Did an extended test ride on an e-cargo bike this weekend (Surly Skid Loader) and loved it. Put in an order for one, should have it in October.
I'm a big dude but I used to ride a lot when I was in better shape, and I'm hoping this will get me out of the car for any short trips as well as commuting to work. It can carry 100 lbs on the back rack making it all good for general grocery getting. It's a class 1 ebike, so no throttle making it a bit of a workout. You only get assist if you are pedaling. My hope is that making it part of my daily running around will help make riding a habit again and get some miles in my legs.
Being able to just ride straight up 20th St SW (between 33rd and 26th) for example, putting in some effort but not killing myself really opens things up to go pretty much anywhere. I'd end up pushing my city bike up a hill like that at my current fitness level.
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