Cargo Bikes

Thanks. Speed now sorted. I think it wasn't tracing properly as maps not downloaded.

Bringing this back up from a mega dredge.

Where are these inserts from?
I have the base sorted, with those I'd be able to use plywood for the sides....

Standard Bullitt ones, should be able to get them from any Larry vs Harry supplier. Don't really know where you can get them, but I have found an EU source for me.

For more consultation you can have a look into the assembly manual

I think you should be able to produce similar results with regular bolts, washers and nyloc nuts. You would need some kind of standoff or a larger L bracket, but I guess it would still be cheaper than paying LvH tax.

Ideal scenario would be to build your base a bit wider so it sits on top of the Bullitt frame, so you could just use regular L-brackets for the side panels. Would recommend using a fairly thick wooden base and countersunk hex bolts to attach it to the bike.

Thanks. Those LvH taxes are high. But understandable.

SBC cycles guys led me to believe that you could use those inserts to make a sort of quick release box. If you fixed them to the bottom of a box, you could just pop it off.

Not sure if that's correct though

Pretty much, when new those dowl/machined inserts are mega tight, once they've been rattling around a few years you can just about pull them up. So for me normally run with a floor + BBX panels, if I spot a nice sofa/washing machine/dishwasher/sideboard that I want to take home with me, remove 4x M5 bolts, leaving the bbx panel adapters in the frame, take off actual panels and lay at the back/bottom/wherever, insert free loot, put a strap round it, ride home.
If you've access to horse box/instrument box/chandlers materials you can get those neat 90 degree bayonet type fitting quick locks (come in M5/M6/M8/M10) so no tools required (always rattle a little though).

Couple of observations from a cargo bike noob.

I only realised today that I should relax and enjoy the sit up and beg position. I was sort of crouching forward over the bars yesterday, which made steering and hand indicating less than perfect.

Secondly, I have just been out on my road bike and almost fell off, the switch in handling is so great. Does this go away with time? Very strange sensation.

Does this go away with time? Very strange sensation.

Yea, once your brain has fully adjusted. I don’t even notice switching between bikes now

Does this go away with time?

No, I do it all the time!

the best is when you go from cargo to brompton

Going from a bullitt to a legitimate track bike is alway interesting and frankly so fun. Especially if not been out on track bike in a while.

Thought I was going to die the first time I did this.

Agreed, jump from bullit to road bike / polo bike all the time and it's fine.

First time definitely threw me off, though!

To be fair, the Bullitt is pretty aggro as far as cargobikes go.

I only want to ride the bullitt now. My 90s Kona runaround has been relegated to hanging on the wall and my road bike get about 2 rides a year when a friend of mine toes me around a 30mile rout while I moan.

I've done more miles on the cargo since march than I've done on all other bikes in the last couple of years.

dual battery sounds ace. Not that I struggle with battery at all day to day, but it'd be a nice option to have!

feel lucky that you get yours so fast - it took mine like 9 months to arrive

the clock is mph not kms on the packster.

Also worth looking at the r&m youtube channel to get best use of the canopy - it is quite adaptable in case the shop didn't show you

(sorry for cross-posting from Dads/mums thread)
Some families in NW London are trying to organise an event around different family cycling options like cargo bikes, long-tails, child bike seats and trailers. The idea is to get as many different options as possible available for people to try, so if you live vaguely in Harlesden/Willesden/Kensal and have a cargo bike, or want to get a cargo bike, send me a DM please. Thanks!

Don't CarryMe do something like this. Might be worth contacting them and see if they can help

Tall omnium

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fuck yes

I’m trying to convince Liz we need one of these. Mind you I’ve been trying for the last 4 years so don’t hold your breath.

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My kids are getting big for my box/elbowing each other and faffing about getting in and out, just remembered pedalme cargo bikes have like a central bench. Anyone know if they have seatbelts? And how they fit if they do? Im sure this may be a good choice for speedy mounting and increasing leg room for them

No seatbelts. Kids need to be old enough to sit unsupported and holding on to the rails. Enough room on there for 2x adults though!

Ah ok! My kids are 4 and thought I could just make a bench for them but reckon without seatbelts they’d just stand up all the time/ try and jump off thinking it’s funny