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How Easy Is It to Ride and Own a Cargo Bike?

Fri, 03/20/2026 - 02:44
Tern team member and toddler mum, Alison, shares her experience as a cargo bike rider and owner in bustling Taipei City—and how it’s much easier (and a whole lot funner) than what one might think!  Living in Taipei City has its many perks, and somewhere near the top is the city’s...
Article banner image showing the four common modes of commuting—cycling, public transit, driving, and walking—and the article title "The Benefits of Multimodal Commuting"
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What Makes Multimodal Commuting a Smart Choice?

Sat, 07/19/2025 - 02:39
Getting to work or school shouldn’t drain your time, energy, or paycheck. Yet for many city commuters, that’s exactly what it does. But what if you could make your daily routine easier and more enjoyable by mixing things up?Multimodal commuting could help you reduce your commute time and drive less...
Tern Non-Electric Bike Buyer’s Guide
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Tern Non-Electric Bike Buyer’s Guide

Wed, 10/09/2024 - 05:20
At Tern, we make bikes and accessories for all types of riders. As you’re browsing through our collection, you may find that choosing a Tern bike that suits both your wants and needs is not an easy task! But whatever your requirements are, rest assured that we always strive to get the right...
Short Haul child seat guide
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Using a Child Seat on the Short Haul

Mon, 09/01/2025 - 10:23
To safely carry a very young child on your Short Haul, you’ll need a child seat. This article will help you learn more about compatible child seats, how to use them with panniers and other Tern bike accessories so you can bring along everything you need, our recommended add-ons for passenger safety...
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How to Safely Carry a Passenger on the Tern Short Haul

Fri, 12/26/2025 - 09:01
The Short Haul’s extra-strong, extra-long rear rack is optimized to carry one passenger, in or out of a child seat. To do so safely, you’ll need to follow two principles: Understand and respect the bike’s passenger-carrying limits, and select the appropriate passenger accessories for your needs....
Sidekick Flat Bars vs. Sidekick Joyride Bars vs. Sidekick Handle: Which One to Choose?
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Tern Passenger Handholds: Which One to Choose?

Wed, 10/16/2024 - 05:35
What’s better than riding off on your favorite bike into a new adventure? Bringing your buddy along to share the journey with, of course! Our cargo and e-cargo bikes like the GSD, HSD, Quick Haul, and Short Haul are all designed to be passenger-ready for the likes of Batman and Robin, Sonny and...
Why accessories matter for cargo bikes
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The Key to Getting the Most Out of Your Cargo Bike

Mon, 01/06/2025 - 07:12
One of the main appeals of cargo bikes and electric cargo bikes is their ability to carry a whole lot more than a regular bike. In fact, this article probably found its way to you from the Internet’s abyss because you’ve expressed interest in the idea of using a bike to carry stuff—your kids, the...
Use Tern Orox electronic bike to transport your kids
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Top 5 Reasons Why Transporting Kids Is Better By Bike

Fri, 04/25/2025 - 10:17
Commuting with kids can feel like a daily challenge—getting everyone where they need to go, complain-free and on time, while managing the endless stuff they need. Driving may seem like the easiest option, but it often means precious time wasted sitting in traffic and finding parking, not to mention...
Tern bike child seat guides
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Tern Child Seat Guide

Wed, 07/02/2025 - 08:57
If you’ve got young kids you’d like to bring along for the ride on your Tern electric bike or cargo bike, you’ll need child seats. Learn more about compatible child seat models and passenger setups that use one or two child seats, how to use panniers with them, plus recommended accessories for...
Holdall Bags Created for Our Riders—WeatherTop Bag & WeatherTop Cooler
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Holdall Bags Created for Our Riders—WeatherTop Bag & WeatherTop Cooler

Wed, 10/23/2024 - 06:56
Are you looking for a waterproof bag that you can bring on your rides to carry anything from impromptu flea market purchases to groceries? We have two such bags with generous space for your stuff—the WeatherTop Bag and the WeatherTop Cooler. Created to offer our riders a simple solution to...
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Our Take on the Bicycle Industry's Diversity Issue

Wed, 12/11/2024 - 07:24
Have you ever walked into a bike shop and noticed how customers, perhaps you included, are treated differently based on gender or appearances? Many reported experiencing the feeling of being looked down upon, or receiving “advice” they didn’t ask for. Yikes. We know that feeling. And it doesn’t...
The Doghouse Mini: What It Is and How to Build It
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The Doghouse Mini: What It Is and How to Build It

Mon, 09/15/2025 - 08:51
To read this article in other languages, click here. At Tern, we love seeing families on bikes—and we know that for many of you, dogs are family, too (us too!). Dogs sometimes need to go places just like we do, and they love to accompany their people on outings and...