TheUPgreener: Hanebrink Bike: this “hybrid” bike will get you anywhere and everywhere with the help of an electric motor & your legs. http://bit.ly/bnnT3i
Don’t just get around town, get around anywhere, with the Hanebrink Bike($5,500). This “hybrid” bike uses human and electric power to propel this state of the art bike. The 600 watt engine can get the bike to reach 20 mph and if that’s not fast enough your feet can push you faster. The stock lithium ion battery set up gives you 1 hour of run time and only takes 3 hours to recharge, you can also opt to have the rear rack filled with 5 batteries to offer you 100 miles of riding. The wide tires and 14 gears help you keep your balance and cargo with you during steep climbs or over soft terrain like snow and sand. So you can go anywhere and do anything while only leaving huge tire tracks behind as your “footprint”.
TheUPgreener: Toyota/Tesla RAV4 EV: the union is unveiling their first creation at the LA 2010 Auto Show with a Tesla Powertrain. http://bit.ly/c7nb33
Toyota and Tesla have banned together to make the EV RAV4 of our dreams, but that’s not news. The news is that the first amalgamation of their union will be unveiled ath the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show. The specs have not been released but according to the agreement that was made Tesla will provide the powertrain and supporting technology, while Toyota supplies the rest of the RAV4. This will be a good window into the future of Tesla’s baby EV SUV at least from the technical specification side. So stay tuned and start saving your pennies for an SUV so dependable it doesn’t even depend on petroleum.
TheUPgreener: Patagonia Men’s R3® Regulator Hi-Loft Jacket: made of recycled soda bottles, factory seconds and recycled clothes. http://bit.ly/aIcGSm
Stay warm this fall in the Patagonia Men’s R3® Regulator Hi-Loft Jacket ($179) in this lightweight, moisture wicking and fast drying jacket. The Polartech® Power Stretch® pieces are strategically placed in high wear locations to make it last longer. Microfleece lines the collars and cuffs to help keep the cold out and seams are moved off the shoulders to be comfortable with a backpack. The Polartech® is 98% polyester and 70% of that is recycled and the Power Stretch® is 88% recycled and 60% of that is recycled. The recycled polyester is made of used soda bottles, factory seconds and worn out clothing donated through the Common Threads Recycled Program. As soon as the frost hits you can layer this jacket under Men’s Guide Hoody and stay warm all winter long.
TheUPgreener: Bamboo Bath Mat: keep yourself and your planet safe with this eco-friendly bamboo bath mat. http://bit.ly/bzh9kW
Keep your life and bring some life to your bathroom with this all natural Bamboo Bath Mat. The textured slip resistant mat is great for preventing life threatening falls when exiting the shower or tub. Order one so you can exit safely for the environment and you.
TheUPgreener: Joos Orange: keep your gadgets full of juice with this waterproof, durable charger that even works after being shot. http://bit.ly/cEuRNs
Keep your gizmos and gadgets charged with Joos Orange ($99) the best portable solar charger soon to be on the market. The Joos Orange charges 3.5 times faster than any other portable solar charger in its price range and it can charge 4 smart phones on one charge. This versatile, portable and reliable charger works in the sun, shade, and light rain. It is designed to be durable, waterproof, portable and comes with legs to easily adjust it to face the sun. The battery holds its charge for years and can be charged from your computer if you don’t have time to lay it in the sun. The Joos is also extremely durable and works after being submerged in water and even after being shot. So sign up so you can order one as soon as they are available and start charging your way to a greener world.
