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Getting to Know the Mundo-38 miles

3/23/2012

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Before. They sure are digging the new Big Rig.
The Mundo has made me actually want to get out of the house and make as many trips as possible. When I’m driving, it’s always “what is the least I can do?” I plan the shortest route and then still feel guilty about taking the car. Since the Mundo has been here, she’s been beckoning me to take the long way home and finish up that one last errand. She makes me want to ride. We did 18 miles on Wednesday and again on Thursday. Being on the bike gives me the freedom to do what I want to do. Sure, it takes a little longer but I’m getting exercise, fresh air, and I’m setting a great example for my kids. 

The boys are loving the bike too. Big Brother has already figured out how to climb up the bike to get into his seat on his own. The Stand Alone is strong enough to hold the bike steady while his 35 lbs shimmies up the rack and into his Peanut Shell. The only issue is that he needs a better foot-hold so he’s not stepping onto the chain. This is exactly why Yuba makes the Foot Pegs, which I think will be one of our next purchases in the near future. It has also been quite easy to put Little Brother in the front seat while Big Brother is getting into the back seat and, once both are buckled in, the Mundo is still holding strong for me to finish up grabbing the locks, rolling up my pants leg, and strapping on my helmet. I can do all this without precariously balancing the boys and the bike and the load. 

Once we get going (finally), I’ve really noticed the difference between this setup and the trailer rig. They are both slow to get going but the Mundo is considerably faster, averaging about 13 miles an hour in stop-and-go traffic. The trailer was lucky to get 10-11 mph. The weight is dispersed differently. I could always feel the trailer’s weight putting a strain on my back--nothing from the Yuba. Balancing is a bit harder on the Mundo but that’s mostly the handling from the extra bodies we’re carrying. I can feel Big Brother as he turns to look around and Little Brother likes to wave at nobody in particular. Even in just the few days I’ve ridden the Mundo, I’ve found my self loosening my grip and making tighter turns and faster maneuvers. I can get into smaller spaces and squeeze through gates without getting stuck as often. Except for starting from a dead stop, I feel pretty zippy. 

The only thing that doesn’t feel like it’s working out is the iBert. He and I don’t get along very well. It was tolerable once I pushed my saddle back and pushed the ‘Bert as far forward as possible but it still didn’t leave much breathing space while straddling the top tube. Also, once Little Brother starts to fall asleep, his little head bobs around and eventually tries to rest against my arm. It’s not very comfortable for either of us. Our next plan is to give the Yepp Mini a shot and see how that works out. It seems to have a higher back and a sleeping bar. I’ll let you all know how it goes next week. 

Overall, I am thrilled with our new setup. I am really looking forward to testing out some longer rides and see how it handles then. 

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Ice cream and merry-go-rounds, perfect biking bribes. (Notice Big Brother's classic "Cheese!" face)
2 Comments
Lindsay link
3/24/2012 11:34:53 am

Hey Elle-
where to start--
Firstly, CONGRATS! It's a wonderful bike and you are rocking it from day one!
Secondly- your kids are lovely, and adorable!

Regarding seats- I can see why the iBert would be awkward- nice for little trips but not suitable for nap length utility rides. Will the other seat you are going to try go on the back or on the front? Do you have a preference in regards to kids and luggage set up? I was just wondering if front basket and two peanuts would work? I reckon you might be able to still get those panniers on there with two peanuts if you finagled something...always a challenge to get set up right but totally fun!

happy riding!

Lindsay

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Dale
3/24/2012 03:18:19 pm

Awesome photos & bike lifestyle info. Keep on rocking!

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