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Christiania Bikes

By bmw_admin on October 31, 2009

Christiania Bike

Christiana is another Danish brand of carrier bikes, making what they call in English the “transporter trike”. Christiania makes multiple models, some for cargo and some for carrying children. The Christiania Model Light is the one that they say is expressley designed for the transport of children. The maximum load of the Christiania Model Light is 100Kg plus the driver. It has front disc brakes. The carrier box, like many in Europe, is made out of plywood of “waterproof quality”. The total length of the Christiania Model light is 208 cm and the width is 87 cm. It appears to be tiller steering. It is not clear from the website what gearing is included, since 3, 5, 7, and 8 gears are listed as “Supplement”. We don’t know how “light” the Model Light is, but it still looks quite heavy, as it is made of plywood and mostly steel alloy. The Christiania Model Light sells for approximately 1,400 to 2,000 Euro depending on the setup.

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This entry is filed under Carrier Bicycles/Bakfiets, Products and tagged Bakfiets, Bicycle, Carrier Bicycle, carrier bike, Christiania transporter trike, denmark, Utility Bicycle, Utility Cycling.

Jernhesten Carrier Bike from Denmark

By bmw_admin on October 28, 2009

Jernhesten Carrier Bike from Denmark

We came across the Jernhesten Carrier Bike from Denmark. It is a rugged looking Carrier bicycle, made for apparently harsh Scandinavian weather. The site is in Danish so we can’t figure out that much. Certainly, it does not seem to come apart into a stroller or push-chair and a bicycle. It also does not seem to be foldable and like most European carrier bicycles looks like it needs a parking space. A key question is if the Jernhesten Carrier Bicycle has articulated steering or tiller steering. It is hard to tell from the picture, but there does not seem to be any room between the tire and the pushcart. But still, another good example of how European bike and transportation culture is miles ahead of the U.S.

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This entry is filed under Carrier Bicycles/Bakfiets, Products and tagged Bakfiets, Bicycle, Cargo Bike, Carrier Bicycle, carrier bike, denmark, Jernhesten, Utility Bicycle, Utility Cycling.

Eugene, Oregon Resident Wins Free Zigo Leader Carrier Bicycle in Walk/Bike to School National Raffle

By bmw_admin on October 26, 2009

Zigo for the second year in a row awarded a free Zigo Leader Carrier Bicycle to a resident of Eugene, Orgeon as part of a National Walk/Bike to School give-away. Anyone who participated in the Walk/Bike to School Day, whether as an organizer, a walker, or a bicyclist, was elgible to win just by filling out a form on Zigo’s web site [www.myzigo.com/free.php]. Incidentally, there are two new ways to win a free Zigo Leader Carrier Bicycle now posted on the website.

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This entry is filed under General and tagged Bakfiets, Bicycle, Cargo Bike, Carrier Bicycle, carrier bike, Utility Bicycle, Walk/Bike to School Day.

Feetz TriBike

By bmw_admin on October 24, 2009

Feetz TriBike

The Feetz site is only in Dutch, as far as we can tell, so a little hard to report on. The Feetz TriBike appears to be a Tricycle with a basket in front that can be used to carry groceries or children. They also make a 4-wheel Feetz. From the animated banner the tricycle seems to lean, which could help for stability or feel downright scary, depending. TheFeetz TriBike costs about 1,500 Euros, in line with similar products. The entire Feetz bike folds forward and converts it into a pushable, if odd looking, stroller of sorts. The Feetz TiBike is sold primarily in the Netherlands, with a few dealers in Belgium and England.

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This entry is filed under Carrier Bicycles/Bakfiets, General, Products and tagged Bakfiets, Bicycle, Cargo Bike, Carrier Bicycle, Feetz Tribike, Utility Bicycle. | 2 Comments

Taga Bike and Stroller

By bmw_admin on October 18, 2009

: Taga Bike and Stroller

Taga is a product of a Dutch/Israeli company. It can operate as either a 3-wheeled bike, with a front-positioned child carrier, or it can convert to a stroller. It converts by lifting off the front child seat and flipping the rear wheel of the bike over the front to become the front wheel of the stroller. It is a slick design, but appears somewhat cumbersome, as the seat must be removed, which can be a problem when you are carrying a child. It comes with a Shimano nexus internal 3-gear hub, has front disc brakes, and a rear Shimano nexus roller brake. The wheels, however, are only 16 inches, detracting from its appeal for longer rides. It’s handlebars are also unfamiliar as compared with a typical bicycle, requiring some getting used to.

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By bmw_admin on October 9, 2009

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Trio Bike

By bmw_admin on October 8, 2009

Trio Carrier Bike

The Danish TRIO Bike operates as a three-wheeled carrier bicycle, an ordinary bicycle or a pushchair. At 41.9 kg (92 lbs) for the bike plus carrier it is quite heavy. The TRIO Bike pushchair is made of vacuum-formed ABS. The TRIO Bike does not operate as a jogger or an ordinary bicycle trailer. It can be thought of more as a car-alternative, having a large, if bulky, passenger section. When coupling the bicycle to the pushchair some setup is necessary. It comes as a 7-speed. At approximately 2,400 Euros this is not for those on a budget.

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Nihola Carrier Bicycles

By bmw_admin on October 6, 2009

Nihola Cigar Carrier Bike

Danish Nihola makes a number of carrier bicycles. According to their website, the Nihola Cigar Family of bikes is their most popular. These are fixed-frame forward-positioned tricycles with a box-type carrier for children or cargo. It has articulated steering so is not like a hot dog cart, for example. It can carry 100 kg in the “cabin” with space for two children up to 7-8 years old on the bench. The “cabin” of the Nihola Cigar appears to be aluminum with underlying steel posts. The Nihola Cigar comes in 5-gear and 7-gear models. The Nihola Cigar does not operate as an ordinary stroller. Nor can it convert to a two-wheel bicycle. It does not fold and can best be thought of as a car-alternative. Specs are not on the website, but it must be quite heavy with that construction. Nihola also makes the Nihola Posterbike, Nihola Flex, Nihola Big, Nihola Cigar Dog, and Nihola Cigar Rehab models. More on these at a later date.

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This entry is filed under Uncategorized and tagged Bakfiets, Cargo Bike, Carrier Bicycle, Cigar Bike, Nihola, Utility Cycling. | 2 Comments

Zigo Leader Carrier Bicycle System

By bmw_admin on October 5, 2009

Zigo Carrier Bicycle System

The Zigo Leader Carrier Bicycle System operates as a three-wheeled carrier bicycle optimized for transporting children. It is uniquely designed with a forward-located ChildPod that allows parents to keep their children in site. The Zigo Leader, using LeaderLink technology, converts into a stroller with caster wheels for walking, a jogging stroller, an ordinary bicycle with 20 inch wheels, or a conventional bicycle trailer for carrying children. No tools are required for these conversions and they can be accomplished in under 30 seconds. The Zigo ChildPod weighs approximately 19 Kg (42 lbs) while the bicycle weighs 14 Kg (31 lbs). It folds into a compact package that can fit in a car or closet. It is also designed to fit through standard ADA doorways in the United States. It comes in 3-gear and 7-gear versions. At only $1399 in the U.S. it is very affordable compared to other carrier bicycle products. Visit www.myzigo.com for more information.

This entry is filed under Carrier Bicycles/Bakfiets, Products and tagged Bakfiets, Bicycle, Carrier Bicycle, Jogger, Stroller, Utility Bicycle, Zigo, Zigo Leader.

A Blog About Carrier Bikes, Cargo Bikes, Bakfiets, Utility Cycling, and Bicycle Trailers

By bmw_admin on October 5, 2009

This website is about carrier bicycles, bakfiets, cargo bicycles, bicycle trailers, and utility bicycling in general. These carrier bikes can be used to transport children, groceries, or other cargo. Carrier bicycles, cargo bikes, and bakfiets are sometimes good alternatives to a car, and some models are also great for recreation and exercise. Carrier bicycles and bakfiets are used around the world for these purposes, especially in cities with good bicycle infrastructure and an established bicycle culture. The United States lags the rest of the word in adopting these great products. Reviews of various products by companies such as Zigo, Nihola, Taga, Trio, Burley and Chariot will be forthcoming.

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Eugene, Oregon Resident Wins Free Zigo Leader Carrier Bicycle in Walk/Bike to School National Raffle

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