Douze (bicycle manufacturer)
Douze is a French company that makes cargo bikes . The name Douze (French: twelve) can be traced back to the first public presentation of the company's first model on December 12, 2012.
Models and possible uses
All of the manufacturer's models are single-track, which means they drive on two wheels and the loading area is between the front wheel and the handlebars. Cargo bikes of this type are also called Long Johns and were already in use in the 1920s. In recent years, cargo bikes of this type have made a comeback, as they are particularly suitable for longer journeys and a faster and more sporty driving style. The company offers two frame models. The Messenger has a curved top tube, the Traveler has a deep step-through.
In addition, the V2 series wheels can be divided using a special quick release. This offers advantages during transport, should the bike be B. can be transported in a car but also during storage, since it can be divided more easily into z. B. the basement can be transported and needs little space. In addition, the front part of the bike is available in three different sizes. Depending on your needs, the size of the loading area can be adjusted. The front part of the frame is made of aluminum, the rear part of steel.
The manufacturer's cargo bikes can be put together individually using a configurator. Different gear shifts, electric drives and superstructures for the loading area are possible. This means that the Douze can be used in a wide variety of ways. The wheels are z. B. used as transport bikes by craft businesses, courier services and as family vehicles. The company, which sells its bikes worldwide, has its largest sales market in Germany, followed by France. Douze is also aimed at a sporty clientele who see daily driving as a form of exercise. Douze bicycles are also used in cargo bike races.
Douze cargo bikes are steered by means of a cable steering, which makes it possible to turn the front wheel over 75 degrees to the right or left. Cable steering allows a smaller turning circle than with steering systems using a handlebar that were customary up to that point. Douze said it was the first manufacturer to bring this type of steering onto the market in 2012.
Individual evidence
- ^ Douze Cycles | COMPANIES. Retrieved on November 21, 2019 (German).
- ↑ Advisor Cargobikes: Which cargo bike is right for me? - ADFC Berlin. Retrieved November 21, 2019 .
- ^ Douze Cycles | DOUZE Cycles UP30e. Retrieved on November 21, 2019 (German).
- ↑ How's Urban Arrow and Douze Cycles doing? July 14, 2017, accessed on November 21, 2019 (German).
- ^ Douze Cycles | DOUZE Cycles UP30e. Retrieved on November 21, 2019 (German).