Archive for the ‘Press Releases’ Category

The Ride to Conquer Cancer

Friday, May 1st, 2009

Title: The Ride to Conquer Cancer
Location: Toronto to Niagara Falls
Link out: Ride to Conquer Cancer Homepage
              Support Brian Foley in his Ride
Start Date: 2009-06-13
End Date: 2009-06-14

Description: Think of it as a history-making opportunity for you to do something big about cancer, something epic. Like cycling from Toronto to Niagara Falls. Over 200 kilometres in two days - June 13-14, 2009. Sure, it sounds like a lot… and it’s meant to be. The conquest of cancer is a monumental task and won’t be easy. But make no mistake, this event isn’t just for athletes or cycling enthusiasts. The Ride to Conquer Cancer is for anyone who wants to challenge themselves for a great cause. Even people who haven’t ridden since they were twelve. All you need is motivation, a bike, and a helmet. The rest is history. Be part of it, We at Berserker Are providing a trike for Brian to ride you should help Support Brian Foley in his ride to Conquer Cancer

Santa Barbara Bicycle Festival

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Title: Santa Barbara Bicycle Festival
Location: Elings Park, Santa Barbara, CA
Link out: Santa Barbara Bicycle Festival
Description: Join Us For Two Days in the Park to Enjoy:

  • Cross Country, Downhill, Super-D and Dual Salmon mountain bike racing
  • Featuring New Belguim Brewing Co. The Makers of Fat Tire Amber Ale!
  • Music!
  • Great Food!
  • Raffle and Prizes!
  • Spaghetti Dinner (Saturday Night Only)
  • BMX, Open Riding
  • Kids Racing
  • Manufacturer Demo’s and Clinics
  • Open Vendor Area - With Local Clubs, Shops and Manufacturers!

Come visit the Berserker Booth and experience the commuting comfort of our all-terrain tricycle.

Contact: Brian Gobrogge, 734.368.3809, b.gobrogge@berserkercycle.com

Start Date: 2009-June-06, Saturday
Start Time: 7:00 AM
End Date: 2009-June-07, Sunday
End Time: 6:00pm

C4 Central Coast Cycling Classic

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

Title: C4 Central Coast Cycling Classic
Location: Downtown San Luis Obispo, Ca
Link out: Central Coast Cycling Classic
Date: 2009 July 5th
Description: The 3rd Annual SLO downtown Criterium Festival is the capstone event for the Central Coast Cycling Classic weekend.  Downtown San Luis Obispo will be taken over with great racing and a festival that offers fun for the whole family. Get into town early take advantage of the Camp San Luis Road Race on Saturday July 4th, just 8 miles outside of downtown.

Come visit the Berserker Block and take a test ride on our full suspension recumbent tricycle.  We will have a large demonstration area on Chorro Street inside of the race course.  Bring the Kids as the spider trikes are back, the kids can take a spin around and then enjoy other family activites afterwards.  Our block will be the destination for family fun.  Come visit us on July 5th!

Event Contact:  Brian Gobrogge, Mobile: 734.368.3809,  b.gobrogge@berserkercycle.com

Winner of Santa Barbara Earth Day Raffle

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009

Congratulations to Hod Gray of Santa Barbara, he won our raffle for a Cateye Bicycle Light Kit.

Hod runs a speacial needs bookstore located in downtown Santa Barbara called the Special Needs Project.  More information can be found at www.specialneeds.com.

They carry books, videos, DVDs and related items about mental and physical disabilities…for parents, professionals, educators, family members and persons with a disability. They have the largest collection of books about autism spectrum disorders (nearly 800 titles) that they know of.

45th Great Western Bicycle Rally

Sunday, April 19th, 2009

Title: 45th Great Western Bicycle Rally
Location: Paso Robles, California
Link out: Great Western Bicycle Rally Homepage
Start Date: 2009-May-22  Friday
End Date: 2009-May-24 Sunday

Description: Come vist us in California’s Central Coast Wine Country at the cycle rally that will be 3 Days of cycling fun for the whole family.  We will have a booth in the vendor marketplace, and will be offering test rides of the Berserker.

For 45 years cyclists of all ages and abilities have attended the Rally to experience some of the best cycling in California in scenic Paso Robles. Unlike other bike events in California, you will stay in one place and choose from a selection of 25 rides varying in difficulty and distance. You can participate in day and evening activities and competitions while spending quality time with friends and family. Whether it’s with your family, significant others, biking friends or your Boy Scout troop or even by yourself, you’ll experience an affordable cycling “mini” vacation. Register online today.

 Activities and Competitions

  • Friday, Bike and Equipment Swap
  • Saturday Wine and Cheese Social Featuring Local Wines
  • Sunday Cookout, Music, Awards & Raffle (everyone receives one raffle ticket)
  • Vendor Marketplace
  • Huffy Toss
  • 2K Fun Run
  • Kid’s Bicycle Roadeo and Non-biking activities
  • Hill Climb and Time Trial Competitions
  • Track Stand and Ultra-Distance Competitions

Ride:

  • 25 Unsupported Califronia Bike Rides; Ride Any Day, Any Time During the Rally
  • Supported California Metric and Century Bike Rides on Sunday
  • Winery Tour: You Buy the Wine, We Pick It Up
  • Star Farm Ride - Great for families!
  • Templeton Farms Market Ride
  • Le Tour De Femme (Women’s Fun Ride and Clinic)
  • NEW! Guided Mountain Bike Rides Led by K Man Cycle and Sport

Camp, RV or Hotel Accommodations

  • Tent Camping and Hot Showers Available
  • RV Hookups
  • Choose From a Number of Hotels in Paso Robles

Additional Amenities

  • Massage and Yoga
  • Clinics & Slideshows
  • Pancake Breakfast
  • Bike Detailing, Fit and Maintenance Clinics

Contact: Brian Gobrogge, Mobile: 734.368.3809, b.gobrogge@berserkercycle.com

Three Wheel 5″ Suspension Recumbent Tricycle

Saturday, April 11th, 2009

Follow this link for more information about our recumbent tricycle.

Arbor/Earth Day Celebration

Friday, April 3rd, 2009

Title: Arbor/Earth Day Celebration
Location: Conejo Creeek Park North, Thousand Oaks, CA
Link out: City of Thousand Oaks, Arbor Earth Day site
Description: Free Environmental Fun For the Whole Family. More than 100 vendors and exhibitors, animal shows, children’s hands-on activities, Marine Tidepool, entertainment, alternative fuel vehicles and tree and plant giveaway & more.

Berserker Cycle Design will be exhibiting their brand new recumbent tricycle offered with electric assist, and offering test rides.

Contact: Brian Gobrogge (734-368-3809)  b.gobrogge@berserkercycle.com

Start Time: 11:00 am
Date: Saturday, 2009-April - 25th
End Time: 4:00pm

South Coast Earth Day Festival, free tricycle test rides!

Saturday, March 28th, 2009

Title: South Coast Earth Day Festival
Location: Alameda Park, Santa Barbara
Link out: Community Environmental Councel’s Earthday Page
Description:
Help us support alternative transportation on the South Coast by joining the earth day festival in Santa Barbara.

Come Meet the founders and take a Berserker tricycle for a test ride, or stop by to enjoy the great food and enterntainment, and visit one of the many exhibitors who can help show you how to be environmentally friendly and save money.  Bring your bicycle as free check-ups are being offered.

A few highlights of the festival:
- Green Car Show - hybrid & advanced fuel vehicles
- Energy Village - solar energy, wind turbines & green architects & builders
- Live Music and Enterntainment
- Free bicycle check-ups - bring your bike

Come Join Us in the alternative transportation section!

Contact Brian: 734-368-3809, or b.gobrogge@berserkercycle.com

Start Time: 10:00am
End Time: 5:30pm
Date: Sunday, 2009-April-19

Industrial Technology and Packaging Fair

Thursday, March 19th, 2009

Title: Industrial Technology and Packaging Fair
Location: Dexter Lawn at Cal Poly
Link out: Poly Pack Website
Description:

Berserker will be exhibiting and offering test rides of the Tricycle at The Industrial Technology and Packaging Fair, a one day event on Dexter Lawn at Cal Poly, that will “show off” student, faculty and industry accomplishments.

This year’s event provides an opportunity for students, faculty and industry professionals to share information about existing and upcoming technologies, discuss trends within industry and make connections that will last a lifetime. What better way to support education, stimulate your industry and have a great time in the beautiful Central Coast of California?

Contact: Brian Gobrogge, b.gobrogge@berserkercycle.com Mobile 734-368-3809

Date: Thursday, 2009-April-30

Time: 10:00 - 3:00pm with Live Band and Lunch Provided between 12:00 - 1:00

The Berserker Recumbent Tricycle Outdoors

Wednesday, March 18th, 2009

For more details on our recumbent suspension tricycle click on the link.

Custom Cycle Components Fabricated to you Speicifcations

We are now offering customers the ability to purchase custom bicycle and tricycle components. We have in-house fabrication and machining capability that allows us to produce single parts or small runs of custom made parts to your needs. You can leverage our knowledge and manufacturing expertise to make that custom component you need but can’t find anywhere else. Contact Us for more info.

Full Suspension Tricycle:

Berserker’s suspension tricycle is capable of withstanding off-road abuse with its independent three wheel suspension and welded chrome-moly frame. The recumbent tricycle incorporates under seat steering with linkages to the wheels for added comfort and to minimize any impacts to the riders hands and arms during aggressive all terrain cycling. The Berserker is the ultimate local transportation solution, great for commuting to work, or running local errands. Our Heavy Duty rack allows you to easily attach grocery carrying Pannier bags, and your briefcase. Find out what everyone is talking about Here:

Bionx Electric Motor Assist:

We offer Bionx electric assist packages integrated at the factory for those looking for the optimal commuting comfort solution or those that just want a little help up those big hills. Our recumbent suspension tricycle is hand built in the United States, from premium components to give you a long lasting cycling enjoyment. If you don’t see the exact configuration or options you want, contact us and we will be happy to customize a specialized tricycle just for your needs.