Cargo Bike reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 288 Reddit reviews across 8 subreddits and 60 posts to rank the best Cargo Bike brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/CargoBike, r/ebikes, r/CyclingMSP, r/ebike, r/AskIreland. Top-rated brands include Tern (4.5/5), Urban Arrow (4.5/5), Yuba (4.3/5).

Stats

Reviews288

Subreddits8

Posts60

Brands39

Products79

Top communities

r/CargoBike231 r/ebikes42 r/CyclingMSP6 r/ebike4 r/AskIreland2

288 reviews from

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By Brand

By Product

Tern

4.5

(62)

"The upright mounting option for Tern HSD makes it a winner for small space storage."

"Tern HSD is likely your go-to. Compact in size, stores vertically, handlebar folds down to minimize the space it takes up when vertical."

"I think Perennial is the best but we’re doing our best to support cargo riders... We carry Tern (GSD in stock)..."

"Got the Tern Quick Haul Long last August and they’ve been a fantastic resource ever since."

"Perennial was where we bought our Tern a couple years ago... They're a great shop and stock a lot of Tern models."

"I bought my Tern GSD from Perennial and they were great to work with."

"Tern P9, for solid reliability."

"Something like a Tern GSD plus a Carla Cargo trailer which has a brake built into it."

"The Tern GSD or R&M Multitrinker are the gold standard."

"GSD R14 to be exact."

Urban Arrow

4.5

(30)

"Urban Arrow would have space for both (and some to spare) and it’s set up well for baby seats."

"Urban Arrow and Benno Boost is an incredible combination."

"If you want to use cargo. There is no substitute for the UA cargo L, XL, or Tender."

"Urban Arrow, Tern GSD, and Trek Fetch+4 are all great options."

"Tern GSD or Urban Arrow"

"My vote is an Urban Arrow."

"Urban arrow is great and fits smaller riders."

"If you want a front loader, look at the Urban Arrow."

"If you can afford it, Urban Arrow is 100% the way to go."

"We've got an Urban Arrow and Tern HSD for carting around our 2.5 yo."

Yuba

4.3

(23)

"I would recommend checking out a Yuba Spicy Curry! It can easily carry 2 kids."

"I do this on my Yuba Kombi E5!"

"Yuba Mundo. It's an amazing bike. Will haul huge heavy loads. Very stable at all speeds."

"Yuba mundo."

"I ride the Yuba Mundo and am 6'3"/250#."

"I've been riding a Yuba Supermarche (now called supercargo) for 4 years now, since my daughter was 7 months old."

"I would look at the Yuba Fastrack."

"I got a Yuba Mundo for this."

"I ride a yuba mundo and think it could work for what you're describing."

"You could check out the Yuba Spicy Curry All Terrain."

Omnium

4.5

(20)

"I have had an Omnium Cargo for 8 years. Amazing bike that works great non electric."

"I bought an Omnium Cargo and have not been disappointed, it’s just great for that purpose."

"My omnium is my only bike and I probably use it for leisure riding more than actually hauling shit. It's great."

"Bikes like the Omnium (Cargo or Mini-Max) and Bullitt have been and still are amazing bikes even without e-assist."

"Omnium Cargo/Mini-Max."

"Depending on what you mean by 'experienced cyclist,' I think it's worth checking out the omnium."

"I have an Omnium Cargo with our child car seat strapped onto the rack platform."

"If you want the most fun as hell bike, get an Omnium Cargo bike."

"I'll add a second suggestion for the Omnium Cargo! They're relatively light for a cargo bike."

"How about omnium cargo? Your partner will definitely fit into the seat."

Surly

4.5

(12)

"Surly big easy with a monkey bar set up. It rides like a mountain bike, doesn’t feel as long as it is."

"I have a Big Dummy myself, but I think any cargo bike is great."

"Love my Surly Big Dummy. I’ve since electrified it with a Bafang BBSHD and it’s fantastic."

"Im a fan of two: big dummie by Surly and Edgerunner by Xtracycle."

"Surly big dummy. Comes in sizes, compatible with many xtracycle accessories, and can be found used semi often."

"I LOVE my Big Dummy."

"Your normal bike with a thule trailer, or a Surly Big Dummy."

"I ride a big dummy and it performs very good off road."

"Surly Skid Loader."

"Putting a vote in for Kona Ute and Surly Big Dummy."

Aventon

4.4

(11)

"Aventon Abound. You can mount panniers and child seat."

"2 words. Aventon Abound. It holds 140lbs easy on the back."

"This is exactly why we bought an Aventon Abound last year."

"We think our Abound is your best option! 440lbs payload, currently on sale, loads of power and room for your kiddo!"

"Aventon cargo bike"

"The aventon is a great budget option."

"I chose the Aventon Abound because of the dropper seat post."

"I'm 5 feet exactly and ride around with my kids in tow on the Aventon Abound."

"I am using an Aventon Abound to get around."

"Otherwise Aventon Abound."

Xtracycle

4.4

(10)

"I have ridden a non-electric xtracycle for years! Love it!"

"Xtracycle swoop gang checking in. Do it! Massive life upgrade."

"Check out the Xtracycle Stoker. They're veterans of the industry."

"I just got the xtracycle."

"Long tails, I would go with either a Xtracycle Swoop (which is on sale right now)."

"The Swoop has a step over of on 18"."

"We have a cargonode by xtracycle and tern and... My friend also used it with her kids a few times."

"Used xtracycle fits the brief."

"XtraCycle Swoop is $1000 off and includes $1000 in extra rider accessories."

"Brands like Tern, Yuba, Xtracycle, and Surly have mid-drive t"

Bullitt

4.6

(9)

"Iv owned a bullitt for twelve years and never wished it had a motor."

"Bullitt or omnium."

"I second the OG Bullitt, super light, very fun to ride empty or loaded."

"I've had my original Bullitt for 15 years. I've replaced bits and bobs here and there, but it's still going strong."

"Yeah, I electrified my Bullitt after 5 years but my stripped down Bullitt rips. Versatile cargo bike."

"The original Bullitt is great."

"Next to the classic Bullitt, I think these are interesting non electric bikes as well"

"I’m biased because I have a bullitt and have never ridden an omnium but I’d think a bullitt would be the better option here due to the lower center of gravity and larger capacity."

"My original Bullitt has a motor and it gives me so many problems in the short time I've had it I'm honestly thinking of going back to unassisted."

Riese & Muller

4.9

(8)

"I have an R&M Load 75. We have three kiddos and are on track to put about 1500 miles on it."

"Go try models. We're relatively short people and landed on the Riese & Muller Transporter 65."

"If you can afford it, get a full suspension cargo e-bike. It rides and handles great."

"Popular choices in this category include the Urban Arrow and Riese and Muller Load 60/75."

"R&M Load 75."

"I'd recommend something like the Riese & Muller Multitinker, which has a load capacity of 440 lbs."

"I absolutely think the Reise Muller Load 60 would be perfect for long distance touring."

"Check out Riese Muller multicharger."

#10

Larry vs Harry

4.4

(8)

"Take a look at the Bullitt from Larry vs Harry, which can be kitted out in a variety of ways depending on your cargo hauling needs."

"How has NO ONE mentioned the Larry vs Harry Bullitt? It is the best cargo bike and I love it."

"I use a Bullitt from Larry VS Harry. I ended up getting that after trialing other bikes, because it fits the same streets as any other bike."

"A Larry vs Harry Bullitt X could fit the bill."

"A key advantage and a key disadvantage of the Bullitt is the flexibility of the load space."

"The LvsH Bullitt is an excellent bike, but keep in mind that the cargo area is limited to 100kg load."

"Personally I would probably do a Larry vs Harry Bullitt."

"I was going to recommend a Bullitt with an alubox."

#11

Riese & Müller

4.9

(7)

"I have a Packster 70. It’s awesome!"

"I just sold my R&M Load 75 due to moving continent but I will buy one again. It's a fantastic bike."

"Riese Muller Packster 70 or Load 75. I have the Packster 70 automatic and I’ve pedaled various ages and weights."

"As for the brands, I would say Tern and Riese&Muller."

"Considering your use case, for front loaders, I would go with a Riese & Müller load 75."

"Have a look at the cargo bikes that Riese & Müller offer as they appear to be the best that money can buy."

"The Load 75 is a great bike but has a stated max cargo capacity of 65 kg in the front box."

#12

Madsen

4.7

(7)

"Madsen owner here, highly recommend for little kids."

"It is the best!! For your littlest ones I’d recommend adapting the belts to add a five point harness."

"I’m 5’3” and my husband is 6”, and we both ride my Madsen easily."

"Don’t buy bikes from Walmart. Period. Get a Madsen."

"I love my Madsen! 600lb (or 4 kids) capacity and is holding up great."

"Madsen is one of the more affordable options and can fit 4 kids."

"The Madsen has a total 600lb capacity and seat belts for 4."

#13

Lectric

4.7

(7)

"I use the Lectric Xpedition for biking around with my partner."

"The bike exceeds our expectations and I think it was a great value."

"It's a beast.. Got the dual battery option for 1699.. Came with panniers.. Orbital.. Mirrors..lock.. It will definitely get your grocery tasks accomplished."

"Works great for grocery and errands around town."

"Lectric EXpedition can support up to 450 lbs and has lots of accessories for kids and hauling."

"Quick rundown of bikes I considered: Lectric Expedition - pros: very cheap."

"Lectric xpedition, very budget friendly with a duel battery option."

#14

Benno

4.7

(7)

"I use a Benno Boost with a dog trailer. Works great for my German Shepherd."

"Recently bought a Benno Boost... Highly recommend!"

"I bought a Benno Remi Demi last year and I love it."

"I really like the benno Remidemi I’m riding now."

"I have a Benno Boost (long tail cargo) and love it."

"I would recommend Benno Boost."

"For one kid, the benno remidemi is super fun, and a front rack adds a lot of space."

#15

Specialized

4.3

(7)

"Specialized Globe Haul! I’d say the ST for deliveries."

"You might like the Specialized Globe Haul LT even more!"

"Check out the Specialized Haul. It has configurations to haul a passenger."

"Specialized Globe Haul ST or LT."

"Check out the Specialized Global Haul."

"Specialized Globe Haul ST here with 20” wheels and 3.5” tires."

"Specialized Globe Haul ST."

#16

Bike Friday

3.7

(7)

"Another vote for a BikeFriday option. The Hauladay is slightly longer than the Ever-E-Day and maybe a little more beefy too."

"Bike Friday Haul-a-day can be adjusted to both of your heights."

"Check out Bike Friday."

"Bike Friday Haul-A-Day. Or a Burley Travoy trailer. Or both!"

"Bike Friday Haul-a-Day with the e- option."

"Bike Friday Haul-a-day."

"I would NOT recommend the Hauladay for your use case."

#17

Muli

4.2

(6)

"Muli is the only right answer!"

"Muli is at the top of our list."

"If you’re in Europe, check out the Muli or Yoonit."

"Muli Muskel"

"I decided on a front loader as I also prefer when the kid sits upfront."

"I have the Muli Muskel: (non-e-bike). Its a great bike, although quite heavy."

#18

Load 75

4.8

(5)

"I have a Load75 and use it every day to take my children to school."

"Last year around June, I was sold on the Multitinker. Loved the bike and had a great test ride."

"If you do have the space and resource to get the load 75, go for it."

"Depending on your price flexibility, get a Load 75. There are options to mount a car seat."

"I have a Load 75, and it sounds like it could do what you’re looking for."

#19

Globe

4.6

(5)

"We’ll be picking an LT up soon."

"The Globe Haul LT is a solid option for transporting kids."

"If I was buying a long tail today to transport my kids I’d get the globe."

"Globe Haul LT."

"Globe Haul LT with Hamax Observer in front."

#20

Bakfiets

4.0

(5)

"Why are you not considering bakfiets (to me vastly superior in handling and kid enjoyment)?"

"Look for something used - we bought our Bakfiets for $1500 from someone who's kids had outgrown it."

"You can find much cheaper (non-Babboe) cargo bikes at this site."

"In my opinion, the safest way to carry precious cargo is with a bakfiet style bike."

"Bakfiets does look interesting."

#21

4.3

(3)

"R&M Packster has three seats in the front."

"The two Transporter models are the spiritual successors to those two Packster models."

"Some other bikes you can consider tossing into the mix are: R&M Packster 60, R&M Packster 80."

#25

WorkCycles

4.5

(2)

"Workcycles Fr8 or Kr8 are both great as a heavy duty utility bike."

"Work cycles FR-8"

#26

Mongoose

4.0

4.0

(1)

"I think you can get by with a GSD longtail."

#39

Radio Flyer

3.0

(1)

"I think it looked interesting."

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