Established 3.13.16

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Who we are 
We - Cycling Without Age - aim to reach and improve the lives of elderly people making nursing homes a place of joy and continued mobility. We believe that life can and should be beautiful even if you’re close to a hundred years. 

What drives us 
We take elderly people out for a bicycle ride - through the city, to the water and the countryside. We break them free from social isolation. Make them smile. Bring back their memories. And let them be part of society again and thereby renew their appetite for life itself. We give them the right to wind in their hair. 

But it’s not only about the elderly people. It’s also about the volunteers. The pilots. Cycling Without Age is probably less about volunteering in the traditional sense of the word - and more about active citizenship. Citizenship driven by a desire to get involved and to make a real difference for someone. It’s about creating relationships between people. 

Our guiding principles 

Generosity: Generosity permeates every single activity in Cycling Without Age and works its magic at many different levels. 

Slowness: Slowness allows you to sense the environment, be present in the moment and it allows people you meet along the way to be curious about Cycling Without Age. 

Storytelling: We tell stories, we listen to stories of the elderly people on the bike and we also document these stories when we share them via word of mouth or on social media. 

Relationships: We create a multitude of new relationships across any border in our society. 

Without Age: We let people age in a positive context - fully aware of the opportunities that lie ahead when interacting with their local community. 

Help us share cycling with more Senior Citizens in San Antonio

We want to raise enough funds to purchase 15 TriShaws and offer the program throughout the city.

Helps us! 

If you would like your company to sponsor a TriShaw contact us.
210 441 9980

Want to volunteer and bring the program to your community?

Please watch the training videos and fill out the volunteer form provided after the last video. We will send you dates and locations for on site training.  The videos are in Danish but the English script is provided on the side.  You may want to read first and watch then watch the video.  Look forward to seeing you soon.

Training Videos  - Click Here to Download Training Check List

Introduction
A trishaw is a fantastic bike to have wonderful experiences with your passengers.  The trishaw can fit two passengers in front, which gives you as a pilot a fantastic opportunity to talk to your passengers.

When standing still it is possible to lean forward, which is a great way to get the conversation going.

When cycling it is very important to go slow. When you are sitting as a passenger it feels a bit faster than when you sit in the saddle. So make sure to go slow and take slow turns. Push the brakes while turning. Make sure it is done controlled, smooth and slow so the passenger feels comfortable.
Always lock the passenger seatbelt while riding.  When riding without passengers always lock the seatbelt and place it in the seat. If loose, you risk the seatbelt getting stuck  in the wheel.

San Antonio Chapter

Please be aware that as a volunteer under the Cycling Without Age program and while driving the Cycling Without Age trishaws you are not to collect money, tips or any form of tangible gratitude from the passenger and that you must obey all traffic laws that a vehicle is required to follow.

We wish you a very very pleasant trip.
Stoping
Two breaks.
  • Right hand side is the primary brake and the one you use the most.  
  • ​When you cycle and want to stop you use this one first.
  • It is also a good idea to use it when going around a corner.
  • Left side is the front brake, which brakes both front wheels.
  • Use this one just before stopping up.  
  • Here you also find a small lock, which should be locked when standing still and (while) getting the passengers on the bike.
Turning
  • When doing a right turn then I will place my left hand in the middle. This way I can hold on tight and keep my body balanced.
  • When doing a left turn place your right hand in the middle to have a controlled turn and a balanced body. ​
Gears
  • There are two levers.
  • To go one gear down I push with my thumb
  • To go up one gear I push with my forefinger.
  • This bike has derailleur, which means that you have to pedal while changing gear.
  • So you push with your thumb and pedal at the same time to change gear.
  • It is a very good idea to go down in gear when approaching a junction where you are to stop.  
  • Use the last 10 seconds before stopping to get into a low gear. Then it will be much easier to get the bike started after a stop
The Hood
  • To remove the hood start by pulling it backwards.
  • Then remove the bungee cords on both sides.
  • Then we take out the hoops from holes.
  • Secure them by putting them in the lower holes.
  • Reverse the process to install.
Storage
  • Under the seat you will find the storage, which you access by pulling the strap. Then the seat lifts.
  • You close it again by pressing down the seat and put the strap back in place. ​
Battery and Throttle
  • The battery is placed under the luggage carrier and requires a key
  • Turning the key right will get to the open position and you will be able to slide out the battery.
  • The red position is when the battery is activated.   
  • The battery is attached on the rail and it is important to make it fit in both sides when you place the battery on the bike. Then you lock it.
  • Now, turn the key a bit further so the tail light lights up. This means that the battery is activated.
  • When the battery is activated you will see these indicators showing how much power is remaining on the battery and when the battery is empty the light button in the bottom will light up.
  • The throttle, which you turn backwards, will provide the assist when you start pedalling.
Getting a Passanger on Board
  • ​Always have the left brake lock.
  • Open the seat belt and have it ready.
  • Make sure that if you are to use the blanket it is out of the storage bin and available.
  • Make sure that the pads are firmly attached in the velcro
  • If your passenger is using a walker, have the passanger you get in from behind the walker and step directly on the foot tray. Then have them sit down.

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​Please call or email.

Cristian Sandoval
cristian@earnabikecoop.org
Tel. 210 441 9980

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