Electric unicycle rider draws attention around Mammoth Lakes

What is happening

A person riding an electric unicycle is making the rounds around Mammoth Lakes while business images are being captured for Google. The activity has prompted a reminder for local businesses to keep an eye out for the rider and review how their locations appear online.

What businesses should know

Businesses in the area may see the rider near their storefronts or other visible parts of their operations. The stated purpose is to create images that may appear with business listings on Google.

Owners and managers can check their business images on Google after the activity. The rider’s presence is a visible sign that imagery connected with local businesses may be updated or added.

Why the images matter

Images associated with a business help show customers what a location looks like. For businesses around Mammoth Lakes, the activity offers a reason to review the pictures displayed with their listings and note whether they accurately represent the location.

The reminder applies to businesses across the Mammoth Lakes area. It does not identify a specific business, route or schedule for the rider.

What to watch for

People who see an electric unicycle rider near a business can watch for image-capture activity. Businesses can also check their Google listings for changes after the rider has passed through the area.

Sierra Wave reported on the activity. The report is linked below.