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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!

 

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 reviews

There's nothing better than reading a review by someone who has actually used the cargo bike you're thinking of buying.

Using a cargo bike to carry your kids

Once you've chosen and bought the perfect cargo bike for your family, you're going to be desperate to get out and use it!

Here's some introductory advice plus some great inspirational stories about the art of the possible.

Which is best? A 2 or 3 wheeled cargo bike for carrying kids?

2 vs 3 wheeled cargo bikes – which is best for carrying kids? 

10/06/2022

Would a 2 or 3 wheel cargo bike suit your family? Read on to find out…..

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Podcast - Cargo Bikes for Ukraine

Cargo Bikes for Ukraine Podcast

31/05/2022

A remarkable interview with a bike mechanic in Kiev about how he’s using cargo bikes to deliver humanitarian aid

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Side view of the Mycle Electric Cargo Bike in Black

Mycle release new family cargo bike

06/05/2022

Mycle launch an affordable electric cargo bike aimed at families

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Solar panels run cargo bike

Can you solar power an electric cargo bike?

21/03/2022

Is it possible to power an electric cargo bike by solar power? Alex BB finds out……

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Photo of boy in Christiania cargo bike

How I started cycling with my 5 week old baby in a cargo bike

25/01/2021

A cargo bike, such as the Christiania, together with a car seat, means you don’t have to give up cycling when your baby arrives

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family cargo bikes at the 2019 Cycle Show - Tern GSD in action

Family Cargo Bikes roundup from the 2019 Cycle Show

13/09/2019

There were lots of family cargo bikes on display at the 2019 Cycle Show – here’s our round up of which ones caught our eye

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