CHARIOTEERS: one of these riders could be pedaling you on your next ride!
Ben Dambman, co-owner
ben@chariotsofphilly.com
Born in Nigeria and hailing from Roxborough since he was 6, Ben now lives in Center City with his new wife, Shannon. He founded Chariots of Philly in the fall of 2003 after learning the trade in West Palm Beach and Delray Beach, FL where he rode for 4Tire4Hire (now Downtown Bike Taxi). Ben has been riding bike taxis since 2003.
Tom Dambman, co-owner
tom@chariotsofphilly.com
The younger brother of Ben, Tom was born in Indiana but grew up in Roxborough, and currently resides in Fishtown. He joined the team in 2008, after spending several years selling DIY carpet cleaning solutions. Tom has been riding a bike taxi since 2008.
Roy Abrams
roy@chariotsofphilly.com
Roy was born in Philadelphia, and works at a jazz club in the city. His customers love him, and he's never afraid of a little rain or coldm weather. When others don't want to, Roy will. Roy has been riding a bike taxi since 2007.
Steve "Bubba" Belford
Bubba was born and raised in Roxborough, and currently lives in Flourtown. He recently graduated from Lancaster Bible College and hopes to enter the mission field soon. Bubba is not afraid to wear revealing or wild costumes which makes him by far our most photographed charioteer. Bubba has been riding a bike taxi since 2006.