The Ars freight e-bike purchasing guide for the bike-curious (or severe)

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
We've reviewed several bikes in this category, including the Trek Fetch+ 2, Integral Electrics Maven, and Cycrown CycWagen.Brands to look
out for:RadwagonTernYubaSpecialized, TrekXtracycleTricycles The Christiania Classic. Credit:
Christiania Bikes America And then we have a bit of an outlier
The original delivery bike, trikes can use a front-load or rear-load design, with two wheels always residing under the cargo
In either case, consumer trikes are not well-represented on the street, though brands such as Christiana and Workman have been around for
most useful are usually those who have never learned to ride a bike or those who have balance issues or other disabilities
important to you
Once you have a vague direction, the next best step is to find a bike shop that either carries or specializes in cargo bikes so you can take
some test rides
All mechanical conveyances have their quirks, and quirky bikes are the rule.Where do you want your cargo (or kid): Fore or aft?This is the
Anecdotally, I have found that many parents feel more secure having their progeny in the back
them
Additionally, front-loaders tend to put cargo closer to the ground, thus lowering their center of gravity
Depending on the bike, this can counteract any wonky feel of the ride.