Cargo Bikes

Except that it's made of aluminum.
Yaaaaaahhhh!
[runs]

You'd want alu, the long John flex like a bastard.

I want the Long John; there are many from the 30s and 40s still on the road, that counts in cargo.

Well I've finally finished restoring my 60's Long-John. Its the last time I completely hand sand a rusty bike, power tools all the way next time

It's a totally different ride to my Bullitt. The frame is a lot softer and you notice the extra 14kgs of weight

looks great, any chance of a nice straight drive side shot?

I do have a side on photo, just not that straight. I'm going to take some proper photos of it soon

great stuff

chuffing Nora, really jealous.

Lusting after a bullitt now:
http://vimeo.com/15030578

Lusting after a bullitt now:
http://vimeo.com/15030578

There's two Bullitts which have been in service at Creative Couriers for 2+ years (Clockwork & Bluebird), and they have held up really well. I recommend them.

If you're in London and want to try a Bullitt we have a Bluebird that we use for demos.

I ridden one previously and loved it, was carting full kegs of beer. However I could never afford the complete build, would Harry Vs Larry sell a frame, fork and steering only? Established, you're in London? Pray tell how you came by a long john to restore? That would be my ideal project!

I ridden one previously and loved it, was carting full kegs of beer. However I could never afford the complete build, would Harry Vs Larry sell a frame, fork and steering only? Established, you're in London? Pray tell how you came by a long john to restore? That would be my ideal project!

Yes we're in London, W1. The Long John took a while to track down as I wanted one that was original as possible. Getting it back from Denmark was the hardest part!

We can get frame only Bullitts. External gears only in all models except the black (JPS and Classic). They come with forks, Steering rod and arms, headsets and kickstand.

I dread to ask but what's the damage for the cheapest frameset?

Yeah the Bullitts have just had a price increase for 2012. Framesets are now retailing at £1530

External gears only in all models except the black (JPS and Classic).

??? Really? One of the chronic problems with the 8 Freight was the dr and hanger.

??? Really? One of the chronic problems with the 8 Freight was the dr and hanger.

No the external only option just applies if you want a framekit only. Full bikes still come with the option for either hub or derailleur. In fact the MilkPlus, BlueBird and Clockwork have been upgraded this year to the 11 speed Alfine hub.

I'm really happy with the Alfine, especially around the city. No hassle and smooth especially if the bike is loaded up. I know the creative courier guys have been pretty happy with theirs.

We broke one alfine hub, but I suspect that was operator error.

The only thing I would change is to fit a dyno hub. The guys are constantly losing lights and whatnot.

I love my dyno light. Never had a single worry from it.

I'm about to pull th trigge on this frameset. Any thoughts before I do forum?

I'm currenty thinking of getting hub gear drop-out adaptor (not sure what this is, but I'll look into it), and running an alfine. BB7s front and rear, and a fat combination of 47mm wide rims, and 2.5" hookworms. Wheels would need to be 36 spoke only.

I think you are a bicycle addict SF, and I am impressed.

I'll race you on this project... I've just pulled the trigger on a Big Dummy frameset, to drag my kids around town. Parts choice is limited to what isn't usable from a donor MTB, and some Rigida Big Bulls and Sapim Strong spokes to match the inevitable Big Apples. Buying a cargo bike feels less extravagant than a solo. Go for it!

Fecking glad I went with a more hardtail MTB build for the fatike, than a fat trekker. My bikes are starting to step on each others toes.

I have a 6 year old, and a near 3 year old. I plan to mount a Yuba childseat at the back, and then have a seat pad in front of him, with handle bars for the eldest. Also with full side boards for foot rests. Then later I will knock together some back rests, and add a second seat pad. When the youngest outgrows his seat.

I tend to carry the kids on loads of short journeys. So while the kids seats will get a lot of use. They dont need to be super comfy.

I have also promised to use it to collect fire wood from the in-laws small holding. A undulating 60km away.

If you want a budget cargo bike, the Kona Ute is hard to beat, IMO.

We wouldn't use them for courier work, but my friend Will, who runs Green Workforce, swears by them. If you look at the site, you can see how much weight they carry, ie tools & whatnot.

They now do a smaller version, called the Minute, which is probably more than adequate for most people's needs.

If you want a budget cargo bike, the Kona Ute is hard to beat, IMO.

We wouldn't use them for courier work, but my friend Will, who runs Green Workforce, swears by them. If you look at the site, you can see how much weight they carry, ie tools & whatnot.

They now do a smaller version, called the Minute, which is probably more than adequate for most people's needs.

I've been trying to track down a Ute frameset for several months (see up thread).

I'd like to spec my own parts, and use as much from the parts bin as possible. Which is why the Mundo is a nice chioce. Still the Ute takes 700c wheel, and I have a pair sitting around, as well as 3 pairs of tyres. Ultimately the cost would be similar, with the utility of the Mundo winning out I guess.