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Entries from April 2008

Xtracycle: Bike Extender

April 29th, 2008 · No Comments

The Xtracycle is a 15-inch bike extender with dual racks. It turns standard bikes into practical transportation devices, capable of carrying sizable loads. (more…)

Tags: Bike Trailers · Cargo Bicycles


New Commuter Bike By Kona

April 29th, 2008 · No Comments

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This is a new bike from Kona, called the Ute, to be released in 2008. With a cargo rack as part of its design, it will be one of the few bikes designed with the commuter in mind. The bike also comes with two grocery-style pannier bags that include a raincover. You can also opt to get a four bag version. The plastic deck on the rear is machined from 100% post consumer recycled material. The design is similar to the Xtracycle bike extender. Via Bike Hugger

Tags: Commuter Bicycles


Efficient Cargo Bike: The Bilenky

April 29th, 2008 · No Comments

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Russ Roca has posted a great review of the Bilenky cargo bike on his Bike Commuters site. After 300 miles of test riding, he says the Bilenky is better than the Xtracycle or LongJohn cargo bikes.

Tags: Cargo Bicycles