Thread: Utility bike or tricycle?
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Old 10-26-09 | 11:56 PM
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Originally Posted by wanatrike
I have been researching utility bikes to carry my two daughters (6 and 8) and groceries/work stuff, etc.. I just want to replace the car if I can.

Would a bicycle or tricycle be better for this kind of hauling? Why?

Thanks for your help and/or opinions!
It depends. a trike is very useful on flat ground and for short distances. If you start factoring in hilly terrain then I would consider a Surly Big Dummy. Also if your kids are six and eight I would consider having them on their own bikes. Why? Hauling 60 to 90 pound kids is an awful lot of weight to start with; however, include a moderate amount of groceries in wide loaders and you may very well be in chain breakin' territory.
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