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Cargo bikes for carrying children

Cargo bikes are becoming an increasingly popular way to carry children for short journeys around town.

Not only are journeys often cheaper and quicker by cargo bike, they're also a lot more fun!

You're in the right place if you want to find out more about how much a family cargo bike costs, what the different options are and what to look out for when buying a cargo bike for the school run.

Here at Cycle Sprog we've been obsessing over how to cycle best with children since 2012 so we've got all sorts of advice to help you choose the best cargo bike for your family and get out riding!

 

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If you're after specific advice and aren't bothered about the survey, you'll find a lot of information on this page, from what to look out for when buying a cargo bike to the best cargo bike locks.

 

Choosing a family cargo bike

When you're starting to look for a cargo bike to carry your kids there's going to be LOTS of questions you need answering.

In these articles we take you through the decision making process from having the idea that you might want a  family cargo bike through to the decision as to which type is going to be best suited for your family.

A lot will depend on where and how you'll be using and storing the cargo bike, how many children you have, and what your budget is.

Buying a family cargo bike

Once you've narrowed down the type of cargo bike you're going to use to carry your children around, the next stage is choosing the exact make and model.

In the following articles we answer some of the key questions about the costs and practicalities of buying a family cargo bike, as well as provide recommendations on the best brands.

Family cargo bike adventure from Bath to Chepstow

29/02/2024

Thinking about a cargo bike holiday with kids? Here’s our tips from our multi-day cargo bike holiday with four kids on two cargo bikes.

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two tern orox bikes riding in the woods

Tern unveils the Orox, an adventure cargo bike

21/02/2024

Tern unveils the Orox, an adventure cargo bike designed to carry children and lots of kit, could it be the ultimate family adventure bike?

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The Babboe Curve Cargo Bike for carrying children

Cargo bike brand Babboe halts trading over safety concerns

20/02/2024

Dutch cargo bike brand Babboe halts trading over safety concerns

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Best cargo bike locks

09/02/2024

Cycle Sprog’s guide on how to lock up a cargo bike and the best cargo bike locks for keeping your cargo bike safe and secure.

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Mycle cargo bike review

Mycle Cargo Electric Bike review

01/11/2023

Here’s our review of the Mycle Cargo bike; the cheapest electric longtail bike available to buy in the UK.

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Mycle cargo bike

Electric cargo bikes: can the budget Mycle Cargo compete with the high-end Tern GSD longtail?

12/09/2023

Wondering how much to spend on a cargo bike? Here’s our comparison of a budget cargo bike and a more expensive longtail cargo bike.

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