10/12/2023
I know yesterday I posted a new logo and updates to my website. However, I've been desperately clinging onto a dream that cannot become a reality at this time. I've been in absolute denial of my reality here in Racine.
I had been holding on for Pleasant Prairie to finally pass the ordinance for me to operate there, but was told that everything that had been promised to me by Visit Pleasant Prairie was not applicable to the Village itself. In fact, the ordinance clearly states that I cannot store or park my bike anywhere on Village facilities or grounds, I cannot operate during any special events, and the trails have been regulated to limit any capacity to ride on them. My route was not approved, and I literally have nowhere to run my business now...but at least there's an ordinance. 🙄
I also discovered that Kenosha's pedal pub is booming with prices at $450 per private ride. She's booked solid up until the first week of November. So my theory as to why I'm not getting bookings because of the economy can't be my issue here in Racine. It simply has to be Racine itself, because even my competitor isn't getting any bookings.
My only other option was to make my bike mobile. And while that's a great plan with a big market, the timing is all wrong with winter on its way. I tried to keep my business afloat by offering these amazing Halloween and zoo rides, and spent my last $100 in ads. I had over 500 hits on the website and over 2000 views on the ads...but not one single booking. It's baffling to me to say the least.
I've tried to get feedback on why no one is booking so I could at least try to resolve the issue, but no one offered anything. One person did tell me that I was the problem. And if that's the real reason, then I'm mortified and immensely sorry. I have no idea what could have caused an entire city to hate me, but apparently I have.
Others told me I was blacklisted by my competitor. While I'm sure a lot of damage was done to my reputation by my ex-partner before the bike even got here. Who knows. All I know is that the dream I built for 2 years, and fought so hard for, has officially come to an end.
I'm forced to sell my bike because my loan is in default and I've lost my insurance. I had hoped the fall rides would have helped me at least pay those things so I could hold off for the spring season, but that didn't happen... so I have lost everything.
For those of you who supported me, I can't thank you enough. You gave me so much hope that I could do this. You believed in me and did all you could to help me. I truly appreciate all of you, and please know, I had the best of times with you!!
Brand new party bike with Rock n Roll theme: Heavy Pedal Tours. Seats up to 16, seats and bars are adjustable for kids to ride, cooling misting system, wheelchair accessible, battery assist, LED...
