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Drew Nelson

@drewmnelson

Tufts Bikes head mechanic. E-Bike Lending Library South End branch. Cambridge Bike Safety member. Boston safe streets advocate. Volunteer mechanic for Cambridge Bike Give Back. BUCK enthusiast

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It’s 37 degrees Fahrenheit outside and I left my groceries locked in my cargo bike. I was too lazy to bring them up right away. I’m literally doing that meme where people store their fridge on public property instead of a car

06.03.2026 22:17 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

My advice that you aren’t asking for… If you have the dough, do not wait. If you don’t have the dough, do everything in your power to change that. E-cargo bikes fundamentally change the way we interact with our communities. They make mundane tasks that would be done by car feel extraordinary

23.02.2026 03:42 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

It remains to be seen whether this is specific to the di2 version of the hub, or if the cable version also has trouble. Black Iron Horse has moved away from the di2 hub after too many warranties.

23.02.2026 03:25 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Internal body of a bicycle hub

Internal body of a bicycle hub

Plastic E-Nexus 5 internals disintegrate with improper shifting/extra torque

23.02.2026 03:23 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Yep, Boston

22.02.2026 12:56 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Hey there. I’m an e-bullitt owner and bike mechanic. I’ve ridden and done maintenance on both the E-Nexus 5 hub and Cues. Send me a message, I’d be happy to chat

22.02.2026 02:02 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Just saw the new @bromptonbicycle.bsky.social P-Line, and it’s impressive. The Pacific lacquer in combination with their brazing is stunning. Hardware substantially improved from the T-line. Stem from the G-Line. All around lots of innovative improvements. And it fits in a cargo bike of course!

12.02.2026 04:03 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Aluminum, foam, or just something lightweight

10.02.2026 17:34 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Cargo bike manufacturers, here’s what I want. A front loading box that…

- Is aluminum
- Closes shut and is 100% waterproof
- Locks
- Provides comfortable seating for a small adult
- Can be removed easily with only one tool

10.02.2026 17:28 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0

I said the exact same thing, then I bought one! I’ve ridden bikes for almost 11 years and I’ve never had more fun. However, I don’t recommend the Carrie. It’s not small enough to be compact and not big enough to be truly capable of hauling large loads

10.02.2026 12:21 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Councilor Flynn has called for the purchase of snow melters. Please don’t waste money on these. What we really need is equipment and part time contractors to clear curb ramps and sidewalks.

I should be working part time clearing ramps, not being paid by wealthy people to clear their cars.

03.02.2026 00:13 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Oh, no biggy. You just wedge the saddle against your hip, give it a lil lift, and pivot around the front wheel.

02.02.2026 10:49 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
A blue Bullitt cargo bike on a metro

A blue Bullitt cargo bike on a metro

Multi modal transit
#Bullitt #CargoBike #MBTA #OrangeLine

01.02.2026 23:42 👍 49 🔁 3 💬 3 📌 0
Two men taking a selfie

Two men taking a selfie

Out biking today and got to meet Train Daddy

24.01.2026 05:48 👍 10 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0

I don’t really feel the need to do that. I have Bluetooth trackers hidden really well on the bike, a strong lock, and insurance. I wheel my cart to to it like everybody else AND put my cart back

22.01.2026 13:52 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
A cargo bike in front of a large Costco sign

A cargo bike in front of a large Costco sign

The best tool for the job

#costco #cargobike #EverettMA

22.01.2026 02:51 👍 44 🔁 5 💬 3 📌 0
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I rode the Black Iron Horse cargo bike (trike) when I was in Zurich. WHY AREN’T THESE AVAILABLE IN THE US?! The ride is so smooth and you can whip this thing at speed.

08.01.2026 12:41 👍 14 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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😬

25.12.2025 00:19 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

@ridebluebikes.bsky.social Serious question. When are you going to change the way e-bike rides are priced? Right now you are giving people an incentive to ride unnecessarily fast to avoid extra costs. By implementing a per mile or hybrid model of pricing, I imagine this would change behavior. ✌️

23.12.2025 00:42 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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A couple years ago my dad bought an “environmentally friendly” Ford F-150 Lightning. We’re working on a cargo bike recovery now

22.12.2025 04:38 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Bakfietsen

21.12.2025 14:12 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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This one doesn’t seem to be nearly as bad as yours, but it’s still disappointing

19.12.2025 15:26 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

@americanfietser.bsky.social I sure wish I found your Youtube video on the Gen2 vs Gen3 duostand before spending $65 on eBay ☹️

19.12.2025 15:20 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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I NEED MY CAR IN THE CITY! Really? Is that why most of you haven’t moved them in three days after a light dusting?

What’s really sad is the only vehicles with tickets are the contractors trucks actually being used.

16.02.2025 04:43 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

Honestly, I don’t really use the face shield except when it is snowing/raining. The important thing is having integrated ear muffs like on a ski helmet.

19.12.2025 03:54 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
A blue Tern HSD cargo bike in front of a holiday tree

A blue Tern HSD cargo bike in front of a holiday tree

This is your sign to steal your parents’ credit card and buy them a used cargo bike for the holidays. Accessories are on their way too

19.12.2025 03:45 👍 9 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Bike/travel recommendations for a one day layover in Zurich… GO!!!

21.11.2025 02:47 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

I got you fam

01.11.2025 15:24 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Bulldoze Storrow

21.10.2025 00:46 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Capturing families is a crucial part of a biking society. CPP is leading the charge in the Boston area. Every dollar we raise goes towards getting more butts on bikes, especially cargo bikes!

02.10.2025 03:48 👍 8 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0