Our New Family Vehicle

Above pictures are from http://www.christianiabikes.dk

My family actually doesn't have one of these bikes but it is something that is very unique to Denmark and maybe even just Copenhagen (or at least that is what I think is the case, I could be wrong). I certainly did not see them in Sweden where I lived for the past 3 years.

It is not unusual to see a whole family on (or in) one of these bikes. It appears that many families have these style of bikes instead of owning a car.

Another interesting Danish bicycle is the cargo bike. http://www.larryvsharry.com

They are ~2.5m long (over 7 feet) and you can also get a box that is secured on the flat bed to put your stuff or kids in.

I have ridden one of these before. It is a really weird feeling driving such a long bike especially when turning.

Very expensive to buy new, around 2000 Euros. Not as common as the 3 wheeler, might be the price?

Anyone ever see these bikes in my home country of Canada?

Be Well,

Mike Reid

www.michaelreid.ca

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