Tag: Cargo

Cargo bikes are cool—really cool. Longtails, box bikes, or compacts—whatever you’re riding, we’re into it. And with various bike industry bods calling the 2020s the ‘decade of cargo bikes,’ are we on the cusp of seeing more of these bikes on our streets? There are so many uses for cargo bikes, and we hope that detailing them here will inspire you to own one in the future. And if you already own a cargo bike (you lucky thing!), maybe you’ve never thought of some of the uses we’ve included here. Yes, yes—don’t let us stop using cargo bikes for everyday use—commuting, nursery drop-offs, weekly shops, and the like—but these uses will make your life easier.  But that’s only the half…

  In the bustling streets of London, a quiet revolution is underway, transforming how people work and goods are transported. Traditionally, tradespeople such as electricians, plumbers, and gardeners have been synonymous with vans as their primary mode of transportation to job sites. However, a paradigm shift is occurring, challenging the conventional reliance on motor vehicles and embracing the power of pedal-driven cargo bikes. Cargo Bikes for Business Businesses leading this transformative wave have fully embraced cargo bikes as efficient alternatives to traditional vans. The UK government, recognizing the potential of electric cargo bikes, has actively encouraged their use for last-mile deliveries through the Transport Decarbonisation Plan. In the heart of London, Transport for London (TfL) has published the Cargo Bike…

Cargo bikes and bike trailers are excellent ways to transport goods, pets and even children! They make your bicycle more versatile, and they’re great if you want to replace a car with a bike. Although the two might seem similar, there are quite a few differences and choosing can be difficult. If you’re torn between them, here’s a rundown of the pros and cons associated with both. Cargo Bikes Cargo bikes are widely popular across Europe and have been catching on in the UK in recent times. If you’re looking to replace a car and commit yourself fully to cycling (and you have more than you can fit in a rucksack), cargo bikes make transporting everything from the weekly shop…