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Rock the Bike’s – Bike Blended Events Menu

Whether you have an upcoming full-service event or if you are seeking inspiration for your rented or purchased bike, these are some of our favorite bike-blended smoothie options! If you don’t have fruit that is pre-frozen, and you decide to add ice, you will get the best results with small ice cubes placed on top […]

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New standards for bike blending events

  We are continuing to make and sell bike blenders and are getting some inquiries for events, though most of our partners and clients are understandably hesitant to plan gatherings. We’re encouraging partners to produce outdoor events, the safest way to go. Your group will be glad to hear from you, and we’ll be there […]

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Fender Blender Pro Assembly

Crewmember Maisha from the Rock The Bike events team goes step by step through the assembly of the Fender Blender Pro. For best results have your owner’s manual in addition to this video. Packaging: 0:13 Crossbeam: 0:53 Rear Legs: 1:45 Pedals: 2:48 Wheel & Chain: 3:27 Seat Post: 5:11 Stem & Handlebars: 5:58 Blender Base: […]

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What can I power with the Off the Wall generator?

The Off the Wall Pro and Off the Wall stand are pedal power generators that produce AC (alternating current) similar to wall power used around to world and can directly power many devices.  The voltage and frequency will vary with the speed of the pedaling. Most devices will require a switching power supply (often include with […]

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What kind of devices can I charge with my Recharge Station?

Q: What kind of devices can I charge with my Recharge Station? A: Anything that can be connected by a USB cable can be charged by the Recharge Station. However, our Recharge Desks don’t support the newer “Smart Charge” technology.

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Why is it hard to pedal the recharge station at first?

Q: Why is it hard to pedal the recharge station at first? A: It’s important to note that our generator bikes have some initial resistance when a person begins to pedal. Riders may feel that it’s tough to pedal or requires some effort. The resistance will then subside and pedaling will become easier (ie less […]

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How does the Recharge Desk work?

Q: How does the Recharge Desk work? A: The pedaler generates about 60-80 watts continuously at an easy pace. When the Arbduino computer detects incoming power it starts charging the ultra capacitors which are like batteries, except they’re high current (quick charge and discharge) and can be charge cycled many thousands of times. The Arbduino […]

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How fast will my phone charge when it’s plugged in to the Recharge Desk?

Q: How fast will my phone charge when it’s plugged in to the Recharge Desk? If I pedal faster will my device charge faster? A: Pedal power won’t cause your phones to charge any faster than they normally would. This is because you are creating enough electricity to charge an electronic device and nothing more. […]

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How many charging units can charge at one time?

Q: How many charging units can charge at one time? A: Recharge Desks are outfitted with eight USB ports. When you purchase a Recharge Desk from us, they won’t come with any charging cables but when you rent one, we provide you with cables, but please we please ask that you return them! One person […]

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What is a coach?

You’ve gone to great lengths to have an interactive Pedal Power activity at your event, and you want the best results. We’ve found that having a “coach” is essential to having a hit. Once you read all the different things a coach does, you’ll want one too. The person who greets your group as they […]

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Hire a Smoothie Booth for Your Event

Photo Credit: Adam Aufdencamp Hire Rock the Bike to run a smoothie booth at your event and we’ll supply experienced crew members who can cover all aspects of bike blending. We’ll bring the bike, prepare the smoothies, coach the activity, and ensure higher volumes at your event. We’re fun-loving and outgoing event people. We’ll make […]

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Troubleshooting Tips

Troubleshooting Tips for the Fender Blender Pro Need help assembling or tuning your Fender Blender Pro? Check out our series of troubleshooting tips, brought to you by the finest bike blender mechanics in the world. FENDER BLENDER PRO ASSEMBLY: TORQUE SLIP ON BIKE BLENDERS : HOW TO ADJUST THE BLENDER PLATTER: HOW TO DETANGLE THE CHAIN AND […]

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What can I power with Rock The Bike Generators?

What can I power with a Generator Pro or Electric Fender Blender Pro? Most common uses: AC Power — Use our Pedal Power Utility Box or create your own 24V Pedal Power system with a battery and inverter. Our Pedal Power Utility Box is a complete system that features: Ultracapacitor (absorbs every last Watt of […]

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How Loud is the Blender?

We blended ice and water (the loudest thing you can blend) and found the following measurements: At 2 feet, it peaked at 85db for the first few seconds and fell to 75-80 for the rest of the time. At 5 ft, it peaked at 77 for the first few seconds and fell to 70-73. At […]

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Can you put ingredients in your bike blender and process them while riding down mountains? Yes you can.

Props to RTB customer Mark Harris for this fun video demonstrating one fun way to enjoy bike blending. In his blog, the “Transcendental Art of Bicycle Blender Touring”, Mark documents his travels with the Fender Blender Xtracycle, in which he pulls edible food from the side of the road, adds an ingredient or two (sometimes […]

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How to Care for Your Fender Blender Pro

Care After Your Event: – Wipe the bike frame and blender with a sponge or cloth using soap and water. Wipe it with a clean rag to dry it. – Wash pitchers thoroughly – Store indoors and out of direct sunlight Care Before Your Event: – Pump up the front tire to 60 – 70 […]

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Is My Vitamix Pitcher Compatible with Your Bike Blender Base?

We use Vitamix’s sound reduction pad (Vitamix 15579) and Drive Socket (Vitamix 891). If your pitcher is compatible with both of those parts it will work! We cannot guarantee every blender pitcher from Vitamix is compatible, but you’re more than welcome to ask Vitamix directly. We have seen the bike blender work with the Vitamix […]

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Where can I see a bike blender and taste a pedal powered smoothie?

There are various smoothie shops around the United States that incorporate bike blending into their business. Use the interactive map to find your closest location!

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What makes an ideal Rock The Bike dealer or distributor?

Above: Wheely Good Smoothies in Baltimore have a great presence at farmers markets.    Requirements – Part of a community we don’t already work with. Either geographically or in your target demographic.  – Include a link to Rock the Bike’s website (www.https://rockthebike.com) on your blog or product pages. – Capable of demonstrating the Bike Blender […]

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Stationary Stand Instructions

Click here to view, download or print the Stationary Stand Instructions: RTB Stationary Stand Assembly & Use PDF View the video directions to mount a bike in our stationary stand:

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