maker spotlightA chat with Susann from Rad3
From the Degrowth Conference to 13 plywood products shipping to New Zealand. Susann from Rad3 in Leipzig on how a rental shop became a maker, why she works at a hardware shop on Wednesdays, and the advice I'll remember forever.
maker spotlightKai from Lastenrad-Tuning: 240 ideas, one 3D printer, and a Christmas gift that started it all
26 years at Mercedes-Benz, then a 3D printer for Christmas. How Kai built lastenrad-tuning.com into 240+ cargo bike modification ideas across 50+ brands, and why the community keeps growing.
Apr 19, 2026 brandWhy I ride a long john (and why 40 makers build for it)
Long john vs longtail: the honest, biased opinion from someone who rides a cargo bike every day. The aftermarket argument, the safety argument, and why it doesn't matter as long as you don't get a car.
Apr 12, 2026 guideGPS Trackers for Cargo Bikes: Aftermarket Options for Every Platform
AirTag vs dedicated GPS. Motor-integrated, handlebar-hidden, and standalone options compared. Insurance requirements, recovery rates, and 5-year costs.
Apr 8, 2026 guideProtect Your Cargo Bike: Insurance, Theft, and What To Do When It Happens
How to insure your cargo bike, reduce theft risk, and exactly what to do if it gets stolen. Country guides for Denmark, Germany, UK, and Belgium.
Apr 7, 2026 guideHow to ride a cargo bike with your dog: the complete guide
Dog boxes, harnesses, and practical tips for riding a cargo bike with your dog. Two wheels vs three wheels: the honest take.
Apr 7, 2026 brandCargo bikes vs cars: an objective comparison nobody asked for
We compared cargo bikes to cars using real data. We tried to be fair. We failed. The numbers did all the damage on their own.
Apr 5, 2026 guideCargo Bike Locks & Theft Protection: What Your Insurer Actually Requires
Sold Secure, ART, VdS: which lock certification does your insurer require? Country-by-country requirements, recommended locks, and the rules that void your claim.
Apr 4, 2026 brandWhy Omnium is the second platform on OpenCargo
If I were building OpenCargo to promote the Bullitt, Omnium would be the last bike I'd add. We literally compete for the same wall space. I added them second because they represent exactly what this is about.
Mar 25, 2026 brandHow we choose which bikes get listed on OpenCargo
Not every cargo bike belongs here. Three criteria, no exceptions, and the uncomfortable part about working for one of the brands we list.
Mar 25, 2026 brandHow I built opencargo.bike without knowing how to code
A sales guy, an AI, and 27 cargo bike makers walk into a terminal. What happened next took three weeks and probably should not have worked.
Mar 21, 2026