A Cargo Bike for Clubs and Associations

Many clubs regularly need the ability to transport equipment or get people quickly from one place to another. Taking balls to the stadium, driving a sick child home, delivering shopping to the soup kitchen – the transport needs of clubs and initiatives are wide-ranging. Not every organisation can, or wants to, buy a car for these purposes, as running one requires space, fuel and maintenance, and comes with tax and insurance costs – quite apart from its impact on the environment. So if a club is looking for a mode of transport that's sustainable and fits well with a modern mobility culture, a cargo bike is the ideal solution.

E-cargo bikes as a replacement for the car

A cargo bike is a good alternative to a car. It takes up less space, is considerably cheaper to buy and run, and is just as fast – in cities, even faster – than a car! Depending on the variant, cargo bikes are excellently suited to transporting heavy and bulky loads, carrying children, or serving as a quick, versatile delivery bike. Cargo bikes really come into their own when it comes to finding somewhere to park, as they can be left just like a normal bicycle. Cargo bikes are, therefore, just as versatile as the requirements of a club or association. From quick meal deliveries for the elderly, to transporting equipment for a sports club, to the option of lending the cargo bike out to every member of the network – the possibilities are practically endless.

Even more affordable thanks to funding

To make buying a cargo bike even more appealing to clubs, who often rely on membership fees and donations to purchase new equipment, national, regional and local authorities, along with other bodies, offer various types of funding. This cargo bike funding covers part of the purchase price, with the level of support varying considerably from scheme to scheme. Check what funding options are available in your region and what the funding guidelines look like. In most cases, private individuals cannot apply for funding, there is usually a limit on how many bikes can be purchased, and rules vary as to whether users are allowed to borrow the bikes or not. Incidentally, our Ca Go bike models are eligible for practically all cargo bike funding schemes.

Lease or buy?

Leasing is another option for clubs looking to acquire a cargo bike. This has many advantages: many leasing providers reduce the overall price, and service and insurance are included, as is a wide range of accessories. However, you need to check the terms of the particular leasing agreement very carefully. Many offers, for instance, apply exclusively to private individuals. There are also differences in the terms of use for the cargo bike, for example how many users are permitted to ride it. And in most cases, you can't apply for funding when leasing, so it's genuinely worth working out exactly what makes more sense for your club.

If you're now considering buying or leasing a cargo bike for your club, choose the right Ca Go bike for you and arrange a test ride at your dealer of choice.

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