Free Test Ride Mornings + Short Family Ride Every Saturday (Term 1)

Back to School = Back on Bikes 🚲

Back to school brings the usual juggle: lunch boxes, sports bags, drop-offs, pick-ups, after-school activities… and the daily “how are we going to fit it all in?”

At Dutch Cargo, we believe the school run shouldn’t feel like a chore. It can be the easiest part of your day — and even the best.

That’s why we’re running Free Test Ride Mornings + a Short Guided Family Ride every Saturday during Term 1.

📍 Every Saturday in Term 1

31 January – 28 March
✅ Free Test Rides: 9:30am – 12:30pm
✅ Guided Family Ride: 12:00pm (30–45 mins)
📍 Starts and finishes at our Flagship Store

No pressure. No awkward sales energy. Just friendly help, real riding, and genuine answers.

Why we’re doing this (and why it’s free)

Because families deserve to try before they buy, especially with something as important as your everyday transport.

Cargo bikes and eBikes feel different to ride — and the right one depends on:

- your kids’ ages and confidence

- your driveway + storage

- your school route

- how often you carry extra gear

- your comfort riding with weight

- your budget and payment preference

So instead of guessing, we invite you to come in and ride.

This is our way of giving back (and helping you make the right decision).

🚲 Free Test Ride Morning (9:30am–12:30pm)

Bring the whole family. Come in casual clothes. Stay for 10 minutes or 2 hours.

You can:
✅ test ride different bikes
✅ ask every question (even the “silly” ones)
✅ compare styles — front-loaders, longtails, compact eBikes
✅ figure out what suits your family’s lifestyle
✅ get advice from real cargo bike people (who do this daily)

And yes — kids are welcome.

🌿 The Short Guided Ride to the Playground (12:00pm)

If you want to go from “I think I could do this…” to “YES, we can do this!” — join our guided ride.

It’s designed to help you feel confident with real-world riding.

What you’ll learn (step-by-step)

We’ll help you practise:

✅ Getting kids on the bike safely
✅ How to get the bike off the stand safely
✅ Starting from standing still
(gears, pedal position, balance & control)
✅ Begin on the footpath to build confidence
✅ Move to quiet back roads
✅ Learn stopping + starting at real intersections
✅ Ride on a busier road with cars (with guidance)
✅ How to cross at a pedestrian/bike crossing
✅ Ride into the park and practise on gravel

Then we stop at the playground so:

- kids can jump out and play

- you can practise again

- you can ask questions in a relaxed way

Then we head back to the store together.

Total time: around 30–45 minutes
Vibe: relaxed, family-friendly, no pressure

Why families love this

Most people don’t need more information — they need a safe way to try it.

Every week we see parents arrive saying:

“I’m not sure I’m confident enough…”

…and leave saying:

“Okay. This actually feels doable.”

It’s not about being a “cyclist”.
It’s about finding a way to make family life easier.

Flexible options to make it work

We know every family budget is different — so we offer multiple ways to get started:

✅ Subscribe (flexible subscriptions)
✅ Subscribe-to-Buy
✅ Renting options
✅ Leasing for individuals or businesses

We’ll help you choose the option that fits your life right now — not just what looks good on paper.

Ready to try?

✅ Free Test Rides every Saturday in Term 1
✅ Guided short ride leaves at 12:00pm

Bring the kids. Bring your questions.
And if you’ve been thinking “maybe this year…” — this is your sign.

Dutch Cargo — let’s find the bike that works for your family.