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The Phoenix Quad Pedicab — It’s a Recumbent

by Warren McLaren, Sydney on 02.22.06
Cars & Transportation

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At first glimpse this reminded us of the Rhoades Quadbike, but a closer look revealed two very obvious differences. One - the Phoenix is designed as pedicab (a western rickshaw) for toting other people around the place. And two, It’s a recumbent (rider is reclined). 24 gears help propel the passengers along while the rear frame is “articulated and floats via 4 poly resin shackle bushings” for added comfort. Maneuvering the four wheels is “via 3 headsets using tie rod Ackerman race car type steering. (Turning radius can be achieved in about a standard lane & half street.)” All of which is accomplished through USS (Under Seat Steering). The Phoenix takes about 1 month to build, and about $3,000 USD to own. Although it comes standard as passenger/family transport, the rear can easily be adapted to a boxed configuration for hauling all sorts of cargo. While you are over at Transport Cycling’s site, make sure you visit the very cool ‘Pocket SWB Recumbent Folder’. One of the cutest little bicycles we’ve seen in a long while (couple of pics & link below the fold). ::Transport Cycling’s Pedicab via Tipster JK.

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The Pocket SWB Recumbent Folder.

Comments (3)

In the US, you can get something like this at Organic Engines. Their's is a trike, and costs $2100 and up. I've both ridden and driven one of these and it's a great machine.

jump to top Turil [TypeKey Profile Page] says:

Been keeping an eye out for just one of these things. Thanks a bunch for both tips.

jump to top houston says:

Yes but the Organic engines is FWD recumbent and can loose traction at times and can be a bit under powered. I have been told this at many online pedicab forums.

The quad's just seem more stable like car would be. Not to mention it has 4 disc brakes and two driving wheels.

Seems like a better deal no?

jump to top Mini Tropical says:

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