Known as “Greenway Pedicabs”, bicycle powered rick-shaw type carts can now be spotted in Chapel Hill and Carrboro along Franklin and Main Streets.  Fares are reasonable and tips should be given to those who power the bicycles.    The route is from Carrboro Farmers Market to Morehead Planetarium.  Pedicab hours of operation are 9 pm to 2:30 am Thursday through Saturday, and similar times outside these hours may be available by appointment.  Since there are only 2 Pedicabs, it’s best to call ahead and schedule your ride, but you also can “hail” a Pedicab just as you would a regular taxi when you spot an empty one going by. 

The idea came about in an effort to reduce greenhouse gases and global warming using new energy concious ideas.  Fueled by Students United for a Responsible Global Envirionment (SURGE) together with private investors, and endorsed by the Chapel Hill/Carrboro Chamber of Commerce, the Pedicabs made their first appearance this past August leaving the Carolina Inn and taking people to their restaurant and entertainment destimations throughout town.  To reserve your Pedicab or get more information, call (919) 951-8158.