ADVICE - Cargo bike: Longtail or Box, Electric? 🚲 I Decathlon

Cargo bike buyers, this one’s for you. We cut through the noise to help you choose a safe, comfy, everyday hauler. First, we explain why most real-world setups go electric—instant stability at lights and easier hill starts with heavy loads. Then we help you pick your frame: agile longtail for 1–2 kids plus groceries, or front box bike for maximum capacity and cozy kid transport (benches, belts, rain canopy). Finally, we decode motors (hub vs mid-drive), torque in Nm, battery Wh and the ultra-useful start/“walk” assist up to ~6 km/h. Try before you buy, match power to your route, and focus on lifetime ease—not just price. Ride happy, carry more, leave the car at home.

00:00 - Introduction: ditch traffic, carry more
00:35 - Step 1: Electric vs classic (safety & ease)
01:05 - Step 2: Choose your frame (longtail vs box)
02:10 - Step 3: Motor feel (hub vs mid) & torque (Nm)
02:42 - Battery capacity (Wh) & real-world range
03:09 - Start/“walk” assist: smoother take-offs
03:37 - Recap: match use + power + range

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