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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/7654367

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I personally think it could be a great alternative to cars and bikes for those who need to take a whole family somewhere or a decent amount of stuff.

Only modifications I would make would be ride-by-wire and an extra set of pedals (so you can have two people pedalling without the annoyance of normal tandem bikes having to pedal at the same rate), and a more powerful motor (only 250W is legal in France, where this was designed, whereas 500W is legal here in Canada)

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[–] Maeve@kbin.social 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I think it’sa wonderful idea. Maybe some sort of removable panels for inclement weather?

[–] Fried_out_Kombi@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

I've seen at least some picture or videos where they have a detachable wind/rain screen for the front. Would probably help a lot with rain, wind, and snow.

Edit: found it: https://youtu.be/yDrjuy76_pg?si=eOPy6l8a5ikp4S8e

[–] Maeve@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago