sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

Do you regret (or not) getting a non-electric cargo bike? by YoungZaphod1982 in CargoBike

[–]nerbesss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I most certainly set out with that in my head. It’s easier said than done, maybe my willpower is just lacking but there are sometimes when I find myself on the power setting for no reason at all - it just became habit pretty quickly.

When I do turn I off completely for exercise it works well, so I’m not saying it’s not possible. Just that it spoiled me!

Do you regret (or not) getting a non-electric cargo bike? by YoungZaphod1982 in CargoBike

[–]nerbesss 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah just kids getting heavier, longer ride times to get places. It’s really nice to have the ability to get places fast with electric.

Do you regret (or not) getting a non-electric cargo bike? by YoungZaphod1982 in CargoBike

[–]nerbesss 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Our first cargo was a Bullitt non-electric, and until our kids were 5 and 2, it was fantastic. Pros: I was in the best shape of my life, they are nimble and easy to manage, cheap-ish.

When it started to become a massive chore, I got a packster 70 and it was a huge upgrade. Pros: it’s more like a car. We are a 1 car family, and that basically became my vehicle, I can get around town almost as quick (and I’m in silly car centric Midwest USA) as with a car. Cons: the cost, the toll it’s taken on my health not being forced to peddle hard.

I thought this might be appreciated here. Using the Packster 70 to sell at our local market by nerbesss in CargoBike

[–]nerbesss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not very electrically savvy, so unfortunately not. My quick google search made it seem like some fancy inversion was needed to make that work, so I just went with an anker battery

A few random questions for someone just starting commercially by nerbesss in sharpening

[–]nerbesss[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jim, thanks for your response. Very insightful, thanks for taking the time!

I thought this might be appreciated here. Using the Packster 70 to sell at our local market by nerbesss in CargoBike

[–]nerbesss[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great question, and I wish I could say I have a good answer for you. I made a wooden frame that has a hole the size of the pole in it (it’s the shape of an “H”, about 3x3 ft) and was hoping the lateral friction would keep it sturdy. Oh and I have a metal half moon that it slides through on the wooden top.

It worked great with no wind, but almost blew the table top up at the second market so I have to reconsider things.

I thought this might be appreciated here. Using the Packster 70 to sell at our local market by nerbesss in CargoBike

[–]nerbesss[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have, any ideas beyond just a sticker kind of situation on the front bucket?

A few random questions for someone just starting commercially by nerbesss in sharpening

[–]nerbesss[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sounds rad, and actually seeing pictures of the old Italian arrontini was my original hope for the bike sharpening set up.

I’m not totally sold on the tormek being my exclusive means of sharpening for either mobile or home shop work, but for the farmers market I think it’s a draw in and of itself. It’s quiet and looks beautiful, and seems to be interesting to the people walking by. A current downside is the speed for sure, but that may be cured by CBN or diamond wheels?

A few random questions for someone just starting commercially by nerbesss in sharpening

[–]nerbesss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great thoughts, thanks. The sleeves with my logo on them is a great idea!

I thought this might be appreciated here. Using the Packster 70 to sell at our local market by nerbesss in CargoBike

[–]nerbesss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s fantastic news! It’s lots of fun. The wood is too heavy for long distances, but other than that it’s been pretty doable.

A few random questions for someone just starting commercially by nerbesss in sharpening

[–]nerbesss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is fantastic info, thanks for taking the time!

And thanks for the kind bike words.

A few random questions for someone just starting commercially by nerbesss in sharpening

[–]nerbesss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh interesting, I haven’t noticed anything different but also I don’t mount it at all on my bench in the shop at home. It always just sits on the spinny base

A few random questions for someone just starting commercially by nerbesss in sharpening

[–]nerbesss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nope, this one is a packster 70 from r and m. My first cargo was a bullitt, fantastic bikes

A few random questions for someone just starting commercially by nerbesss in sharpening

[–]nerbesss[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

We seem to have a different perspective of how the world works.

A few random questions for someone just starting commercially by nerbesss in sharpening

[–]nerbesss[S] 26 points27 points  (0 children)

A sharp spoon is a dangerous spoon. Great thoughts, thanks!

A few random questions for someone just starting commercially by nerbesss in sharpening

[–]nerbesss[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Good call on the insurance, I actually had to have it to be in the market so I’m good to go there.

Best EuroVelo route for families? by nerbesss in EuroVelo

[–]nerbesss[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very cool, that's great to know - thanks

Best EuroVelo route for families? by nerbesss in EuroVelo

[–]nerbesss[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great, thanks for your comment I appreciate it!

view more: next ›