Cargo ebikes can be very handy when you need to haul stuff, but they're kinda big and clumsy when you don't. The Convoy C.01 was created with that fact in mind, as it temporarily converts regular bikes into e-cargoes within a matter of seconds.

Cargo ebikes can be very handy when you need to haul stuff, but they’re kinda big and clumsy when you don’t. The Convoy C.01 was created with that fact in mind, as it temporarily converts regular bikes into e-cargoes within a matter of seconds.

  • humanspiral@lemmy.caEnglish
    2·
    17 hours ago

    $e2200 is high.

    Powered trailers are good for EVs and ebikes to extend range. Larger trailers especially, and then solar permits self charging or electric camping.

  • cubism_pitta@lemmy.worldEnglish
    6·
    1 day ago

    If it actually finds use… neat… I guess

    I love hauling with my bike…

    but you seriously don’t need a $4k cargo e-bike or an e-bike with a $600 trailer.

    I am sure those things are nice but I move 75+ lbs at a time with my single speed and trash picked $150 kid trailer that I converted to haul cargo

    The thing I like about bikes is how they can be as cheap as you want

  • Showroom7561@lemmy.caEnglish
    6·
    1 day ago

    The Convoy C.01 is claimed to be compatible with almost all upright bikes

    Except any bike that has a rear rack on it 🤔

    The device will ultimately sell for €2,200 ($2,495).

    GTFO! That’s insane! It doesn’t even look like it has much carrying capacity either! And it weighs 30lbs?? WTF?

    I’d take a Burley Travoy over this any day! (I have a Burley Travoy, and it’s probably the best on-bike/off-bike accessory I own).

    • Creat@discuss.tchncs.deEnglish
      3·
      1 day ago

      Last time I checked, cargo eBikes are 3500€ and up, so in that context it isn’t that outlandish. Is still not something I’d get over an actual cargo eBike.

      Maybe it’s for people with higher end bikes, or those that don’t have the room for multiple bikes?

      • Showroom7561@lemmy.caEnglish
        1·
        1 day ago

        For the capacity that thing appears to handle,a $200 bike trailer or a rack and two rear panniers would be a way better option for most people, I’d guess.

        Some trailers can attach to the seatpost, so they could be used on most bikes without needing to mess with the axle or quick release.

        But even something like a Tern Quick Haul would be a more affordable option, and that’s a high quality, compact e-cargo bike with some history to back it up.