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Frame Shape

Swoop or classic? Which one?

You can choose from two Edgerunner frame shapes. The big difference is what we call “step-over height”—how high you need to step to get on and off the bike.

The Swoop is our newest frame design, with a lower “step-over height,” so it’s easier to get on and off, even when the bike is fully loaded. That said, the Classic was also designed with a relatively low step-over height, compared with many other bikes. The Classic will also be a better fit for taller folks. And, yes, to some degree the choice is an aesthetic one.

Electrify Your Ride

We believe that we’re in the middle of a transition. Soon, we predict, 95 percent or more of daily cargo-bike and utility-cycling trips will be electric-assisted. For most people, the two main reasons they don’t immediately purchase an electric cargo/utility bicycle are:

1. Cost

We know the technology ain’t cheap, but it is so worth it. Once on a cargo-hauling e-bike, a lot of people feel like they’ve really replaced a car or truck for good. It’s a fast, powerful machine for zipping around town and taking care of business. And Xtracycle uses only the best batteries and drivetrain systems, so our electric-assist EdgeRunner cargo bikes are without a doubt the finest in all the land.

2. Lack of experience or confusion about the technology

Our goal is to help you melt away those obstacles and truly understand the revolutionary nature of electric-assist cargo bicycles. Wanna talk e-cargo bikes? Call us anytime at (888) 537-1401, or e-mail us at support@xtracycle.com.

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WHICH BATTERY IS FOR YOU?

PowerPack 400

Whether visiting friends, enjoying a country bike ride in the fresh air, or doing some errands with an e-bike, the PowerPack 400 delivers the energy required. The light lithium-ion battery is easy to install or remove or can simply be charged using the charging socket on an e-bike. Its long life, ergonomic design, and ease of handling means the PowerPack 400 provides reliable support that is strong on performance.

PowerPack 500

The Bosch PowerPack 500 is the same size as and only slightly heavier than the PowerPack 400 but extends the range. The lithium-ion battery requires about two hours to charge to 50 percent, and the PowerPack 500 takes approximately 4.5 hours to charge with the Bosch Standard Charger. In favorable conditions, tours of up to 55 miles are possible.

DualBattery 800 (400 + 400) or 1,000 (500 + 500)

Bosch’s DualBattery is the perfect solution for tour bikers, long-distance commuters, and cargo bikers. The combination of two Bosch batteries delivers up to 1,000 Watt-hours and can integrate nearly all battery combinations from the manufacturer. The system switches intelligently between the two batteries both during charging and discharging.

Which size Edgerunner is right for you?