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= Issues with riding a cargo bike =
trouvé sur http://cyclelogistics.eu
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| Riding a cargo bike
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* Wider turning circle
* Handling when riding with a load (and also when empty)
* Increased braking and stopping distances
* Cargo bike length and width when filtering/riding in traffic
* Road positioning
* Limited visibility of area in front of rider (when load is on the front)
* Riding off-road
* Handling a trike where there is a significant road camber
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| Loading and unloading
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* Correct way of loading a cargo bike
* Accessing the box for loading/unloading
* Maximum load capacity of the cargo bike
* Handling heavy items
* Weather protection and securing access
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| Parking
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* Using the cargo bike cycle stand
* Immobilisation when not in use
* Finding a safe place to park
* Using a stationary brake
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| Health & Safety
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* Rider minimum equipment (high viz jacket)
* Riding a cargo bike at night (lighting requirements)
* Lifting & handling loads
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| Assessing rider ability
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* Rider needs to be confident in traffic ([http://bikeability.org.uk/what/ Bikeability Level 3] trained)
* Ability to signal when riding with a load
* Minimum rider height
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| Other
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* Differences when either pushing or pulling a load
* Minimum tool kit required in cargo bike
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