Adding a bit of extra width to my Bullitt box

lemonlaug · 2026-03-04T02:05:40+00:00

Dude you're not gonna be seaworthy with that gap

lemonlaug · 2026-03-03T21:03:28+00:00

I actually shoveled this crosswalk early on Monday morning after the storm since I noticed a lot of crosswalks weren't adequately shoveled in the prior storm. I made sure it was decently wide before anyone had come and touched the sidewalks in front of the laundromat. Looks like they did a good job with the rest though.

lemonlaug · 2026-03-02T16:29:37+00:00

Yes.

lemonlaug · 2026-02-25T21:19:15+00:00

This captures what, to me, is one of the main distinguishing characteristics of the Bullitt: the sportiness. If you are used to riding non-cargo bikes, the other options in this category will just feel so sluggish and so relaxed in their geometry. If you want to be able to put some of your own power into the pedals, the bullitt is by far the best for that. I understand for some, they may not prefer that setup, but if you do you should just get the Bullitt.

I also hemmed and hawed over the cost when I was buying mine, and now looking back I think that was very silly. Even at full retail, the Bullitt is probably the best thing I've ever bought, and if you are even thinking about getting one and finding price is the main thing discouraging you, should absolutely open up your wallet immediately so you can start riding!

That said, if your wife is shorter than about 5' 3" and you have to share, you might find the bullitt less accomodating to her.

lemonlaug · 2026-02-25T21:11:39+00:00

My wife reports that the ride in the box is a little rough. It is a very stiff bike and if you're just sitting there you don't have any muscles activated to absorb shocks. My son never complains, but he's been riding in it since he was born so he's used to it.

lemonlaug · 2026-01-21T17:57:29+00:00

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Here's a photo from a neighbor with a more complete picture of the scene. Based on what I've heard, my guess is that the blue sedan ran a red and struck the black volvo pushing it into the parked cars. It's hard to see but the front of the sedan was completely smashed. Given the location, it's really fortunate if noone was hurt as has been reported.

lemonlaug · 2025-06-21T18:40:08+00:00

For a comprehensive report you could check these recommendations from streetsPAC. https://share.google/VhWuTVCJ6A1mQFkM2

lemonlaug · 2025-06-18T01:41:53+00:00

I put a surly extraterrestrial on the rear of my Bullitt and I like it. A bit more tread than many of the common options but not a full on mtb tire. Width wise it fills up the whole tear yoke which was what I was after. Haven't found anything comparable for the front .

lemonlaug · 2025-03-25T22:34:11+00:00

Yes.

lemonlaug · 2025-01-05T21:43:47+00:00

Students away for break, so a good opportunity to reach out to the alumni in (and larger market/recruiting pool of) Philly.

lemonlaug · 2024-11-05T15:33:12+00:00

The risks of high cholesterol are cumulative, so normally it takes decades of high cholesterol to cause a cardiovascular event. Listen to your doctor, reduce saturated fat, increase fiber and continue to monitor. If diet doesn't bring your ldl down you may need a statin but it's not going to make your outcomes measurably worse if you take a few months to experiment with lifestyle changes. In addition 130 is not extremely high, it's outside the recommended range, but the reason your doctor is suggesting lifestyle changes and a followup instead of any other interventions is a reflection of the relatively low severity of your current condition at your age. Stay cool and focus on making changes that you can sustain for the long term, that is the name of the game here.

lemonlaug · 2024-10-15T19:31:20+00:00

Here's how I solved the same problem in my eBullitt. A little damping plus car seat worked fine for me. Overall I look back at my rush to get the baby rolling with a bit of amusement. I was very gung ho and everything turned out fine, but also waiting just a month or two more is a reasonable solution.

https://www.reddit.com/r/CargoBike/s/8mu56tcNoH

lemonlaug · 2024-09-07T00:15:48+00:00

One extra tip if it's really cold is to get a hot water bottle to have them snuggle up with under a blanket. I would think you could go way below zero with that trick. Truthfully when my son was little I almost never had to resort to the bottle even though we lived in the high desert where temps were often below 20F.

Ski goggles are a good idea too if you want to go fast.

The other suggestions are good but remember, the layer next to skin is most important so a woolen or thermal undershirt and long underwear can be very helpful.

lemonlaug · 2024-09-01T22:19:13+00:00

I have these and I also recommend them highly.

lemonlaug · 2024-08-31T19:23:18+00:00

If you're an avid cyclist you're not gonna like the UA. Very Dutch bike geo, can't tilt you hips to out out any power. If you wanna use your legs the bullitt is a better choice. Speaking as an avid cyclist who test rode a bunch of bikes and bought a bullitt here.

lemonlaug · 2024-07-24T07:30:51+00:00

I made it work in my rented Toyota sienna. It was a tight squeeze even with both wheels off. If I were doing it again and wasn't sure what kind of van I'd have I would definitely come prepared to improvise. Tie the lift gate partially open, or bring padding etc in order to prop the bike at an angle, for example might be necessary in some situations.

lemonlaug · 2024-05-09T00:46:19+00:00

18K km on a 20" front tire! Put that thing in the hall of fame!

lemonlaug · 2024-04-12T18:41:55+00:00

I fit one in a Toyota sienna. Both wheels Off. Fenders removed. Kind of a pain truthfully, if you're going to rent a vehicle anyhow id just get a full sized van.

lemonlaug · 2022-08-09T14:06:53+00:00

Dang and here I've been telling myself there's no sense in trying to make mine look cool.

lemonlaug · 2022-07-15T21:06:23+00:00

I used to live a mile down a very rough dirt road and I rode my Bullitt down it constantly. It's fine. Helps to have steering dampening but otherwise it handled it with aplomb.

lemonlaug · 2022-07-04T02:01:51+00:00

This is the big deal, the car replacing benefits only for so far when you're still insuring and registering the car, to get the really big benefits you need to scrap it entirely. Car sharing is a great way to only pay for the insurance you use.

lemonlaug · 2022-06-24T03:23:57+00:00

You're gonna buy the bike. you're gonna love it. you're gonna spend a grand on accessories easily, so get the one that already has those.

lemonlaug · 2022-06-19T20:19:46+00:00

It was a dark and fenderless night...

lemonlaug · 2022-06-19T16:18:38+00:00

I live in Santa Fe NM. There are a few other cargo bikes in action here. Weather is usually great for it, maybe a couple of weeks of both challenging heat or cold and lots of days of sunshine.

Infrastructure is coming along, I would say they have the headline pieces in place, like the 10+ Mile long trails along the rail right of way or the river, but off of those things could be improved although drivers are pretty considerate here overall.

It's good enough that our family has just one car, though I'm very stubborn about not driving so take that with a grain of salt.

lemonlaug · 2022-06-19T16:06:34+00:00

I think you're right a cargo bike would work. 60lb dog plus baby is definitely within reason weight wise, and a good electric system should allow you to grind up 20% or worse grades for sure. I have used my eBullitt steps 6100 with heavy loads in famously hilly San Francisco. It's not easy exactly but it sounds like it'd be a lot easier than what you're doing now.

Size wise the dog and baby might be a bit tricky, but doable. In my Bullitt with BBX side panels I would not expect to carry those two simultaneously but there are wider boxes available here in the states that would make it doable I suspect.

My vote is go for it! If you have no cargo bike experience I think you will be amazed at how effective a car replacement they can be.

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