Hub Steer Cargo Bike by CargoN e-Velo

by Steven Olsen in Newhaven, East Sussex, United Kingdom

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On 8th August 2024 we successfully raised £1,916 with 3 supporters in 28 days

We have prototyped this 26inch Cargo Bike with Intra-Drive Motor, Hub Steering and Split frame. We want to expand the 20inch wheel range.

by Steven Olsen in Newhaven, East Sussex, United Kingdom

We have prototyped the 26" wheel version to test the Hub steering, however 20" wheels are where the full Cargo Bike advantages happen.  Refer to our website CargoN e-Velo for the details and pictures of the full range and options.  CargoN e-Velo have developed a front load e-Cargo Bike, which resolves some specific issues that affect the uptake of Cargo Bikes in the UK.  3 innovations  with "Hub Steering" and "Split" frame structure that separates for storage and transportation.  

Front Load Cargo Bikes are better than Rear Load Cargo Bikes:

  • They are safer, allowing for a lower, more stable load that the rider can see.
  • As kids grow the rear loaders are less useful at carrying long and heavy loads.
  • Large dogs are impossible to carry on a rear loader.

Key Cargo Bike Features of our Front Loader:

  • Hub Steering allows CargoN to shorted the wheelbase and give a more precise steering with no wobble.
  • Cargo Bike Storage - Split Frame to separate for transport and storage.
  • 20" version (900mm) fits in the back of a Mini sideways.
  • Designed and manufactured from T45 laser cut steel in the UK.
  • The CargoN hub steering is manufactured in the UK
  • One GD8 mount format, two drive options; Intra-Drive & Shimano Steps

Further Safety / Features:

  • 220 Rotors as standard
  • Central heavy-duty kickstand for tyre servicing.
  • Rear rack allows for the bike to stand on its end
  • Side Lights & Indicator

Rewards

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£500 or more

Pre-Order deposit for a Cargo Bike of you choice.

Help us to help you to make the change... Help us start production. So far we have prototyped our own "Hub Steering" hub. What motivates us will be the same reasons that you. We asked ourselves how do we use Cargo Bikes and how can we make them better? CargoN e-Velo want to develop the best Cargo Bike in the market. We have worked with ELEVATE's research and have chosen a "Front Load" design for the reasons listed on our website.

£29 or more

Active Travel Hero - Polo Shirt

Active Travel Hero - Polo Shirt - Black with White print

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Where has my CargoN? - Polo Shirt

Where has my CargoN? - Polo Shirt - Black with white print

£149 or more

Front Platform Rack

These Front Platforms sit either side of the hub steering axle. There is no fork involved with hub steering, so the platform is level with the cargo deck. With a Front and Rear platform, the Cargo Bike can carry longer loads such as ladders, surf boards and so on.

£199 or more

Rear Platform Rack

This Rear Rack has side "foot" platforms for passengers. However with a Front and Rear platform, the Cargo Bike can carry longer loads such as ladders, surf boards and so on.

£349 or more

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Early Bird - Hub Steering Hub for Frame Builders

This is our Hub Steering Hub that is at the heart of our Cargo Bikes. Hub Steering has 2 main benefits: 1 hub steering allows the frame builder to shorten the wheelbase creating an easier bike to manoeuvre. 2 Hub steering reduces the start wobble (common with standard forks).

£499 or more

Hub Steering Hub for Frame Builders

This is our Hub Steering Hub that is at the heart of our Cargo Bikes. Hub Steering has 2 main benefits: 1 hub steering allows the frame builder to shorten the wheelbase creating an easier bike to manoeuvre. 2 Hub steering reduces the start wobble (common with standard forks).

£1,499 or more

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Early bird - Any Hub Steer Frame & Hub

Any model (T45 Steel) Cargo Frame & 32H Hub Steering Hub from our website. GD8 bracket compatible with Intra-Drive or Shimano STEPs motors or Pinion bracket (analogue not motorized). Our Cargo Bikes are able to carry a 60x60cm domestic appliance, dogs or passengers sitting in the front with their weight low, safe and stable. Refer the Hub Steering description or cargonevelo.com for all the benefits.

£1,499 or more

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Early Bird - BSEN 68 BB Frameset with Hub Steering

Standard BSEN 68 BB (T45 Steel) Cargo Frame & 32H Hub Steering Hub from our website. This Standard BSEN 68 BB Frame is not motorized, but can be converted. This allows you to ship the bike overseas without being stopped for batteries. Choose you size of platform to carry good, dogs or passengers sitting in the front with their weight low, safe and stable. Refer the Hub Steering description or cargonevelo.com for all the benefit

£1,999 or more

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Early bird - Any Titanium Hub Steer Frame & Hub

Any Titanium model Cargo Frame & 32H Hub Steering Hub from our website. GD8 bracket compatible with Intra-Drive or Shimano STEPs motors or Pinion bracket (analogue not motorized). Our Cargo Bikes are able to carry a 60x60cm domestic appliance, dogs or passengers sitting in the front with their weight low, safe and stable. Refer the Hub Steering description or cargonevelo.com for all the benefits.

£3,499 or more

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Early bird - Any Hub Steer Electric Cargo Bike

Any model (T45 Steel) Cargo Bike from our website. Intra-Drive / Pinion or STEPs. Our Cargo Bikes are able to carry a 60x60cm domestic appliance, dogs or passengers sitting in the front with their weight low, safe and stable. 60cm will fit 2 -4 children or 1 family dog. Front Loaders allow more cargo to be carried than a rear loader. Hub Steering Hub that is at the heart of our Cargo Bikes. See the Hub Steering description or cargonevelo.com

£3,999 or more

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Early bird - Any Hub Steering Titanium Cargo Bike

Any model Titanium Cargo Bike from our website. Intra-Drive / Pinion or STEPs. Our Cargo Bikes are able to carry a 60x60cm domestic appliance, dogs or passengers sitting in the front with their weight low, safe and stable. 60cm will fit 2 -4 children or 1 family dog. Front Loaders allow more cargo to be carried than a rear loader. Hub Steering Hub that is at the heart of our Cargo Bikes. See the Hub Steering description or cargonevelo.com

£4,999 or more

20 inch wheeled - Sub - 2m Electric Cargo Bike

At 197 cm, this is our shortest Cargo Bike. Why 197cm? This is a common size for street bike lock-ups, allowing your Cargo Bike to be safe while parked. It has a 400mm platform, allowing standard Euro crates to be stacked or passengers to be sat in the front crate with their weight low, safe and stable. Hub Steering Hub that is at the heart of our Cargo Bikes. See the Hub Steering description for the benefits. With Intra-Drive e-Motor

£4,999 or more

20 inch wheeled 600mm Platform Electric Cargo Bike

This is our Cargo Bike with a 600mm platform, allowing standard Euro crates to be stacked or passengers to be sat in the front crate with their weight low, safe and stable. 600mm will fit 2 -4 children or 1 family dog. Front Loaders allow more cargo to be carried than a rear loader. Hub Steering Hub that is at the heart of our Cargo Bikes. See the Hub Steering description for the benefits. With UK made Intra-Drive e-Motor.

£4,999 or more

20/26inch wheeled Commercial Electric Cargo Bike

This is our commercial Cargo Bike with a 1000mm platform, allowing standard Euro crates to be stacked. Custom flatpack front crates can also be made, keeping the load weight low and stable. With Front Side Racks and Rear Rack platforms allow this bike to carry long items such as ladders. Hub Steering Hub that is at the heart of our Cargo Bikes. See the Hub Steering description for the benefits. With UK made Intra-Drive e-Motor.

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