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They didn't have a Douze in stock so only got to test à couple of bullitts in the end. The first one had only just been built and had the steps ep8 and dérailleur setup with the widest bars I've ever seen. Barely touched the pedals and torque was insane, lots of fun but would be a bit mental for carrying 2 kids in. The gears only worked with the battery plugged in which seems like a crazy option to have imo. The 2nd was with nexus 5, steps e 600 and swept back bars, it felt really comfortable and the pedal assist was barely noticeable compared to the other just easier on the legs without the catapulting acceleration.
I tried à bakfiets long in between just out of curiosity and it's like a cruise liner in comparison I didn't enjoy it at all tbh.
I really want to try the douze (if anyone knows anywhere else in London that has them in stock?) as for à family bike it has a few more options than the bullitt which will take a bit more effort to get right for my needs.
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Shame they never had the Douze for a direct comparison so you can hop from bike to bike. I love the Long Bakfiets, but it’s certainly a cruising machine rather than speed machine like the Bullitt/Douze.
Not sure who else who would have Douze in London? You’re more than welcome to come and try ours. We’re in Ealing, so we might completely out of your way? Our bike is also non-assist, but you will get a good idea of the handling/how it rides.
LGC used to offer bringing bikes to your home for a fee so you could test ride them around where you live. If you purchased a bike the fee was taken off the price of the bike. No idea if they still offer this though.
thebrenthamtaffy
Both are great machines.
Will be a tough choice. You’ll probably love the look of the Bullitt, but love the neutral handling of the Douze. Very similar sized and capable machines. Shout if you have any questions about the Douze, we’ve had one for over 4 years, plus I know @Vince and @pascalo have them.
Enjoy!