Pedicab Sprint
Build it sturdy, style it boldly and race it to the line.
About
Pedicabs are a familiar sight on the streets of many Asian cities, and Pedicab Sprint asks each team to build one of its own, against the clock.
Working from supplied plans, teams turn a self-assembly kit of materials into a cardboard three-wheeler strong enough to carry a passenger at speed.
Once the build is complete, teams decorate their pedicab with colour and personality, adding finishing touches that make it unmistakably theirs. They also decide who will ride and who will provide the pedal power on race day.
The programme concludes with a race that tests speed and control in equal measure. With colleagues cheering from the side and a dash for the finish line, it is an energetic finale that brings the whole group together.
Learning outcomes
Transforming a flat pile of materials into a working pedicab calls for teamwork, resourcefulness and clear communication throughout.
With a clear picture of the goal, teams can form sub-teams that work in parallel, breaking a complex task into manageable parts and keeping everyone productive.
Those sub-teams must stay connected, because every part has to fit together at the end. Regular check-ins and well-defined roles stop small issues becoming large ones, a lesson that applies to any cross-functional project.
Decoration adds a creative element, and the race delivers friendly competition and one big shared moment. Teams leave proud of what they built and with a clearer sense of what they can achieve when they plan well and work as one.
Program flow
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Kit and plans
Teams receive their pedicab kit and plans and hear the rules of the race.
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Divide the work
Teams form sub-teams to build different parts of the pedicab at the same time.
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Assemble
The sub-teams bring their parts together into one sturdy cardboard pedicab.
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Add some style
Teams decorate their pedicab and choose who rides and who pedals.
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Race
Pedicabs race in a test of speed and control while colleagues cheer.
What is included
Included
- Expert facilitators throughout
- Pedicab building kits and plans
- Tools and decorating materials
- Race course set-up
- Judging and results
Not included
- Venue hire
- Meals and refreshments
- Audio-visual equipment
- Transfers to and from the venue
- Bespoke printed materials
Frequently asked questions
How big can the group be?
From 10 to 500 guests, organised into smaller teams.
How long is the programme?
The programme typically lasts about 1.5 hours.
Is building experience needed?
No. Teams follow supplied plans, and all materials and tools are included.
Indoors or outdoors?
Either. It can be staged indoors, outdoors or across both, depending on your venue.
How is the winner decided?
Teams race their pedicabs in a test of speed and control, and the quickest, steadiest team wins.
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