Towing a Trailer with the GSD Gen 1
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Towing a Trailer with the GSD Gen 1

Tue, 04/30/2024 - 11:07
This article refers to GSD Gen 1 bikes.ContentsFrame-Mounted MethodWhat trailer hitches are compatible with the GSD frame?Where do I mount the trailer hitch?Can I use panniers or other accessories and tow a trailer at the same time?Compatibility notesThru-Axle MethodCan I use panniers or other...
FAQ: Service for Second-Hand Tern Bikes
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FAQ: Service for Second-Hand Tern Bikes

Tue, 05/14/2024 - 17:25
If you're reading this article, you've probably bought (or are considering buying) a second-hand Tern bike or electric bike. And you're probably wondering how to get your bike serviced, or what will happen if you have any issues with your bike.Good news! Here at Tern, we are not concerned with...
Selecting the Right Clubhouse for Your Family
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Selecting the Right Clubhouse for Your Family

Mon, 05/26/2025 - 04:55
With an extensive ecosystem of accessories to suit your needs, Tern cargo bikes and electric cargo bikes help you tackle day-to-day tasks without ever needing to reach for your car keys. Now, if you’re looking to use your bike for school drop-offs or playground runs, you’ll also need a passenger...
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E-Bike Certifications—The Ones That Really Matter for Your Safety

Fri, 11/28/2025 - 01:28
E-bikes have grown in popularity as more people are turning to greener, healthier modes of transportation amidst the worsening climate change. That’s great news—we’re all for reducing society’s reliance on fossil-fuel vehicles and increasing wind-on-face happiness all around!But not all e-bikes are...
Are E-Bikes Safe?
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Are E-Bikes Safe?

Fri, 11/28/2025 - 01:28
If you're interested in getting an e-bike, this is probably a question you have asked yourself. The short answer is yes, electric bikes are as safe as can be. Provided of course, safety has been a priority in each step from the design stage of the bike, to the moment your local bike shop does...
Tern Cargo Guide
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Tern Cargo Guide

Fri, 09/12/2025 - 08:35
Our cargo bikes are designed to be useful, and to carry way more stuff than your regular city bike—so it's important to learn more about how much you can carry, and how to do it safely.How to Carry Cargo on a Tern Cargo BikeAlways follow these two principles when carrying cargo:Stay within the...
QHL Passenger Guide
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How to Safely Carry Passengers on the Tern Quick Haul Long

Mon, 09/01/2025 - 03:49
This article refers to the Quick Haul Long electric cargo bike for families.ContentsTern Passenger SystemWhat is the Quick Haul Long’s load capacity?Quick Haul Long Passenger SetupsWhat is ‘Max Gross Vehicle Weight’?Why does the Max Gross Vehicle Weight matter?How much...
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How to Safely Carry Passengers on the Tern GSD Gen 1 Cargo eBike

Mon, 09/01/2025 - 03:55
This article refers to GSD Gen 1 cargo ebikes. If you'd like to carry passengers on the GSD Gen 2 or Gen 3, click here for our complete list of Passenger Guides.Tern Passenger SystemThe Tern Passenger System is a framework that includes all our passenger-carrying...
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Tern Orox E-Bike and Accessory Mounting Points: Locations and Uses

Fri, 10/31/2025 - 03:55
The Orox is a Tern e-bike created to be a mighty passenger and cargo carrier, so our design team has added a bunch of mounting points for plenty of accessories. But did you know that many Tern accessories also feature handy attachment points for smaller accessories? This article explains their...
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11 Expert Tips for Biking in the Rain

Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:56
Do you live somewhere where winter means lots and lots of rain?If so, you may be wondering how all that precipitation will affect your riding habits.Although rain can be intimidating for some, it doesn't have to stop you from riding. Armed with the right information, you can keep cycling right...
Carrying a Surfboard on the GSD
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Get Surfing Done: Carrying a Surfboard on the GSD

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 05:47
Have you ever considered the idea that GSD might also stand for “get surfing done”? Tern’s very own graphic designer and recreational surfer Zeke Smith tested the Moped Rack by Moved By Bikes (MBB), a company dedicated to creating simple products to get people to do more on their bikes…...
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How to Carry Cargo on the Quick Haul

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 02:14
Thanks to its extra-strong, extra-long rear rack and front Combo Mount, the Quick Haul can carry way more cargo than a typical city bike.This article will explain how much you can carry, provide cargo loading tips, and introduce the Quick Haul’s cargo accessory lineup.ContentsWhat is the Quick Haul...