego® Electric Bikes store is open at the Riverwalk in Jenks, Okla., and the Tulsa region is energized by the addition of America’s top-selling electric bike brand. Pedego Riverwalk is the first all-electric bike shop in the Tulsa Metro area. It is the 106^th Pedego Electric Bikes store to open worldwide. Owner Matt Burkhart discovered Pedego bikes while on a vacation with his family in California and decided it was a great opportunity to do something fun for his community. Pedego Riverwalk is celebrating its Grand Opening on Saturday, Aug. 12 at 10 a.m.

THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO JOIN THE GRAND OPENING

WHAT:          Grand Opening Celebration with specials, raffles, group ride and free test rides. Refreshments from Andolini’s Pizza will be served.

WHERE:        Pedego Riverwalk, 500 Riverwalk Terrace, Suite 115, Jenks, Okla.

WHEN:          Grand Opening on Saturday, Aug. 12, starting at 10:00 a.m.

WHO:             Store owner Matt Burkhart and family as well as Pedego representative Tom Bock

Pedego Riverwalk owner Matt Burkhart and wife Katherine Burkhart

Burkhart and his family offer an exciting menu of rental and group ride options featuring a large fleet of Pedego electric bikes available for hourly or daily rentals, private custom tours, parties and fun group rides as well as holiday events. For riders age 16 and up, Pedego models available to rent include Comfort Cruisers, Interceptors, Stretch Cargo, Tandem and City Commuters. Trailers are also available as well as free rentals of pedal bikes for kids with adult rental.

Pedego Riverwalk visitors will enjoy the store’s spectacular location near the City of Tulsa Trails with easy access to downtown Jenks, River Park trails, Turkey Mountain Wilderness area and much more. Pedego’s powerful electric bikes make it a breeze to cruise for miles and visit several destinations in a day. “We’re family owned and focus on exceptional service as well as encouraging fun adventures for all ages,” said Burkhart. “Tulsa’s bike trails are ever-expanding, so you can now cruise from Sand Springs to Broken Arrow and a lot of places in between. Stop by and see why we live up to our motto, ‘Hello, fun!’”

Pedego Riverwalk is the go-to destination for fun and adventure, and it sells all 12 Pedego Electric Bikes models that empower riders to zoom up hills and breeze through headwinds. Pedego bikes have 500-watt hub motors that help riders cruise distances of 20 to 60 miles without getting tired and sweaty. Riders love Pedego’s California-style cruisers, including the Pedego Platinum Interceptor, a fully loaded cruiser bike; the Pedego Interceptor, which boasts a 48-volt battery that propels riders with extra power; 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 gravel and snow; the Ridge Rider electric mountain bike; and the Latch, an ingenious folding bike, designed for portability and convenience. Pedego also recently introduced the Airstream model for camping devotees. Free test rides are available at the store.

“The Tulsa area’s bike paths are beautiful to ride and show off a truly bike-friendly region,” said Pedego Electric Bikes CEO and co-founder Don DiCostanzo. “We’re pleased to see how thrilled the community is with the fun adventures and excellent service provided by Pedego Riverwalk.”

About Pedego Riverwalk (Tulsa)

Pedego Riverwalk is the premier Pedego Electric Bikes dealer in the Tulsa Metro area. Pedego Riverwalk offers sales, rentals and tours on Pedego electric bikes as well as sales of accessories and service. Pedego Riverwalk is located at the beautiful, newly renovated Riverwalk in Jenks at 500 Riverwalk Terrace, Suite 115. Enjoy cruising Tulsa’s ever-expanding system of bike trails, all the way from Sand Springs to Broken Arrow, with exciting destinations in between. Open Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. To learn more and reserve a test ride, call (918) 701-7110 or email [email protected]. Follow us on Facebook and visit our website at https://pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/jenks/.

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 nearly 100 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!”

About Riverwalk Crossing

The recently revitalized Riverwalk, proudly owned and operated by the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, is a Tulsa Metro hotspot featuring several popular restaurants, unique retailers, including Pedego Electric Bikes, and amazing entertainment venues. From FlyingTee Golf, Andolini’s Pizzeria, and Los Cabos Mexican Grill to Robin’s Roast Coffee, Marble Slab Creamery, Pinot’s Palette and much, much more…there’s always something to enjoy at Riverwalk. More old favorites and new are coming to Riverwalk soon, so like us on Facebook and see what fun Riverwalk has in store for you. 

PR CONTACTS:

Teri Sawyer, T&Co.
714-801-1687
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Sandra Eckardt, T&Co.
949-400-2258
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