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The Short Tale of the Longtail (And Why A Bullitt Is Better)

Designed in Denmark – the tip of the spear for urban cycling – a Bullitt puts passengers in a sturdy, impact-resistant box right where they belong: in the front. That means: in sight, in reach, and protected from accidents. This couldn’t be more different than a longtail cargo bike. On a longtail, kids are plunked...

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What is a Cargo Bike and Who is it For?

What kind of bike is that? If you ride a cargo bike, get ready to hear this question – a lot. A common Google search, “bike with a box in front,” proves just how many people spot one and have no idea what to call it. Though cargo bikes have been a staple in Europe...

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What is a Folding Bike and Who is it For?

One thing about folding bikes is that they evoke immediate curiosity… what is this bike with small wheels? What does it ride like? And, perhaps the most common question: how does it fold? Indeed, a folding bike produces questions because a folding bike is designed to answer a ton of questions! In fact, few other bikes can provide...

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To the Moon with Brompton!

One thing we’ve always loved about the Toronto Brompton Owners Group is the way they’ll find any reason to ride together. In this case, the event was the “waning gibbous moon,” a stage of the moon where it is between full moon and half moon. Waning indicates the moon is moving from full moon to...

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Wheeling Through Toronto Book Launch

On May 22nd, Pedaal was the first stop in a multi-store tour launching Albert Koehl’s new book, “Wheeling Through Toronto.” Albert is a well-known face in the Annex and Harbord Village neighbourhood, and he’s especially known in cycling advocacy as a careful and discerning voice. In many ways, Albert’s work pays homage to those Annex...

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E-Bike Festival

On May 11th we were thrilled to be part of the first annual E-BIKE FESTIVAL, held at the Zygg headquarters on Sorauren Avenue.

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