A Bullitt is built for the so-called “last mile” – those everyday distances that are too far to walk, too short to justify driving. These are the trips that shape urban life: picking up groceries, getting to work, dropping off kids, chasing coffee. A bicycle bridges those gaps with freedom, flow, and connection. And while we could go on about the time and money a Bullitt saves – or how it keeps you more rooted in your neighbourhood—this story is about everything it can do beyond the daily grind. In a world where many cargo bikes are marketed like suburban SUVs, the Bullitt takes a different path. Where others offer excess, the Bullitt offers efficiency. It’s half the weight of most competitors, yet unmatched in global reputation for strength. With or without electric assist – whether you’re tackling Ontario hills or BC switchbacks – a Bullitt is one of the only cargo bikes you’ll want to pedal on a long trip.
Urban Microadventures
The beauty of a microadventure is its simplicity. Coined by adventurer Alastair Humphreys, the idea is to pack a bit of adventure into the margins of everyday life—quick overnight escapes, riverside dinners, sunrise coffees in the park. These aren’t epic expeditions; they’re small, local trips that break routine and reconnect you with the outdoors.
A Bullitt cargo bike is the perfect partner for this kind of living. With its generous platform and nimble handling, it makes it easy to carry a camp stove, picnic setup, folding chairs, even a small tent or sleeping bag – no car required. You can ride out after work, cook dinner under the sky, and cruise home again before bed. Or sleep out and be back by breakfast. Whether it’s a beach BBQ, a backyard forest sleepover, or a solo ride to a quiet hilltop, the Bullitt turns the city edge into your adventure zone. Here are some inspiring microadventures that we love:
- We love this day in the life with Just Normal, including a brief stop for pour over coffee.
- Just a day out with Sherlock the Dog in Calgary
- Follow the adventures of Family Ride in Portland Oregon
Weekend Escapes by Bullitt
You don’t need dual batteries, full suspension, or a survivalist mindset to camp with a bike. With a Bullitt, camping trips can be easy, social, and accessible. Roll up to a provincial park, plug in the battery, and go for a swim! Thanks to its lightweight frame and high payload capacity, the Bullitt makes it surprisingly simple to bring your family, your gear, and your sense of fun along for the ride.
Unlike most cargo bikes, the Bullitt doesn’t bog you down. It rides more like a quick city bike. And, that really matters when you’re climbing hills, covering longer distances, or detouring for ice cream. You can load up a tent, sleeping bags, food, and even a toddler or two, without the bike turning into deadweight. And while some people swear by full-suspension setups and oversized motors, we’ve found that a simpler build works better for real-world trips. A spare battery (if you need it), or a quick battery top-up over lunch and a beer, is usually all it takes. In short: you don’t need to be a bikepacking purist to get outside. You just need a Bullitt, a clear day, and a bit of curiosity. The rest will pack itself.
- Take the entire family on a cargo bike trip with Bjorn Harvig and family
- Look out for Chad’s blog (coming soon!). That’s his bike parked at Darlington Provincial Park, a short ride from downtown Toronto.
Where the Pavement Ends, the Bullitt Begins
For riders chasing gravel roads, fire trails, and remote campgrounds, the Bullitt has become a highly capable bikepacking rig. Across Europe and beyond, there’s a growing community of Bullitt riders using the bike not just for groceries or commuting, but for real off-road adventure. And it’s easy to see why. At just 45 pounds (without motor or accessories), the Bullitt is in a class of its own: a cargo bike that doesn’t feel like one.
Most bikepacking setups – minus the bike – add about 20 to 30 pounds of gear, depending on the trip. That puts a loaded, acoustic Bullitt in the range of 65 to 75 pounds, still far lighter than many full-suspension e-bikes before you even add bags. That weight difference matters – especially on climbs or multi-day trips where plug-in power isn’t always an option. The Bullitt’s stiff aluminum frame and long wheelbase make it surprisingly capable on rough roads, and many riders prefer it unassisted for the control, reliability, and range it offers. Here are some inspiring bikepacking trips on Bullitts:
- Check out this mesmerizing video by Andreas Hammershøj of the Barfoed Cykler Route in Denmark
- The Welsh mountains? By cargo bike? Well, it didn’t always work out but that’s half the fun.
- Kids and cargo in tow for the Swift Campout in New Mexico
Giddyup!
