One year ago Simon bought himself an electric cargo bike with space at the front and back to store shopping AND his own two kids! 863km later, he shares what he's learned. Are they practical? What are the benefits? And what are the downsides? It's time to find out!

0:00 - Intro
0:35 - Bike vs walking and driving
1:40 - Price
2:56 - Parking
4:06 - Weather
5:01 - Traffic
5:32 - Types of cargo bikes
6:57 - Safety
8:52 - Downsides

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