WHEEL FUN RIDES THE LOVE AFFAIR WITH NOSTALGIA
If the words “Quad Sport,” “Deuce Coupe,” and “Chopper” bring back memories of freedom, fun, and carefree days of youth, then Wheel Fun’s 6 locations in San Diego County may be just what you’re looking for.
Wheel Fun Rentals offers a chance to rediscover the joys of having some old-fashioned fun. “Somewhere along the line most of us got off our bikes and into automobiles,” says McInerney, Wheel Fun Rentals founder and executive vice president. “Our purpose is to help you rediscover what you knew by heart as a kid – that once you climbed on your beloved bike and headed through the mud puddles, you were really free and headed for fun.”
Mud puddles and beloved bikes notwithstanding, Wheel Fun Rentals delivers a menu of strictly 21st century specialty bicycles that satisfy the whims of even the most amused-challenged among us. Unabashedly nostalgic, Wheel Fun sports a logo that is reminiscent of a 1950s family taking a ride and having fun. “How many of us remember that we used to ride bikes just to have fun?” says McInerney. If your memory fails, here’s a refresher course:
Deuce Coupe This is a two-seater and both people get to pedal. Adults or children can sit and pedal and there’s a jump seat in the back to carry kids 6 years and younger. Neat fun. Good fun for ages 2 to 80.
Quad Sport A four-wheel ride down the memory lane of Go-carts. Formula One steering lets the single rider turn on a dime. Good for ages 6 to 60. *Available at Oceanside location only
The Chopper A single seater designed for laid back cruising and sightseeing. The handlebars and seat are designed for comfort, just like a motorcycle chopper. Ideal for ages 6 to 60. *Available at Oceanside location only
Surrey This family four wheeled cycle seats from three to nine adults (up to six get to pedal) plus two children. Rack and pinion steering, drum brakes, and multiple independent chain drive pedaling systems. Great for ages 1 to 99.
Wheel Fun appeals to both locals and vacationing families as an amusement diversion and is usually an impulse buy. ”Families will be walking down the boardwalk, through the park, or along the beach and see our Surreys and one of the kids will pull the parents in and say, ‘Hey we’ve got to try this,’” says Wheel Fun president Al Stonehouse. An important underlying aspect of the business is that it “invites involvement in the activity instead of just having an external distraction that is offered by so many amusement venues,” says Stonehouse. Hourly rentals range from $10 to $30, depending on the vehicle.
Currently 94 Wheel Fun Rentals locations operate in 13 states and more are planned. Wheel Fun Rentals is a business that invites you to take a step backward and forward at the same time – to rekindle the memories of childhood freedom and create memories of family fun. You’ll know you’ve arrived when you can say “Yes!” to the question, “Have you ever pedaled a Quad Sport?”
Wheel Fun Rentals has contributed over two million dollars to Park and Recreation departments across the country over the last five years. The company welcomes people with disabilities and provides free rentals to all Big Brothers Big Sisters matches.
