I do all of the commutes I need to make with my daughter on the Madsen. We ride about 65-80 miles a week on it. When I ride it I never have one of those times where I'd like to stop somewhere to pick up some goodies but realized I left my panniers at home or the cargo is awkward sized. It is always ready to take whatever I can throw at it. It's great to load up with ice and beer for BBQs too!