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Old 12-26-20, 06:19 AM
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I'm looking at getting a long Cargo ebike or a Tricycle Cargo eBike for commuting in the winter on Snow. What are your thoughts? Which is safer?
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Old 12-26-20, 06:50 AM
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Trikes have the advantage that they can’t topple.
But the wheel size may make it difficult to find studded tires.
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Old 12-27-20, 11:07 PM
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Originally Posted by dabac
Trikes have the advantage that they can’t topple.
But the wheel size may make it difficult to find studded tires.
Thank You! I don't care about studed tires.
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How do FatTire Folding bikes work in the snow?
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Wow and I tHought it was a cold commute at 5 degrees! - good work.
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yeah I never found studded tires to offer a significant advantage either
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