Legislation | Parking | Child transport | Technology

We want to make it as easy as possible for you to make your mobility more sustainable. This Cargo Bike and Trailer Basics guide is intended to provide you with a solid foundation for familiarizing yourself with the legislation and other framework conditions. On this page, we've compiled a wealth of exciting content from Pakumo and offer you a comprehensive overview. From blog posts and specific topic pages to suitable cargo bikes, you'll find everything you need to expand your knowledge about cargo bikes and bike trailers in Paderborn or throughout Germany.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by email, phone or WhatsApp.

In our cargo bike series "What is a Cargo Bike?" we have written a detailed blog post on each of the typical models and designs. We discuss the design-related advantages and disadvantages and also list a variety of exciting models. If you would like to find out which type of cargo bike is best for you, we recommend reading the following articles: What is a Cargo Bike? If you already know exactly which type of cargo bike is suitable for your mobility needs, we recommend our detailed blog posts on the four typical model variants:

• Long John: single-track cargo bike with loading area in front of the handlebars
• Long Tail: single-track cargo bike with loading area behind the driver's seat
• Trike: multi-track cargo bike with three wheels and loading area in front of the handlebars
• Heavy-duty bike: Cargo bikes for tough commercial use with three to four wheels and high payload

We'll be adding more exciting posts in the future and continually expanding the list. Stay tuned!

To give you a better understanding of our selection of cargo bikes, we've conducted extensive testing. Whether it's long test rides, data collection, or follow-up measurements: We know exactly where the strengths and weaknesses of each cargo bike lie and want to share them with you through our own experience reports and illustrated blog posts:

• e.YOONIT Mini Cargobike
• muli motor st mini cargo bike
• Velo Lab Kàro Gravel
• CargoFactory ONE
• RAPID wheeled carriage

In addition, we will take a close look at gears, tires, etc. and explain the differences between the respective components for you.

Bicycle trailers & child trailers

Bicycle trailers are particularly popular for transporting children. However, the legal regulations, combined with differing opinions on legal interpretation and the current state of knowledge, create considerable confusion and thus uncertainty. In our section on rules and legal regulations, we attempt to provide a clear overview of the many different sections and offer clear recommendations regarding the use of bicycle trailers.

One thing should be said in advance: Our cargo trailers from Carla Cargo and beyond meet all current German regulations without any complaints.

When it comes to parking, the same rules apply as for bicycles or cargo bikes, so you can read all the important points in this section. We've combined the topic of child transport and the applicable regulations in one article, as it's not uncommon to combine cargo bikes with trailers, so it's advantageous to present and compare them together:

• Rules for bicycle trailers
• The park
• Children's transport

Technical issues are often overlooked when making a purchase decision. However, geographical conditions are an important factor in choosing the right cargo bike or trailer. This results in specific performance requirements for the drive and brakes. The Paderborn district, for example, is characterized by some elevation changes, and most of the surrounding towns are located at a different level than the Paderborn city center. Even the city center is located on a mountain, which often makes the journey to Paderborn University difficult. These geographical conditions place increased demands on the braking system and engine, in particular. We discuss the technology of our models and highlight the advantages and disadvantages of various concepts:

• Brakes
• E-Motoren

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