Kona e-Ute — Dave


“Wanted a long tail for a more conventional riding style but also with larger wheels.

How many years have you been riding a cargo bike?

“3-5 years”

Do you have any children and if so how old are they?

“14 months”

What other cargo do you use the bike for? Work? Shopping? Pets? Anything else?

“Shopping, work stuff, Cub Scout equipment, towing a mower on a trailer, delivering programme resources to cubs and guides during the lockdown.”

What would you say are the main uses for your cargo bike? (e.g. “school run”, “commuting”, “deliveries”, “leisure”)?

“Commuting”

Has the cargo bike you chose worked out for you?

“Yes”

Would you make a different decision about which cargo bike to buy / whether to buy one now?

“Yes, would probably get a Tern now. More bikes available now in different styles to when I bought mine over 4 years ago.”

Would you say having a cargo bike has changed your life? If so, how?

“The e assist makes it easier to not need my car.”

Is there anything wish you’d known before you acquired the cargo bike you have?

“How addictive they are.”

Do you have any other comments about riding a cargo bike in Stroud?

“Less traffic and wider trails would be nice.”