At Lug+Carrie, our community is built by people who know that “Mum” is more than just a title—it’s the person who remembers the library bags, navigates the school run, and somehow keeps the family schedule from imploding.
Whether you’re a mum, a grandmother, a mother figure, or you’re part of the village, this Mothers’ Day we’re celebrating you.
We thought we’d go behind the scenes and talk to the mums on our own team about the reality of life on two wheels. The overall verdict? They’re nailing life. Here is how an electric cargo bike for mums changed the game for our own crew.
Harriet: Lug+Carrie Marketeer and School Bus Pilot
Harriet’s kids have grown up on the back of a Lug+Carrie, starting when they were just 18 months and 4 years old.
After nearly 8,000km, their Tern GSD (affectionately known as the School Bus) is less of a bike and more of a way of life. Harriet loves that the morning commute has turned from a chore into a way to bring a bit of random joy to her and the kids as well as the rest of the neighbourhood.
Johanna: Lug+Carrie Business Partnerships and Beach Cruiser
Moving from Germany, Johanna was worried that riding in Australia might be a challenge.
While she’s more careful on the roads here, she now uses her GSD for almost everything. It’s her secret to the perfect beach day (no sand in the pram!).
Though it does have one downside: her 2-year-old is such a fan of the ride that, if the trip is too short, he’s been known to protest with a few kicks to her back.
Sara: Lug+Carrie Melbourne Crew and Traffic Dodger
Sara’s “aha” moment came at a sketchy, steep, roundabout riding a regular bike, where she thought her riding days with her daughter were over.
Switching to the Tern Quick Haul didn’t just make her feel safer (because she can take off quicker); it brought the fun back.
Now, they spend their commutes playing games—guessing what’s inside the shipping containers they pass, where the silliest answer always wins.
Marie: Lug+Carrie Brisbane Crew and Mood-Booster
Marie’s “Big Black Bike” is the ultimate bribe for her kids. It’s the only thing that can turn a daycare meltdown into an adventure mission. By the time she drops the kids off, they’ve had their fill of fresh air and she’s feeling ready for her work day.
Marie realised it was more than just a bike when it went in for a service and she had to use the car for a couple of days—an experience she describes as “never again.”
Jojo: Lug+Carrie Melbourne Crew and Back of the Bike Mentor
Jojo is proof that you don’t have to outgrow a cargo bike. Whether she’s heading to the Fitzroy pool, the markets, or out on a date night, the HSD is her go-to.
Her favourite part? It’s the one place her 15-year-old son actually opens up and talks. There’s something about being on the back of the bike that beats sitting in a car every time.
Ready to join the village?
Ready to ditch the car-bound commute for a bit of fresh air? Whether you’re hauling toddlers, teens, or a very pampered dog, we’re here to help. You can gift yourself (or a mother figure in your life) a 4-week trial from just $49/pw — it’s just enough time to find your secret bike paths and realise that life is always better in the bike lane.
