The Ultimate Electric Cargo Bikes: Pedego Cargo vs. Urtopia Joy Carbon

Welcome to Practical Pick, our new video series where we talk about electric bikes, what we love most about them, and provide you with a side-by-side comparison of the e-bikes we sell here at Practical Cycle.

In our first episode we talk about electric cargo bikes, which are a fantastic option if you’re looking for a bike that can truly function as a car replacement. Whether you need something that can get you and the whole family around town or want a bike that can carry all your gear (from laptops to groceries), we’re going to show you two of our favorite models, the Pedego Cargo and the Urtopia Joy Carbon.

Meet the Pedego Cargo: The SUV of Electric Bikes

Who is this E-Bike Best Suited for?

You can consider this bike the SUV of e-bikes. It’s great for anyone who wants to have passengers on the back, be it adults or kids. Also, it’s got an amazing 400-pound capacity so if you want to carry a lot of gear, this e-bike is perfect for that.

What Kind of Terrain Can You Ride?

You’ll notice that the Pedego Cargo is equipped with fat tires. These are 20″x4″ tires with a good tread pattern, allowing you to go off the beaten path. This is a good multi-use trail bike.

How Far Can You Ride?

The Pedego Cargo e-bike, when equipped with the dual battery system, can go up to 132 miles.

Here’s What We Love Most About the Pedego Cargo

The main reason we love this bike is because it’s the ultimate car replacement. It can carry up to 400 pounds, you can add several accessories for extra storage (i.e., the incredibly roomy pannier bag), it already includes the middle compartment (which stores a LOT!), and it can take your family on many adventures!

Meet the Urtopia Joy Carbon: The E-Bike That Brings Joy to All

Who is this E-Bike Best Suited for?

The Urtopia Joy Carbon caters to a broad range of riders, given its very accessible step-through frame. It can also carry up to 330 pounds – that’s rider plus accessories and cargo. With this model, you can purchase a separate rear seat (that can hold a child up to about 70 pounds).

What Kind of Terrain Can You Ride?

Thanks to the Joy’s fat tires, it’s considered an all-terrain bike. You can ride on paved trails, and you can go off-road on dirt and gravel paths.

How Far Can You Ride?

The Urtopia Joy Carbon comes equipped with a 14.7 amp-hour battery which has a range of up to 70 miles.

Here’s What We Love Most About the Urtopia Joy Carbon

Some of the reasons we really like this bike are because:

1.  Its step-through frame makes it very accessible;
2.  It’s made of carbon fiber, so it’s about 50 pounds which make it much lighter and easy to lift; and
3.  The fat tires give you a smooth and stable ride.

Let’s Look at Some of the Key Differences

Schedule a Demo Ride

Want to test ride either (or both) of these electric cargo bikes? Schedule a sales appointment with our team and we’ll set you up with a demo ride. We’ll show you all the great features of each bike, their capabilities, and let you take a spin!