CETMA Cargo Bike
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Seriously? Maybe I'll be able to try that myself one day. My next bike will definitely be a Big Dummy. It's probably worth getting the Xtracycle Kickback kickstand for the BD. I've seen some people modding it to make it even wider.
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There is no established load limit on the CETMA....Lane was talking about 400lbs was the max hauled so far, but he can't afford to destroy a bike just to see what it could haul. I suspect I would never haul more than 300lbs. But the CETMA can take that in one square shape whereas if you loaded even 150lbs on just one side of a BD you'd have some fun trying to pedal it in a straight line!
Also keep in mind it's not simply a matter do how much weight you can carry that determines a cargo bike's capabilities, but how you carry your cargo, ease of loading and ease of riding.
Also keep in mind it's not simply a matter do how much weight you can carry that determines a cargo bike's capabilities, but how you carry your cargo, ease of loading and ease of riding.
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I am not sure what the absolute limit might be, but how often do you really need to haul more than a bin full of gravel or logs?. I have done both and the CETMA bike stays rideable. As for hills, I can get it up 500m (1/3 mile) of 15% grade when it is mostly empty (mine is the green bike with the cute toddler) or up a mile or so of 8% with a couple of hundred pounds in the bin. I have a 33 tooth chainring and 34 tooth cog as my lowest gear.
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I am not sure what the absolute limit might be, but how often do you really need to haul more than a bin full of gravel or logs?. I have done both and the CETMA bike stays rideable. As for hills, I can get it up 500m (1/3 mile) of 15% grade when it is mostly empty (mine is the green bike with the cute toddler) or up a mile or so of 8% with a couple of hundred pounds in the bin. I have a 33 tooth chainring and 34 tooth cog as my lowest gear.
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So you're not totally impressed with the Kickback? I wonder how/if it'll affect me (when I eventually get to build my BD ) I don't see myself swapping the wide loaders a lot. I don't even plan to get them at first, maybe later.
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I don't use the Footsies at all and use the Wideloaders only occasionally, so I find the Kickback is OK.
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Personally I use my Wideloaders often as the Freeloader bags can only hold a limited amount securely. I also don't want to ride a bike that is 5' wide all the time to avoid the hassle with the Kickback nor can I get my BD into the yard and its storage location with Wideloaders attached.
Of course if you aren't using Wideloaders perhaps you don't need a centerstand in the first place? My $7 side mounted kickstand has held up to a lot of hard use.
However, I don't have kids and only carry adult passengers.
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Vik, I gotta say, your setup is one of the most beautiful I've seen. The black/white contrast somehow enhances the triangles in the frame. I'm so happy to read your review/feedback and see the bike in action.
It KILLS me that I wasn't set up to install one of these:
Nonetheless, your bike sounds like it's getting a good workout. I'm sending a cover and new bushings to you this week, and I'll see if I can get a 20" wheel together...
It KILLS me that I wasn't set up to install one of these:
Nonetheless, your bike sounds like it's getting a good workout. I'm sending a cover and new bushings to you this week, and I'll see if I can get a 20" wheel together...
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Your daughter is SO cute!
I saw at least one of these bikes on Highway 1 in California last month. Lots bike tourists, many of them on various types of long bikes.
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I saw at least one of these bikes on Highway 1 in California last month. Lots bike tourists, many of them on various types of long bikes.
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I replaced my kick back cheapo bungee thing with another bungee cord and the kick back works great, now. I just happened to have a bunch of bungees of different lengths at my disposal.
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Frame is ~$1850...total build cost really depends on what you go with. Most LBS will offer a deep discount on parts if you are buying a complete build kit. You could also scavenge parts of old bikes to good effect.
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I'll also add that the frame uses standard components all around, so one could really pull nearly everything from an old mountain bike, throw them on the CETMA, and go.
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There is no single answer. You'd have to go down to your LBS and ask them what they'd sell a build kit to you for or price one out at an online shop.
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I just don't feel like spending an hour adding up prices at an online bike shop so I can come back here and give you an answer that won't be the same as what you end up with. If you want the answer do the work yourself...not only will you appreciate all the options available, but your answer will actually be helpful to you since it will contain parts you actually want.
Try Speedgoat: https://www.speedgoat.com/
They have a build kit on special that is $717 - you'll need wheels and tires on top of that.
If you want something more specific start adding up the costs of parts at Speedgoat one by one.
Try Speedgoat: https://www.speedgoat.com/
They have a build kit on special that is $717 - you'll need wheels and tires on top of that.
If you want something more specific start adding up the costs of parts at Speedgoat one by one.
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So about $3000 for everything including shipping?
Cargo biking is a rich man's game...
A bike + trailer can haul more weight with fewer handling issues, for a fraction of the cost...
Cargo bikes are really cool but I'm glad there is a cheaper, better way to haul freight with human power.
Cargo biking is a rich man's game...
A bike + trailer can haul more weight with fewer handling issues, for a fraction of the cost...
Cargo bikes are really cool but I'm glad there is a cheaper, better way to haul freight with human power.
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So about $3000 for everything including shipping?
Cargo biking is a rich man's game...
A bike + trailer can haul more weight with fewer handling issues, for a fraction of the cost...
Cargo bikes are really cool but I'm glad there is a cheaper, better way to haul freight with human power.
Cargo biking is a rich man's game...
A bike + trailer can haul more weight with fewer handling issues, for a fraction of the cost...
Cargo bikes are really cool but I'm glad there is a cheaper, better way to haul freight with human power.
I have owned 2 cargo trailers. I sold one and keep the other, but haven't used it in years. A dedicated cargo bike is much easier to use and handles better. I would never go back to trailers personally.
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I don't believe a big load (300-400 pounds) handles better on a bike than on a trailer, but I'll never know for sure.
Enjoy the ride. You are very fortunate to have such a nice bike and the precious cargo.
Enjoy the ride. You are very fortunate to have such a nice bike and the precious cargo.
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I wouldn't want you to spend any time at all figuring out exactly what it would cost. Maybe I wasn't being clear enough. I am very new at this. I didn't even know about speedgoat. I did find Nashbar and they have build kits that can be had from 800 to 1000. That's all I was asking for, just a WAG ballpark number. Point two: As a new guy I don't know the parts needed to complete a bike so adding it up at speed goat doesn't help much. I have been spending a lot of time at Barnes and Noble reading and trying to figure all this out. I have also ordered the Park book. Sorry if I'm not as smart as you.
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I wouldn't want you to spend any time at all figuring out exactly what it would cost. Maybe I wasn't being clear enough. I am very new at this. I didn't even know about speedgoat. I did find Nashbar and they have build kits that can be had from 800 to 1000. That's all I was asking for, just a WAG ballpark number. Point two: As a new guy I don't know the parts needed to complete a bike so adding it up at speed goat doesn't help much. I have been spending a lot of time at Barnes and Noble reading and trying to figure all this out. I have also ordered the Park book. Sorry if I'm not as smart as you.
Also: good lord, I love these bikes. I wish I could afford one as well. Simply fantastic, and several really good design improvements over the bakfiets.
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I wouldn't want you to spend any time at all figuring out exactly what it would cost. Maybe I wasn't being clear enough. I am very new at this. I didn't even know about speedgoat. I did find Nashbar and they have build kits that can be had from 800 to 1000. That's all I was asking for, just a WAG ballpark number. Point two: As a new guy I don't know the parts needed to complete a bike so adding it up at speed goat doesn't help much. I have been spending a lot of time at Barnes and Noble reading and trying to figure all this out. I have also ordered the Park book. Sorry if I'm not as smart as you.