If you’ve recently heard about a unique Jeep-style golf cart, it was likely Rad Rydz’s latest creation, custom-built and quickly sold to Greystar Apartments. This local business, renowned for its innovative and custom work, Atlas golf carts and low-speed vehicles, has taken creativity to new heights by constructing a golf cart using actual Jeep parts.
Since opening in 2018, Rad Rydz, started by Chad Shores and Andrea Leary, has set itself apart from other golf cart dealerships. While many focus solely on sales, Rad Rydz has made a name for itself with its exceptional service and repair offerings.
One of their most recent standout projects is their custom Jeep golf cart, which not only resembles a miniature version of the iconic off-road vehicle but incorporates actual Jeep parts. This unique creation is a testament to Rad Rydz’s dedication to quality and customization, offering customers a one-of-a-kind experience on the road or course.
However, this was not one of the easier endeavors that Shores and Leary have undertaken. As Leary and Shores began designing and building their latest Jeep golf cart, they quickly realized how strenuous the process would be. After months of patience, dedication and sacrifice, their vision finally became a reality.
When asked about the timeline, the couple stated, “it’s about six months.”
“Once I order the body, they have to custom-make that body. They’re not just sitting in a warehouse ready to be shipped,” explained Shores. “And then once it gets back here, the process to build it is a lot more detailed than just a regular body.”
Aside from the exterior efforts that go into building this golf cart, one of the most impressive things about their new product is its interior mechanics. This cart can reach speeds as high as 45 mph. The average top speed of a typical golf cart without any upgrades is 12-14 mph.
“This isn’t just a regular golf cart on the inside though either,” Leary emphasized. “We put in a Navitas controller and a high-speed motor. You could program it how fast you want it to go. I mean, you could turn it down to 3 miles per hour and put a kid on it. If you want your kid to drive it or dad to drive it, you can turn it up to 45 miles per hour.”
Reflecting on the journey, the couple shared their excitement about seeing the project through. “I guess my favorite part about it all is just seeing it come together,” Shores said. “Seeing your own products too,” added Leary.
“Yeah, just piece by piece,” they continued. “Especially when you start with something so raw. I mean, it’s hard for a lot of people to see what it can become and the vision. Right? The vision. It’s kind of like when you walk into a house and it’s just the frame of the house; it’s hard to see exactly what it’s going to look like when all the finishing touches go on.”
And so Shores and Leary did just that, following their vision through to make it a reality.
For more information, visit radrydz.com or call (843) 972-8525.
By Johanna Rogers
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