Cargo/long bikes

I'm thinking of getting a cargo bike. Anyone on here got one, can recommend one, have any tips for what type to get.
Many thanks.
Many thanks.
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Joseph Gallivan
Joseph Gallivan
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Joseph Gallivan
My main advice would be to check that the model you're looking at is compatible with what you want to do with it. By that I mean, for example, the Kona Ute will not easily take anything other than the bags that come with it. That means that almost the whole market of bike-specific luggage is closed to you. That got really annoying after a while, especially when I found most child seats wouldn't easily fit either. They will carry a significant amount more than a normal bike, something I only appreciate now I don't have one any more. I used to strap a big crate to the deck.
Other things to consider might be:
Kickstand - when fully loaded you need a stand so you can open gates, find your keys etc.
Puncture resistant tyres (I won't say puncture-proof), mine had Conti City Contact and they were good
Somewhere to keep it. Sounds obvious but they are a bit awkward to wheel around in tight spaces
I got my from Evans but this place is worth a look,they have lots of accessories and bikes:
http://www.practicalcycles.com/index.htm
There are also lots of cargo bike blogs if you have the time to search for them, I've not got any links handy, sorry.
One last thing - be prepared for people coming up to you and asking you "what's it for?" which you would think is a daft question but I got it all the time.