Onderwater: Kid Pedal Bakfiets

Onderwater: Kid Pedal Bakfiets

Onderwater is a Dutch bicycle company that makes a bakfiets for families with older children. Instead of the kids riding in a cargo box, the Onderwater has standard bicycle seats in tandem with the adult driver.

Tianjin Flying Pigeon

Tianjin Flying Pigeon

The Tianjin Flying Pigeon is the most popular bicycle in history. They have literally sold billions of these bicycles since Chairman Mao established the company in 1950.

Maruishi: Mama’s Bicycle (kid carrier)

Maruishi: Mama’s Bicycle (kid carrier)

Maruishi affordable Euro style kid carrying bicycle from Japan. Low cost high quality design for families on a budget.

Metrofiets - American Bakfiets Makers

Metrofiets - American Bakfiets Makers

Portland's first custom maker of Dutch style bakfiets.

Mexican American Trike

Mexican American Trike

I was walking at Redondo Beach Pier and met some low rider bike builders that tricked out their kid's cargo bicycles. They both put a lot of work into their trikes and added a great Mexican American style to it. It's great seeing basic cargo bikes evolve into custom tricked out machines.

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Feetz: Leaning Trike, Independent Steering, Converts to Stroller

Feetz: Leaning Trike, Independent Steering, Converts to Stroller

From it's specifications list, the Feetz is one amazing tadpole trike (two front wheels one rear). It has front independent steering, converts almost instantly into a stroller, and leans into turns.

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CETMA Cargo: American Bakfiets Builder

CETMA Cargo: American Bakfiets Builder

We’ve been meaning to write a post about CETMA Cargo for some time. The place is run by Lane Kagay who makes fantastic custom built bakfiets cargo bicycles and racks. If you’re thinking about buying a bakfiets, rather than shipping one to the States, you should seriously consider getting a skilled local builder like Lane [...]

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Torker Cargo-T Bicycle

Torker Cargo-T Bicycle

Torker has released the Cargo-T bicycle for $600 MSRP. It's distributed in the US by Seattle Bicycle Supply, which should make it easy for your local bike shop to get a hold of. It comes with Shimano 3 speed internal hub gearing and comes with front and rear cargo racks.

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Hopworks Beer Bike

Hopworks Beer Bike

This is just plain cool. Beer, Pizza, and Bikes! Who could ask for more. Another great idea from the brains at Metrofiets. Links: • Hopworks Micro Brewery • Metrofiets Beer Bike Photos

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Hudson Urban Bicycles

Hudson Urban Bicycles

Hudson Urban Bicycles is an American custom bicycle builder located in the West Village (New York City). They make these really COOL rear load cargo tricycles for carrying kids. The NY Times did a video interview of the owner talking about his design. If you're in NYC, definitely check them out.

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