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The Carve Mountain is the latest and greatest cargo bike from Babboe. Combining the surefooted stability of the three wheeled Curve with the fantastic controlled maneuverability of the two wheeled City. The powerful Yamaha mid-drive electric-assist motor and the Nuvinci 330 gear hub means you can get up to speed no matter how much weight you are carrying and then stop on a dime with the powerful hydraulic disc brakes.

The innovative “Carve” mechanism lets the bike tilt with the bike when taking corners so despite having two wheels at the front it corners like a regular bike. The front wheels are independent so, instead of steering the whole box - only the wheels steer, giving more control. Turn the tilt steering option off and the bike handles just like a Nihola. The ultimate cargo bike for city safety and weekend adventures.

The rest of the spec does not disappoint with a frame manufactured from tough galvanized Hi-Ten steel which has a chip-resistant powder-coated finish, a marine-grade beech plywood box which has a whopping 100kg capacity, comfortably sits two little ones and has a battery compartment under the bench tucked away from curious hands, this Babboe is designed for perpetual outdoor storage and is a true four-season workhorse!

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Unique three wheeled cargo bike with tilt steering
Independent steering with on/off tilt option
Yamaha 250w Mid-Drive motor will get you up any hill no matter how much weight you are carrying
Yamaha 500W Lithium-Ion Battery will take you up to 80km on a single charge
Nuvinci 330 step-less internal gear hub has a massive 330% gear range
Powerful hydraulic disc brakes for all weather confident braking
Room for two little ones with dual three-point harnesses
Tough galvanized steel frame with a chip-resistant powder-coated finish
Marine grade curved beech plywood box (no sharp edges)
Integrated powerful LED lighting system
Fully enclosed chain guard to keep clothing looking fresh
Maximum Capacity: 180kg (Box=80kg, Rider=100kg)
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BABBOE CARVE MOUNTAIN
FRAME	Hi-Ten Steel, galvanized and powder-coated
BOX	PEFC Certified European Marine Grade Beech Wood - Pressed & Curve
DRIVE UNIT	Yamaha PW series nominal 250W, 70nm torque
BATTERY	Yamaha 500Wh Down Tube Type - 36v
COMPUTER	Yamaha PW series LCD with USB power supply (0.5 A)
COMPUTER MODES	Speed, Battery capacity (%), Average speed, Maximum speed, Trip meter, Odometer, Range, Cadence, Clock
MAX ASSISTED SPEED	25kmh
RANGE ESTIMATE	35 - 80 km
CAHRGE TIME	0-80% - 2 Hours 0-100% - 4 Hours
HEADSET	Sealed
STEM	Stainless steel & Alloy Quill
HANDLEBAR	Alloy City - Swept back
GRIPS	Foam with leather
SEATPOST	Alloy
SEAT	Selle Royale Drifter
BRAKES	Tektro Hydraulic disc (2xFront, 1xRear)
BRAKE LEVERS	Tektro Hydraulic
SHIFTER	Nuvinci Step-Less Twist Shifter
FRONT HUB(S)	Sealed alloy, disc
REAR HUB	Nuvinci 330 continuous transmission (330% range)
SPOKES	Stainless steel, 36H, 13G
RIMS	Weinmann Double walled alloy 36H
TIRES	Schwalbe Big Apple 26x2.125 (rear), Big Apple 20x2.125 (front)
BOTTOM BRACKET	Yamaha Sealed
CRANKS	TCP Forged, 42T, 165mm
COGSET	Nuvinci 22T
PEDALS	Steel axle, resin top
RACK	Optional
FENDERS	Galvanized steel & Powder Coated
LOCK	Abus Cafe Lock
LIGHTING	Integrated LED lighting
KIDS STEP	Multiple Step Ups & Mouse Holes
SEAT BELTS	Dual Three Point Harnesses
BENCHES	One
BIKE DIMENSIONS	216 x 85 x 110 cm
BOX DIMENSIONS	+/- 109 x 68 x 58 (steering side) / 39 (front) cm
RIDER CAPACITY	100kg
BOX CAPACITY	80kg
WEIGHT

BABBOE CARVE MOUNTAIN	FROM	TO
	5' 4"	6' 4"

BABBOE COMPANY HISTORY: Babboe is Europe's largest cargo bike manufacturer and you only have to spend five minutes in Holland to see five or six ride by. No one understands quality like the Dutch, or for that matter, thrift. In Holland, spending money is an act of saving money. Things are made to last, and while they may cost a bit more, they also don't cost a fortune. So, while more expensive brands exist with more bells and whistles, Babboe provides a high quality, low maintenance, rust resistant platform that features marine-grade impact-resistant boxes and Yamaha e-assist motors (which are the very best).

Will this take up a lot of space on the road?

Not really, most bike lanes are 1.5 – 2 meters wide and the Babboe is only 110cm wide, leaving plenty of room for other transport users to pass.

Two-wheeled or three-wheeled?

It really comes down to how much of a learning curve you’re OK with. Trikes like the Nihola and Babboe Carve have the lowest learning curve since they are remarkably stable and feature highly intuitive independent steering. Bikes like the Curve are equally stable but require some learning curve in the steering, since the whole box steers and not just the wheels. Two-wheeled bikes don’t have the stability of the third wheel so they build stability through a long wheelbase (Bullitt bikes are the exception here). This requires a bit of a learning curve, especially when riding at slow speeds since the bike can feel a bit wobbly. But, the advantage of a two-wheeled is that it’s terrific for longer rides (less drag) and it feels the most like a regular bike (if that matters).

Why an e-assist cargo bike?

Several reasons! First, you might carry a lot of weight up in the box, or second, you commute longer distances or have to deal with hills. When buying a cargo bike, we recommend not always thinking about the short-distance errands that constitute most urban life, but also its use for all-day weekend adventures.

Why a mid-drive versus a front or rear drive?

Great question! The e-assist market started with front wheel drives about a decade ago. They weren’t great. On a wet day as you slowed down into a corner the computer might sense (wrongly) that you need a boost and suddenly you’re slipping off the bike while executing a turn. The rear-drive is much better, but is dominated by many unknown players (except Bionx, which is terrific). But, the big problem with rear-drives is that you are forced to use a derailleur system whereas a mid-drive allows for a low maintenance internal gear hub.

Does the battery lock to the bike?
Yep. That’s one expensive chunk of Lithium Ion. It locks on to the rack and only you can remove it with the key provided.

How long does it take to charge the battery?

It takes five hours to charge the battery from flat to full, and there is no problem if you only charge the battery a little bit, halfway, or whatever. You’ll get over 1000 complete charges with the battery which is typically 5+ years of use before a replacement is required.

Is the unit serviceable?

You bet it is. For years the e-assist market was dominated by small fly-by-night companies with good ideas and no balance sheet. The consumer took all the risk and were often left with technical assistance phone numbers that no longer worked. Today’s systems are made by huge players like Bosch, Yamaha, and Shimano – and they are sophisticated, which means they are updateable, diagnosable, and if something does break, fundamentally repairable.

How does this compare to other tilt-steering trikes?

The Babboe Carve is epic. Like the Nihola, the Carve moves away from models like the Big or the Curve - both of which steer by moving the entire box – and uses independent steering. Moreover, the Carve takes the tilt-steering from the Butchers & Bicycles and adds an on/off switch so you the bike won’t tilt over when stopped at traffic lights (with the Butchers & Bicycles you must always put your foot down). The Yamaha engine is truly best-in-class, with more power and more torque than other mid-drive motors. It may not be as light as the Butchers & Bicycles, but with the e-assist, you’ll never feel the weight.

What is this “Nuvinci” system?

Nuvinci is an American company that makes a super wide-range internal gear hub that is ‘infinitely variable,’ meaning you can roll the shifter forwards and backwards and there are no ‘clicks’ for gears. That means you can find the perfect gear for any terrain by twisting the shifter to exactly where you want it. It’s low maintenance and it’s really quite awesome.

Can I store it outside?

You bet! All Babboe bikes are built for perpetual outdoor storage. The steel frames are coated with an anti-rust undercoat and the frame features a super-tough and chip-resistant powder-coat. The box is made of marine-grade plywood sourced from Finland. And, all the mechanical parts are sealed inside the hubs. That means drum brakes (just like a car) and internal gear hubs.

What is the maintenance like?
Very low! Because the Babboe uses internal gears and internal drum brakes the intervals between tune-ups are few and far between. We recommend oil on the chain and air in the tires every three weeks. We also recommend re-varnishing the wood box every 4-5 years.

Can I put a car seat inside?

You sure can. We recommend the Maxi Cosi brand since Babboe makes a very clever adaptor that bolts to the bottom of the box (which features suspension to reduce strain). The other option is the Babboe Baby Seat which is good for kids from 2-8 months (and takes up far less space). As you move from either of these options we recommend the Babboe Toddler seat which usually covers ages 8 to 18 months.

Can I add more seats?

You sure can! Babboe makes an extra bench that installs easily, bringing the kid count from two to four!

What ’s the rear wheel lock good for?

The rear-wheel lock is a clever design built for short in-and-out errands where finding a locking-pole may take longer than the errand. The rear-wheel lock lets you momentarily lock the bike to itself. It’s great if you need to quickly dash in and out to grab a coffee or at the park having a picnic.

This is expensive! Will it get stolen?

Estimates are that over 90% of bicycle theft is tied to cash-for-drugs and this (unfortunately) makes every bike a target. Make sure you buy a good U-lock or a chain and your bike will be safe. You can read more about bike theft here.

What’s the warranty?

Five year warranty for manufacturer defects on frame and fork, two years on Yamaha e-assist and one year on parts (including wood box). Does not include wear and tear

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