ISSUE: BIKE THEFT

Dublin bicycle users warned: “Spend on a bike lock” or “pay the price”

The Bike Theft Working Group advises the following:

• Use U-locks with the Sold Secure accreditation, silver or gold standard
• Lock your bike at home – more bikes are being stolen from gardens and sheds
• Record your serial number and take a selfie/photo of you with bike
• Don’t buy a bike you think might have been stolen – ask for a receipt
• Always report a stolen bike and give the serial number and photo to gardai
• You can report theft up to value of €500 online at garda.ie

NEW WAY OF FIXING THE LOOKS OF YOUR RIDE

Fix Your Bike is an adhesive graphics kit designed by tagmi to customize your bike. With dozens of graphic patterns to choose from, there is something to satisfy every personality and mood.
Each kit contains 7 custom designed graphic pieces printed on a special film. Much more than a simple sticker, this material withstands water, UV rays and abrasions and can last up to 5 years and made in Italy.
Using only a ruler and utility knife, anyone can follow tagmi’s simple instructions to apply the graphic adhesive.
To apply a different Fix Your Bike kit or to return the bike to its original appearance, the removal process is easy, requires only a hair dryer and leaves no damage or residue.
Each season the existing collection, will be replaced and supplemented by a variety of new graphic designs.

Designs include

Camouflage Classic Eco Game Geometric Materials Minimal Monochrome Paper > Here are just some examples of the designs:

Kit comes in two sizes depending on your frame dimensions

RSP is €49 - €59 depending on size of the kit.

AVAILABLE NOW ON SPECIAL ORDER, CONTACT US VIA FORM. 

Note: Price does not include fitting, depends on scope of the project.

Source: fixyourbike.it vimeo.com

REVOLUTIONARY SAFETY PRODUCT

HOW IT WORKS

Hövding is the world's first airbag for cyclists and is the result of intensive research since 2005. Through advanced sensors, Hövding can sense the cyclist's movement patterns and will react in case of an accident. The unique airbag will then inflate, fixate your neck and provide the world's best shock absorption.

Film made by Hövding, april 2014. Short film about why cycle helmets are far from as safe as we think they are, highlighting the gap between traditional cycle helmets and a new, radically different alternative: An airbag for cyclists.

THE AIRBAG SYSTEM

The airbag is designed like a hood and made in an ultra-strong nylon fabric that won't rip when scraped against the ground. Hövding protects nearly all of the head, while leaving the field of vision open.

The inflated airbag covers a much larger area than a traditional cycle helmet and is designed according to current accident statistics. The protection is greatest where it is needed most and the airbag provides extremely soft and gentle shock absorption. The pressure remains constant for several seconds, making it able to withstand multiple head impacts during the same accident. After that the airbag slowly starts to deflate.

The gas inflator that inflates the airbag is placed in a holder in the collar on the cyclist's back. Hövding's gas inflator is a so called cold gas inflator that uses helium.

SENSORS AND ALGORITHM

How Hövding tells the difference between biking and accidents:

Thousands of cycling accidents were re-enacted using stunt riders and crash-test dummies to collect the specific movement patterns of cyclists in accidents. In parallel, an equal amount of normal cycling data has been collected using test cyclists wearing Hövding in everyday cycling. Based on this collected data, we have developed an algorithm that can distinguish normal cycling from accidents.

Normal cycling means all the situations and movements that usually happen in a cycling context, bending down to pick up keys, etc.

In the highly unusual category of cycling accident where no measurable movement appears within the cyclist, i.e. if an object falls from above straight down on the cyclist's head, Hövding will not react.

ON/OFF

To put on your Hövding, place it around your neck and pull the zip up under your chin. The zip needs to be completely closed for the collar to work correctly. There is an on/off switch on the zip tag that activates Hövding when it's attached to the right-hand side of the collar. Similarly, Hövding is turned off when you unclip the on/off button.

At the front of the collar there are LEDs showing the battery level and whether Hövding is on or off. On/off is also indicated by a sound signal.

CHARGING HÖVDING

Hövding's battery is easily charged through a computer using the USB cable included, when LEDs and a sound indicate that the battery is low (after about 9 hours of cycling).

You can also charge your Hövding using an ordinary mobile phone charger with a micro USB connector.

COLLAR & SHELL

The collar is made of waterproof functional fabric that provides the best possible protection for the built-in airbag system. The collar isn't washable but is protected from wear, sweat and dirt by the surrounding fabric shell. Any marks on the collar can be rubbed off carefully with a damp cloth.

The collar is ergonomically designed with even weight distribution across the shoulders. It is slightly heavier at the back than at the front so that when cycling the weight is resting on your back.

The main purpose of the enclosing shell is to make it possible for you to change the appearance of your Hövding. The shell is easy to remove and wash, or change for a different one to match your outfit.

AFTER AN ACCIDENT

If your Hövding has been deployed we would like you to contact us.

Inside the collar there is a black box that records 10 seconds of data on the cyclist's movement patterns from an accident. In some cases the data from an accident is interesting and valuable to us in our on-going development work.

Some insurance companies cover part of the expense of a new Hövding after you have had an accident. Contact your insurance company to hear how they handle your case.

CE

Hövding is CE marked after undergoing an extensive process for approval by SP Technical Research Institute of Sweden. CE marking is required for a cycle helmet to be able to be sold in Europe and certifies that the helmet complies with the requirements laid down in the EU Directive for personal protection equipment.

All types of helmets have to provide protection for the head in the form of shock absorption and force distribution in an accident. Complete protection in the event of an accident and functioning during normal use are basic criteria for CE marking. The helmet must also be designed so as to cause no unnecessary risks, i.e. there must be no sharp edges, etc. which could injure the wearer. The environmental tolerance criteria for helmets dictate that they must be able to withstand moisture and work in heat and cold and when subjected to the sun's ultraviolet light.

AVAILABLE NOW ON SPECIAL ORDER, CONTACT US VIA FORM.

€299 for first Hovding 2.0. €135 for replacement after accident. €30-€50 for Designer shells. 

Source: hovding.com

HipLok Chic & Gold Security For Your Bike

Hiplok - Designed for Riding. Built for Security

At Hiplok, protecting the enjoyment of your ride is what matters most. Their locks are designed for maximum portability while offering the best security possible for purpose.

British industrial designers and cycling enthusiasts, Ben Smith and John Abrahams, founded Hiplok in 2011, and set out to change the way people think about and use bicycle security for the better

Before Hiplok, a lock had to be attached to your bike or put in a bag.  The frustration of how to prevent damage to your bike, use of an unsightly bracket or creating an unstable load led to the inspiration for their first award winning product – a wearable bike lock that attaches to the rider not the bike

Fast forward to the present day and Hiplok have stayed true to the original mission, designing and building a complete line-up of security products to protect every cyclist.

HIPLOK RANGE SOON AVAILABLE AT OUR SHOP

Sold Secure - The Test House of Choice for Security Products

All Hiploks are designed and tested in their UK development facility by a dedicated team, who ride their bikes and use their locks every day. Hiplok work closely with experts in the field and independent security accreditation houses around the world, whilst their product development process focuses on tough real world security testing using the very latest equipment. Such stringent in-house testing and vigorous development processes result in quality, which riders around the world can trust in. All Hiplok chain and D-locks are tested and accredited by independent security testing house Sold Secure. Find out more about Sold Secure lock ratings, including information on real world attack tests VISIT SOLD SECURE WEBSITE.

LEAP Card vs Bicycle

The Commute

Average commute by Luas, Bus or Rail + walk can take anything between 30 min to 1,5 hour. Plus added danger of strikes, accidents, road closures, heavy traffic.

The vast bulk of people in Dublin City, Co Dublin and even the Greater Dublin Area live in easy to cycle distances and most people live in and around the M50.

Cycling To Work

The average cycling speed in Dublin is around 14km/h. Some people go slower and some go much faster, but using this speed as a guide, a trip of 5 km would only take around 20 mins, 7 km would only take 30 mins, and a trip of 10 km would only take a little over 40 mins + unlocking and locking of your bike time of 10 min for both sides of journey.

Average commute by bicycle can take anything between 15 min to 1 hour. With added health benefit. No traffic. No strikes. Very little chance of accidents or road closures affecting your commute.

The Weather

Rain Or Shine, both types of commute can be dreadful in rain, but with proper clothes you leave your house depending on weather anyway. Simple rain proof jacket or coat can make the difference between sitting in traffic in bus or cycling off to/from work on time.

Added benefit is that cycling heats your body much more than sitting in public transport, that means you wont need all the winter clothes on while cycling.

The Equipment

Bus, Luas, Rail? Yuck.

Bicycle maintenance issues can be solved by using integrated gears for hilly commute or single gear for shorter faster commutes and no puncture Tannus Solid Tyres. With a bicycle equipped this way you can enjoy the ride and not worry about it, no stress, just freedom, efficiency.

Other good bits are proper LED Lights keeping you illuminated and visible. Rain guards keeping the road dirt and water away from your legs. And bell making your presence known.

The Cost

We will compare capped prices, usually, commuter will use public transport at least 5 days out of a week.

Leap Card Caps your travel credit spend, so once you hit an applicable cap you can travel for free on those services for the rest of day or week. Most people will reach this in 3-4 days out of 7.

So your average weekly commute is costing you:

Adult between €23.5 - €40

Student between €18 - €30

Annual cost comparison Public Transport VS Bicycle

New Urban/City Commuting Bicycle can cost you anything between €300 to €1000 depending on your budget.

For example a dlb Single Speed/Fixie is about €350 plus Helmet, Lights, Lock and Rain-Guards maybe a Rain Jacket and Tannus Tyres which can come at anything between €50 to €250 depending on your needs. Total of €600 which you can pay over by Cycle To Work scheme with your employer or by instalments If you are a student with dlb cycles.

Annual cost comparison Public Transport VS Bicycle:

Adult between €1128 <> €1920 vs €600

Student between €864 <> €1440 vs €600

And bicycle with proper maintenance and good lock will last for years in your possession. So the savings will just pile up! Go Ride!

go FASTER. get FITTER. be GREENER.

Source: NTA, dlbcycles.ie

 

Cycle to work scheme: your questions answered

ONE WAY TO  help get yourself fitter is to get pumping those legs on a bike to and from work. The Cycle to Work scheme was implemented by the government a couple of years ago, and has benefits for both employers and employees.

If you’re an employer looking to avail of the scheme but are still a bit baffled as to how it works in your favor, we’ve answered some of the basics for you.

Q: How does the cycle to work scheme benefit me? 

A: Well, firstly it might help you get fit. Secondly, it will aid the environment if you’re ditching the car for your commute and cycling instead. Thirdly, it will save you a few quid if you are looking to buy a bike to aid you on your journey to and from work.

Q: How is my employer involved in all of this? 

A: You choose the bike and the necessary safety equipment to go with it, and your employer picks up the tab. Obviously, you’ll need to tell your employer you wish to engage in the scheme first. It may be at your employers discretion where you purchase your bike, and the price range available.

Q: And how do I pay for it then? 

A: You then enter into something called a ‘salary sacrifice’. This means you’ll pay back the cost of the bike over a time that’s no more than twelve months. Each repayment will be deducted from your gross pay (ie, before tax, PRSI, Universal Social Charge etc).

Q: Do I actually save money on the bike by getting it this way? 

A: Good news, yes you do.

Q: OK, cool. How much can I save then?

A: Well, that all depends on how much you earn each year before tax, and how much the bike etc costs. The good folk at Bike To Work have provided a handy calculator to help you work it out here. But you can save anywhere between 31% and 52% on the cost of the bike.

Q: So, I can get as many bikes as I like through this, once I’m able to pay for them each week/month? 

A: Nope, afraid not. As an employee, you can only avail of the scheme once every five years.

Q: OK, but is there a limit to how much I can spend on the bike? 

A: Technically, no. But only the first €1,000 will be exempted from income tax

Q: Do I have to use the bike to travel to and from work? 

A: The bike must be used for part or the full journey to and from work. There’s no obligation on your employer to check how you’re using the bike. But, they should ask you for a signed statement that only you will be using the bike and that it will be used to travel to and from work.

Q: Can I use the scheme to buy a second hand bicycle? 

A: No, the scheme only applies to new bikes and new safety equipment

Q: And what safety equipment is covered by all of this? 

A: Cycle helmets, bells and bulb horns, lights and dynamo packs, mirrors, mudguards, cycle clips and dress guards, luggage carriers, panniers and straps to help carry luggage, locks and chains, pumps, puncture repair kits, cycle tool kits and tyre sealant, reflective clothing, front reflectors and spoke reflectors, Tannus Tyres.

Q: No spokey dokeys? 

A: No, sadly not.

Q: Is there a site to get the full details on the scheme? 

A: Yeah, Bike To Work seems to be the place to go. But don't forget it's on your employer to be willing to support the scheme. There is no need to be registered with Bike To Work Ltd. Talk to us through our contact form or via info@dlbcycles.ie to get the best deal!

Source: the42.ie

Chill Single Speed in Dublin

Rugged, BMX style bars and forks, fast and reliable every damn day! FIXIE and Single Speed, Promax Brakes, Pedal Straps, Kenda 32c Tyres, Tannus 23c/28c Tyres (Optional). From €499

Posted by Dlb cycles Ltd on Thursday, 2 July 2015

The 2015 Irish Cargo Bike Championships

THANK YOU Dublin Cycling Campaign, The Dutch Bike Shop, Greenaer, for creating Irish Cargo Bike Championships It was a...

Posted by Dlb cycles Ltd on Sunday, 21 June 2015

Tannus Tyres VS Continental Gatorskin

So what happens when you put side by side the one of best selling puncture proof road tyres in Ireland/UK and Tannus Tyre?

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First Question Everyone asks is weight. How heavy they are?

But first lets see what you need to take into consideration as 'weight':

Gatorskins 700 x23 come in two formats of bead: folding and wire, 220g resp. 290g each, let's go with the wire ones (pain in the ass to put on and off)

• Then you need a Rim Tape, 22g each
• Also a tube like Conti Race, 105g each
• Pump Lezyne P Drive mini, 90g
• Spare tubes of course, 105g each
• Tools, can't forget them! Weldite Cure-C-Cure kit for example, 41g
• And at least a saddle bag like a Topeak Aero Wedge, 100g

Lets round that up, 2 Tyres, 4 Tubes, 2 Rim Tapes, Pump, Tools, Bag = 1275g

VS

Tannus Tyres 700 x23 come only in one variant, and many many colors. Weighs at 380g each.

• no Rim Tape, nope don't need it
• Tubes? Nope. We go solid.
• Pump? Nah. No air guys.
• Spares? What? 
• Tools? Ehm. Sell them.
• Bag? Well put the snacks there, 100g

Lets round that up, 2 Tyres and a bag = 860g

Weight? Nearly half a kilo savings. Yes lightweight. Very light.

Tannus ONE vs Conti ZERO

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What about Rolling Resistance, Bounce and Pressure?

Imagine riding your Contis at 100psi at all times! The performance on top of the scales all the time! Perfect balance of rolling resistance and bounce. How long does it last? Till you get a puncture? No. The moment you take the pump off the valve you loose up to 5psi. Next day you lost another 5psi through the walls of your tubes after riding for few hours. This continues constantly and next Saturday Morning on your training day If you don't blow em up again you are riding on some 75-85psi at best. You might feel its fine, it's comfortable, it's fast. No. You are just letting your Contis do just half the job they were made for. 

VS

Tannus Tyres stay solid 100psi equivalent all of their guaranteed lifetime! 100% of the time you are riding at peak performance.  No compromise. They roll exactly like your Contis, Bounce the same at same air pressure as 100psi.

Its a draw. Same performance and road feel.

Tannus TWO vs Conti ONE 

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Grip, what about grip in wet? Am I safe?

Gatorskin Tyres are great on contact with wet road, in rain and in dry. But what If you get a blow out at high speed? Where will that take you?

VS

In comparison Tannus Tyres are the only Tyres in WORLD safety certified by TÜV Rheinland (Germany). That not only means they are completely safe regarding to punctures but also to grip capabilities in wet and dry as any other proper Tyres.

Amazing Grip and Certified Safety. Tannus Wins.

Tannus THREE vs Conti ONE

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Are they expensive? What about the price?

Continental Gatorskin 700 x23 with wire bead and all of the needed components for surviving the puncture and daily life with pneumatic tyres. Will cost you:  

• Conti Gatorskin 700 x23, Wire Bead, 290g, €35.49 x2
• Schwalbe Rim Tape, 22g, €2.99 x2
• Conti Race Tubes, 105g, €5.49 x2
• Pump Lezyne P Drive mini, 90g, €35.49
• Spare tubes of course, 105g, €5.49 x2
• Tools, Weldite Cure-C-Cure kit, 41g, €7.49
• Topeak Aero Wedge, 100g, €15.49

Total of €157.39 at best on-line prices like of Chainreactioncycles.com or best concrete retail prices around €224.91. Large sums indeed.

Not accounting for mounting at a shop and ALL the hassle changing flats will bring over their lifetime, which for average rider is about a year worth of riding.

VS

Tannus Tyres 700 x23 in any of the many colors cost €139.00 for a set. Always. Everywhere. Not accounting for mounting at a shop. They also are guaranteed for 10000 km on thread wear and FLAT FREE forever!

Tannus FOUR vs Conti ONE

4 reasons why go for Tannus Tyres. If your shop doesn't stock them yet give us a shout, we sort them out, and get you a pair fitted ASAP.

Go SOLID. Tannus Tyres.

EgRiders - Vintage Bicycles

Retro Style Bikes, We Have The Pleasure To Announce New Kind of Bicycles In Town, meticulously crafted, hand made, with hand made accessories, one of a kind, completely unique, bicycles brought back to life by team of expert craftsmen from Europe. Using the finest new drivetrains, paint and detail work and the best old school Vintage Frames you can find only in continental Europe. Eg riders. Bringing Back The Unique.

Every one bicycle is one of a kind, just like YOU. Made To Order.

Note: Prices are depending on the projects difficulty. Can start at 349€ for simple piece & go beyond 1999€ for (EV) Electrified piece with high end components. Orders are being taken worldwide. Shipping is priced independently.

Before and After examples:

Please Enquire About Details Here or Facebook or at info@dlbcycles.ie

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Tannus Tyres, The Solid Tyre Revolution!

Main Features: 

100% Percent reliability

Never get caught out in the rain with a puncture again.

Just don't tell your boss about them :)

Comfort

Aither 1.1 technology provides shock absorption and comfort as any other 100psi equivalents.

Safety

The patented pin locking system combined with its 100% no-puncture guarantee, makes this the only safety certified tyre in the world.

Freedom

Guaranteed to never go flat, the solids offer amazing cycling freedom.

Go anywhere, anytime and leave your tools, pumps, tubes and patches at home.

Lightweight

Tannus tyres are actually lighter than most tyre+tube+rim tape combos.

Looking to shave weight off your bike? Go solid.

Main Characteristics:

Featherweight

Aither technology allows us to create a tyre that weighs just less then most tyre+tube+rim tape combos. Gram shavers welcome!

Various colors

Tannus tyres come in 15 diverse and fancy colors to match you and your bike. Aither is extremely resistant to staining, so your tyres will always be colorful.

Use your existing rim

You don't have to change the rim. If you have the existing clincher tyre rim, it can be retrofitted right away regardless of its size. Due to our development of the locking pin system, you can use Tannus tyres on your own bicycle easily and safely.

No tube No puncture

Yes, our tyres are solid, made from Aither, they don't care about glass, metal objects, nails, and anything else our world can throw at your bike. Never worry again, just ride!

Tannus Solid Bicycle Tyres are available in these sizes:

• 700x23c (23-622) Road/City

• 700x28c (28-622) Road/City/Touring

• 700x32c (32-622) Touring/City/Country

• 700x40c (40-622) Touring/Rural/City

• 26"x1.75 (44-559)

• Brompton 16"x1.25"

• 20"x1.5" Folding bikes

• 26"×1 3/8" Retro/classic

Other sizes are in development and will be introduced according to demand.

Tools for customers: (Included)

About Tannus

Tannus offers a tyre for every cyclist. An all-round tyre for all types of terrain or road, a road tyre for long distance training, and a small tyre for small bikes that rides perfectly.

Tannus Tyres is a Korean company which makes tyres that never go flat so that all cyclists enjoy safer rides. It strives for technological development to relieve the inconvenience caused by punctures.

Applied with cutting edge Aither technology, Tannus Tyres never go flat and are made in diverse and clear colors. It is distinctly different from any of the anti-puncture tyres of the past and is secured with great driving function, comfort, lightness, safety and durability. The various colors are another result of the use of the advanced materials, and cyclists are able to enjoy the choice of colors that contrast with the mundane colors of most rubber tyres.

The goal of Tannus Tyres is to make changes to the world from a small aspect. In order to do this we are continuously challenging for technological innovation with great passion, and are moving ahead step by step. We believe that when small changes of the world gather as one, there would be significant progresses to the whole humanity and the environment we live in.

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Cycle Logistics in Dublin

You don't own a car? Taxi is too expensive? Van is out of question? Let us help you out.

we offer to move small / medium sized items up to 150 kg in weight within Dublin area (see picture) using our dlb EV Cargo Bikes! We can move personal belongings from apartment to apartment, house or to storage. We can do large parcel moves to post office. We can move your unwanted items, rubble, large cardboard boxes, pallets, old furniture etc. to the re-cyclers at Ringsend (no extra charge) also electrical appliances, luggage, IKEA Furniture.. no problem! we are creative enough to carry "bikes on bikes" so anything that a small Van can take we are up to it, no weather conditions are bad enough! :)

Prices are negotiable, minimum charge is €5. Please send us a email on info@dlbcycles.ie for any questions, bookings and pricing inquires.

Look up our INSTAGRAM account for more #DublinLovesBikes and #ECOMOVERS ideas.

For business use of dlb EV Cargo Bikes refer to Cycle Logistics for Business, click here.

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Cycle Logistics for Business

Cargo Bike can be rented, bought outright or hire purchased.

Rent starts at €75 a week. Over 5 working days + additional fee for full 7 days. Security Deposit is €300. We do full maintenance and clean up over two days period if necessary. Bikes come in standard setup, branding wrap possible for additional fee.

Bought outright starts at €1999 incl. VAT. We offer full customization of the cargo area to your needs, open box, covered box, lockable box, fridge/freezer, tall box etc. We also wrap cargo area into your design language, your brand identity. Comes with full warranty and roadside assistance for 2 years free, for a fee after.

Hire purchase starts at €55 a week over 3 years. Security Deposit is €500. We offer full customization of the cargo area to your needs, open box, covered box, lockable box, fridge/freezer, tall box etc. We also wrap cargo area into your design language, your brand identity. Comes with full warranty and roadside assistance for 3 years free.

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Cargo Bikes in Dublin

HOW CAN YOU USE dlb EV Cargo Bikes?

dlb EV Cargo Bikes (Technically a Trike with Pedelec system) are built to carry a bunch more than your typical bicycle or long john like Bullit that most couriers use. Stronger frames intended for heavy hauling (cca 150kg) mean you can load them to the hilt knowing they are up to the task. Keeping the load low and enclosed in a box means that you maintain a reasonable center of gravity and the dynamics of the bike stay comfortable enough thanks to electric assistance from the Pedelec system. This makes the dlb EV Cargo Bike great to ride, despite the burden of heavy items. You can easily keep up with traffic and other bike riders, even fits into bike lanes and is great fun once winds start to blow and you can just whizz past lycra clad racers at 30km/h. Max speed is around 35km/h (can be exceeded by pushing your own pedaling to the limit).

dlb EV Cargo Bikes are up to a variety of tasks and can make your life easier and more enjoyable, whether you’re in need of a logistical solution or a more fun way to fetch groceries, IKEA furniture, or deliver morning papers.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

dlb EV Cargo Bikes can go places a car or van can’t. dlb EV Cargo Bikes can park in places where others get towed or clamped. They always get the attention and they’re fun to ride. That park between you and the gig becomes the scenic route and the expressway all at the same time. Cruise through your hood like a champion and wave to your fans.

IN YOUR SMALL BUSINESS

Small business is big fun with dlb EV Cargo Bikes. Save money, save time and save the future with every pedal stroke. A cargo bike is a rolling billboard and a logistical wunderkind wrapped in one. You can deliver the goods and good impressions all at once.

IN YOUR HOME

Kids, groceries, playground, beach, farmers market, restaurant, work, weekends, dogs, firewood, fireworks and whatever. One dlb EV Cargo Bike can do everything your car did and your Long Haul Trucker wished it could. Only more fun. Commit already.

FAQ

HOW MUCH CAN YOU CARRY?

The weight capacity of the dlb EV Cargo Bike is 150kg (We did exceed this in testing and it is possible to carry more kg at lower speeds, and after simple modifications we can increase this number). What you are comfortable hauling is the real question. Build confidence. Start small.

Examples: We carried full office suite from IKEA. A College Student whole room and gaming setup. 4 bikes? Yes 4 fully built bicycles on one cargo bike. 2 dogs (large ones). Another cargo bike (disassembled). Fridge. Armchair. People :D Even camera rig in action.

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ARE dlb EV Cargo Bikes HARD TO RIDE?

Only if you don’t try. Seriously, cargo bikes have a learning curve for an already confident rider. A larger turning radius require that you remap your steering inputs. First timers: make sure you have right seat height and you can reach bar even fully tilted. When turning take your body weight fully to the side you are turning to and use your brakes to stabilize the bike to reasonable speed (less than 15km/h). Industry secret: you can tilt the Trike into corners with higher speed, but this is something only pros are allowed to do!!

ARE THEY HARD TO PEDAL?

Only if they are heavily loaded and you’re riding up a bigger hill. If you plan to use a cargo bike where the terrain ain’t flat, consider turning on Pedelec electric assist. If you aren’t hauling big stuff up big hills, the dlb EV Cargo Bike is surprisingly easy to pedal. If you want to be everywhere well ahead others have the Pedelec system fully boosted at all times, you can easily achieve speeds of 35km/h and average about 20-25km/h in moderate traffic. Last time we checked Car/Van averages 17km/h in Dublin traffic. Lame.

HOW MUCH DOES A dlb EV Cargo Bike WEIGH?

At just over 60 kg (standard setup), the dlb EV Cargo Bike is a heavyweight in the cargo bike world. Heavy hauling requires heavy duty build! This presents one more plus point, you can park it anywhere lock it to itself, not a pole, and no thief will be able to push it away. For more technical specs look back at first page.

STORAGE AND PARKING

On your daily runarounds short term parking can be easily done anywhere. Park it on side of the road (not on double yellow), pavement, next to phone box, bike rack, at the shopfront. Lock it to itself, engage parking brakes and leave. Cargo bike is too big and clumsy for manual removal by thief, especially with locked wheels.

For longer parking periods and overnight storage we suggest a safe parking garage or yard at your house. On street parking for overnight storage can be done, find a pole lock the bike frame to it, lock the wheels with second lock and maybe use a cable. Trike comes with a large raincover that envelops the whole body just like a car pyjama.

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