Outspoken Cycles

Two wheels or three? Which cargo bike is right for you?

Two-wheel cargo bikes can feel more like a traditional bike, while three-wheel cargo bikes offer extra stability when stationary. Both handle differently, and each comes with its own pleasures and practical considerations.

Whichever you choose, take your time, secure your load and give yourself space to get used to the bike’s size and handling.

There’s no single right answer, so don’t rush into buying. Come and experience both, ask plenty of questions and let us help you find the cargo bike that feels right for you.

Cargo bikes are brilliant for everyday journeys, but they take a little time to get used to.

Always secure your load before setting off, remember that your bike is longer than a standard bike and stop a little earlier at junctions. Leave enough space when pulling up beside crossing buttons so you can reach them easily too.

Most importantly, take your time and don’t rush into buying. We’ll help you explore the pleasures, understand the potential pitfalls and find the cargo bike that feels right for you.

Thinking about riding a trike? Give yourself time to get used to it.

Our top tip is to imagine your feet are glued to the pedals. Keep them planted, take things slowly and allow yourself time to understand how the trike moves and handles.

Riding a trike can feel different at first, so try one for yourself, practise somewhere quiet and build your confidence at your own pace.

You’re welcome to try a trike at one of our bike shops in Cambridge and Norwich.

We get lots of questions from customers who are curious about cargo bikes, so we’re sharing some simple tips to help you feel more confident before buying one.

In this video, we’re looking at the practical basics of mastering a two-wheel cargo bike, including keeping it upright, parking safely and pulling it onto the stand.

They can feel a little different at first, but with the right technique and a bit of practice, you’ll soon get the hang of it.

What would you like to know about cargo bikes? Pop your questions in the comments 👇

What a welcome, Norwich! 💛🚲

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Big Bike Welcome. It was brilliant to see so many families, cyclists, neighbours and curious newcomers filling the shop and getting involved.

From free bike MOTs and cargo bike test rides to our family ride, children’s activities, great food and the big cargo bike prize reveal (well done to David Fairfield), it was a lovely way to celebrate becoming part of the Norwich community.

Special thanks to Adam from Tuesday Trundle, for leading the ride, for keeping everyone so well refreshed, Cycling community ( , , and ) and for bring a fanttsic fleet of bike for everyone to try.

Most of all, thank you to everyone who came along, entered the competition, brought a bike, tried something new or simply stopped by to say hello. We loved meeting you and hope to see you again soon!

We have this family cargo bike up for grabs!

It’s worth £2k, carries up to 2 kids, shopping and easy access for pets and we’d like someone to win it!

It’s part of celebrating our new shop in Norwich opening, but competition is open to everyone!

Please spread the word, if you think anyone would like to start their summer holidays with this cargo bike!

To enter, just complete this form, it also includes the T&Cs

https://form.jotform.com/261593069964067

Good luck 🤞

Norwich, come and say hello!

We’re celebrating our new Outspoken Cycles shop on New Botolph Street with a family-friendly evening of bikes, free bike MOTs, family bike ride, test rides, yummy food and drinks, cycling fun and your last chance to win a cargo bike worth £2,000.

Join us on Friday 17 July from 4pm at Outspoken Cycles Norwich.

🙌Free bike MOTs from 4pm
🚲 Short family bike ride with Adam from Fat Cat/ from 6pm
🍕Food and drink from , .bakery and

We’ll be joined by our cycling community:
and Norwich Kidical Mass


And you can test ride bikes from , , , , and more

Bring your bike, bring the family, or just pop by for a nose around.

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