Madsen Precious Cargo Bikes

The spring weather has us dreaming about bikes again. We treated ourselves to a bike trailer recently but we're still dreaming about the Nihola Tricycle we wrote about almost two years ago! Now a U.S. company (based in Utah) has developed the Madsen Precious Cargo line of bikes.

We love the retro-styling of the bicycle itself and the roomy bucket is great for transporting the kids around, lugging groceries and other large items. The Madsen bikes have the cargo at the back of the bike, instead of the front like the European Nihola or the Bakfiets. A quick check on their website provides the following explanation: the bucket on the front, like the box of the European design, creates an awkward center of gravity. So we stretched the chassis and put the bucket on the back. With the natural feel and balance of the rear bucket, you can ride with confidence knowing your load is secure and your cargo is protected. We still prefer the kids upfront where we could see them, but there is something to be said for a smooth and secure ride for everyone. Read more about Madsen bikes at their site.

(via SwissMiss)

Comments (5)

drool. and they're offering free shipping this month. if only i could justify the spending right now.

posted by Kate N on May 12th 2009 at 3:33pm
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I really like the way Madsen bikes look. We just bought a Gazelle Cabby and love it. It is about as long as the Madsen, but is built like a bakfiet and the box is removable.

posted by ACharnin on May 13th 2009 at 12:37pm
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Thank goodness my children are *just* this side of too big for one of these beauties - or I would be sorely tempted and sorely sad when I couldn't justify getting one!

posted by Leonore on May 13th 2009 at 9:04pm
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Now this is what I've been looking for! However I'm moving to a bike un-friendly town - LA. I think I could get away with this on the Santa Monica beach, but I don't think this would be a safe option in the rest of the city. Drat!! Perfect for Austin, though!

posted by HoganKaffee on May 13th 2009 at 9:39pm
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Can anyone comment on the how easy it is to balance on one of these bikes? I wonder if it would feel wobbly or be hard to maneuver.

posted by HoganKaffee on May 13th 2009 at 9:40pm
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