hilltopfamily Posted July 8, 2004 #1 Share Posted July 8, 2004 When we were in Cozumel in March we let the kids ride on a tricycle-type thing a guy pedaled for "donations" from the ship to the end of the Punta Langosta pier and then back to the ship again later on (oldest daughter is physically-challenged). There was a seat across the front of the bike for the riders to sit in & the guy was behind them, doing the pedaling. Just wondering if these "thingees" have a name and what most people give $$$-wise for a ride in these? (Hoping I didn't short-change the guy:o ) The ride lasted all of about 5 minutes but the kids found it kind of fun (& a lot easier for my DD). Anyone know about these? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CozSally Posted July 10, 2004 #2 Share Posted July 10, 2004 They are called "triciclos" (tree-see-clos, with the accent on the "see"). Generally $3 is the going rate for a ride with an actual destination. To the end of the pier is worth $2, especially if a passenger is physically challenged. The triciclo drivers have families to feed and no other means of support. Keep in mind that generosity comes back to you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hilltopfamily Posted July 10, 2004 Author #3 Share Posted July 10, 2004 Sally: thanks for the info! Just what I wanted to know. I gave the driver $3 to take my kids to the ship from the pier entrance, so next time I'll up it a couple bucks --- I just had no idea what the "going" rate was! He had a return trip right away with some other people, but I didn't get to see how much $$ they handed him as a point of reference for me. thanks again. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UsedtobeSmith Posted October 21, 2005 #4 Share Posted October 21, 2005 These guys were a life saver for me and my freshly broken toe! Loved them! I gave them on average 8-10 bucks... lol I wasnt sure what the going rate was, I just asked my toe what is was worth.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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