Rad Power Bikes RadWagon 5
The RadWagon 5 is the value-focused longtail e-cargo that makes hauling accessible to the widest audience by pairing a dependable electric drivetrain with a user-friendly platform at a noticeably lower price than premium competitors. For buyers prioritizing cost-effectiveness and straightforward utility over compact folding or boutique components, it undercuts models like the Tern GSD and Surly Big Easy while still delivering solid range and load capability for everyday cargo and family runs.
Roomy cargo (picnic-ready)
Simple controls (no fuss)
Roomy cargo (picnic-ready)
Simple controls (no fuss)
Review Summary
"Users praise the RadWagon 5 for offering exceptional value with strong torque and roomy cargo capacity, though it's heavy and some components feel budget-grade after extended use."
Great value (wallet wins)
Affordable longtail e-bike with a powerful rear hub motor tuned for city cargo and daily commuting.
Great value (wallet wins)
Affordable longtail e-bike with a powerful rear hub motor tuned for city cargo and daily commuting.
Time-Saving Convenience
Eco-Friendly Living
The RadWagon 5 is the value-focused longtail e-cargo that makes hauling accessible to the widest audience by pairing a dependable electric drivetrain with a user-friendly platform at a noticeably lower price than premium competitors. For buyers prioritizing cost-effectiveness and straightforward utility over compact folding or boutique components, it undercuts models like the Tern GSD and Surly Big Easy while still delivering solid range and load capability for everyday cargo and family runs.
Roomy cargo (picnic-ready)
Simple controls (no fuss)
Great value (wallet wins)
Affordable longtail e-bike with a powerful rear hub motor tuned for city cargo and daily commuting.
Integrated longtail frame and rear rack with modular accessory compatibility for kids, bags and crates.
Roomy cargo (picnic-ready)
Simple controls (no fuss)
Great value (wallet wins)
Affordable longtail e-bike with a powerful rear hub motor tuned for city cargo and daily commuting.
Integrated longtail frame and rear rack with modular accessory compatibility for kids, bags and crates.
$1,900-2,400 USD
Tern GSD S10
The Tern GSD S10 is the market-leading compact longtail that differentiates itself through a space-saving, highly configurable design and upmarket components that command a premium price but deliver exceptional versatility for urban households. Compared with bulkier longtails such as the Surly Big Easy or budget-focused RadWagon, the GSD S10 trades raw cargo volume for superior packing flexibility, higher-quality drivetrain options, and a smaller footprint that fits in apartments or car trunks, justifying its higher cost for buyers who need adaptability and refinement.
Compact footprint (elevator-friendly)
High payload (tiny truck)
Compact footprint (elevator-friendly)
High payload (tiny truck)
Review Summary
"Owners rate the Tern GSD S10 very highly for its compact footprint, premium build quality, and ability to carry heavy loads while remaining maneuverable, with complaints mostly about the high price."
Car-like ride (smooth)
Highly compact longtail platform engineered to carry heavy loads and multiple passengers while remaining elevator- and garage-friendly.
Car-like ride (smooth)
Highly compact longtail platform engineered to carry heavy loads and multiple passengers while remaining elevator- and garage-friendly.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Tern GSD S10 is the market-leading compact longtail that differentiates itself through a space-saving, highly configurable design and upmarket components that command a premium price but deliver exceptional versatility for urban households. Compared with bulkier longtails such as the Surly Big Easy or budget-focused RadWagon, the GSD S10 trades raw cargo volume for superior packing flexibility, higher-quality drivetrain options, and a smaller footprint that fits in apartments or car trunks, justifying its higher cost for buyers who need adaptability and refinement.
Compact footprint (elevator-friendly)
High payload (tiny truck)
Car-like ride (smooth)
Highly compact longtail platform engineered to carry heavy loads and multiple passengers while remaining elevator- and garage-friendly.
Robust drivetrain and premium components built for frequent, heavy use and hill-climbing in urban environments.
Compact footprint (elevator-friendly)
High payload (tiny truck)
Car-like ride (smooth)
Highly compact longtail platform engineered to carry heavy loads and multiple passengers while remaining elevator- and garage-friendly.
Robust drivetrain and premium components built for frequent, heavy use and hill-climbing in urban environments.
$7,000-9,000 USD
Yuba Spicy Curry V3
The Yuba Spicy Curry V3 stakes its leadership on maximum payload and a modular accessory ecosystem, making it ideal for users who need heavy-duty hauling and child-transport solutions without sacrificing rideability. Technically optimized for carrying big loads and customizable with deck extensions and passenger gear, it offers a tougher, purpose-built alternative to commuter-oriented bikes like the Benno Boost E and a more capable hauling platform than the RadWagon at a price that reflects its cargo-centric engineering.
Brute hauling (load champ)
Quick acceleration (zip zap)
Brute hauling (load champ)
Quick acceleration (zip zap)
Review Summary
"Riders appreciate the Yuba Spicy Curry V3 for its powerful Bosch motor, stable longtail platform, and excellent hauling performance, with trade-offs in weight and a premium price point."
Kid-ready deck (school-run pro)
Long, stiff frame and extended deck optimized for large payloads, child seats, and bulky loads.
Kid-ready deck (school-run pro)
Long, stiff frame and extended deck optimized for large payloads, child seats, and bulky loads.
Recreational Enjoyment
Eco-Friendly Living
The Yuba Spicy Curry V3 stakes its leadership on maximum payload and a modular accessory ecosystem, making it ideal for users who need heavy-duty hauling and child-transport solutions without sacrificing rideability. Technically optimized for carrying big loads and customizable with deck extensions and passenger gear, it offers a tougher, purpose-built alternative to commuter-oriented bikes like the Benno Boost E and a more capable hauling platform than the RadWagon at a price that reflects its cargo-centric engineering.
Brute hauling (load champ)
Quick acceleration (zip zap)
Kid-ready deck (school-run pro)
Long, stiff frame and extended deck optimized for large payloads, child seats, and bulky loads.
High-torque electric assist tuned for steep hills and fast acceleration with cargo onboard.
Brute hauling (load champ)
Quick acceleration (zip zap)
Kid-ready deck (school-run pro)
Long, stiff frame and extended deck optimized for large payloads, child seats, and bulky loads.
High-torque electric assist tuned for steep hills and fast acceleration with cargo onboard.
$6,000-7,800 USD
Benno Boost E
The Benno Boost E occupies the sweet spot between nimble commuter performance and practical cargo capability, pairing responsive handling and integrated accessories that appeal to urban riders who want a sporty longtail without the bulk of full cargo rigs. Financially positioned between budget and premium models, it provides higher-quality fit-and-finish than entry-level options like the RadWagon while remaining more affordable and maneuverable than some heavy-duty longtails such as the Surly Big Easy.
Urban agility (lane ninja)
Built-in racks (gear ready)
Urban agility (lane ninja)
Built-in racks (gear ready)
Review Summary
"Benno Boost E users like its nimble handling, versatile cargo options, and strong mid-drive assistance, though some find it expensive and a bit heavy for frequent lifting or transport."
Smooth assist (silky power)
Blends nimble handling with a longtail cargo deck for everyday urban errands and weekend trips.
Smooth assist (silky power)
Blends nimble handling with a longtail cargo deck for everyday urban errands and weekend trips.
Time-Saving Convenience
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Eco-Friendly Living
The Benno Boost E occupies the sweet spot between nimble commuter performance and practical cargo capability, pairing responsive handling and integrated accessories that appeal to urban riders who want a sporty longtail without the bulk of full cargo rigs. Financially positioned between budget and premium models, it provides higher-quality fit-and-finish than entry-level options like the RadWagon while remaining more affordable and maneuverable than some heavy-duty longtails such as the Surly Big Easy.
Urban agility (lane ninja)
Built-in racks (gear ready)
Smooth assist (silky power)
Blends nimble handling with a longtail cargo deck for everyday urban errands and weekend trips.
Well-balanced geometry and suspension options that keep the bike stable under variable loads.
Urban agility (lane ninja)
Built-in racks (gear ready)
Smooth assist (silky power)
Blends nimble handling with a longtail cargo deck for everyday urban errands and weekend trips.
Well-balanced geometry and suspension options that keep the bike stable under variable loads.
$4,000-5,500 USD
Surly Big Easy
The Surly Big Easy is the heavy-duty, steel-framed longtail that prioritizes durability, load tolerance and long-term serviceability, making it the go-to for commercial and serious hauling applications that exceed what lighter platforms offer. While pricier and less compact than the Tern GSD or as value-driven as the RadWagon, its rugged construction and conservative engineering deliver a lower lifetime cost for riders who demand robustness and ease of maintenance under frequent, heavy use.
Steel backbone (tank-like)
Touring comfort (long miles)
Steel backbone (tank-like)
Touring comfort (long miles)
Review Summary
"The Surly Big Easy is praised for a durable steel frame, smooth Bosch assistance, and utility-focused design that feels rock-solid; reviewers note its substantial weight and premium cost but call it highly reliable."
Cargo champ (beast mode)
Sturdy steel chassis and relaxed geometry focused on durability and a comfortable, stable ride with cargo.
Cargo champ (beast mode)
Sturdy steel chassis and relaxed geometry focused on durability and a comfortable, stable ride with cargo.
Eco-Friendly Living
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The Surly Big Easy is the heavy-duty, steel-framed longtail that prioritizes durability, load tolerance and long-term serviceability, making it the go-to for commercial and serious hauling applications that exceed what lighter platforms offer. While pricier and less compact than the Tern GSD or as value-driven as the RadWagon, its rugged construction and conservative engineering deliver a lower lifetime cost for riders who demand robustness and ease of maintenance under frequent, heavy use.
Steel backbone (tank-like)
Touring comfort (long miles)
Cargo champ (beast mode)
Sturdy steel chassis and relaxed geometry focused on durability and a comfortable, stable ride with cargo.
Simple, reliable components and a focus on low-maintenance robustness for year-round use.
Steel backbone (tank-like)
Touring comfort (long miles)
Cargo champ (beast mode)
Sturdy steel chassis and relaxed geometry focused on durability and a comfortable, stable ride with cargo.
Simple, reliable components and a focus on low-maintenance robustness for year-round use.
$5,500-7,000 USD