Have to hold back a bit else i would have a hard time carrying those back. Maybe i should get a cargo bike or something 😅

  • @sugar_in_your_tea
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    122 days ago

    Nice! That’s a lot of accessories you’ve got there, it’s definitely a work bike and not a recreation bike.

    You don’t need a cargo bike (those are expensive), consider a kid’s bike trailer. They typically carry around 100lbs (45kgs?), which is plenty for larger trips (I’ve done some Costco runs w/ my bike trailer).

    • @arandomthought
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      52 days ago

      We have a bike trailer that has a little “trunk” area. I say “little”, but damn, you can put a lot of stuff in there!

    • @[email protected]
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      21 day ago

      You don’t need a cargo bike (those are expensive), consider a kid’s bike trailer. They typically carry around 100lbs (45kgs?), which is plenty for larger trips (I’ve done some Costco runs w/ my bike trailer).

      My errand getter is a steel 90s MTB. Front and rear racks + a few trailer options. I’ve been easily able to haul over 120lbs.

      My favourite trailer, and one that I could recommend to pretty much anyone, is the burley travoy. So many benefits with the only con being it’s price (especially with the extra accessories). Well, well worth it, IMO.

      • @sugar_in_your_tea
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        14 hours ago

        Yeah, if you’re regularly doing heavy loads, getting a purpose-built trailer is a good idea. But if you’re just getting groceries, you can probably get a kids trailer used for <$100.

    • Annoyed_🦀 OP
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      Thanks! Yeah it’s a bit cluttered but it’s a utility bike for me to run errands on weekend, can’t really do without any of that stuff.

      Where i from, i can’t find a bike trailer nor cargo bike as there’s virtually no demand here, cycling culture is terrible in Malaysia.

      • @sugar_in_your_tea
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        41 day ago

        Looks like Thule services Malaysia, and I would be surprised if they’re the only one. Find one for two kids, they’ll have higher weight limits and be big enough for larger runs.

        I use one from Trek, and I’ve carried:

        • car batteries
        • sacks of rice (like 20 kg)
        • bulk toilet paper
        • my kid’s bike (SO picked them up w/ car, and I dropped by in the bike to get their bike)

        It’s nothing special, just a kid trailer and some creativity.

        • Annoyed_🦀 OP
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          1 day ago

          Couldn’t find the outlet that sells it, but found some no name brand one online and… Yeah it’s not exactly cheap either :/

          Guess i’ll stick to this one for a bit longer

          Edit: nvm, found some cheaper one after some further digging

          • @sugar_in_your_tea
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            14 hours ago

            Check local classifieds. Even if your area isn’t big into cycling, surely someone likes taking their kids on bike rides at a local park or whatever.