Muli: Forget everything you thought you knew about cargo bikes

The face of our major cities is changing. Across New Zealand, new urban developments—townhouses and apartments—are increasingly being built without traditional car parks, reflecting modern urban planning and the removal of minimum parking requirements. Simultaneously, city councils are investing heavily, creating vast, safe networks of protected cycle lanes. In this new landscape, relying on a bulky car is becoming expensive and impractical.

The revolutionary, German-engineered Muli Cargo Bike has arrived at Action Bicycle Club at the perfect moment. This is the first time a product combining such incredible load capacity with a uniquely compact, space-saving design—thanks to its clever folding basket—has been officially available here. The Muli is poised to transform the daily school run, the weekly shop, and urban logistics across the country, making two wheels the smartest way to live.

The Urban Storage Marvel: Folding Away the Clutter

The Muli’s core design ethos is built around solving the biggest problem of cargo bikes: space. While traditional ‘long-john’ bikes commit to an extended frame, the Muli introduces a feature that is pure genius: the folding basket.

This robust, low-slung cargo tub is engineered to carry significant weight, but when empty, it can be collapsed flat in a matter of seconds.

Inner-City Compactness: This functionality dramatically reduces the bike’s footprint, making the Muli manageable for tight apartment hallways, elevators, and crowded bike storage rooms. You no longer need a separate garage just for your cargo bike.
Nimble Handling: Furthermore, the Muli is built around smaller wheels (typically a 20-inch front wheel), which contribute to a super low centre of gravity. The result is a ride that feels remarkably nimble and stable, even when fully loaded, making light work of dodging traffic and navigating cycle paths.

Heaps of Configuration Options for Every Lifestyle

The Muli isn’t just one bike; it’s a platform that adapts to your needs, whether you’re a family, a commuter, or a small business owner. The different configurations ensure you’re always equipped for the task at hand.

1. The Classic (Family & Errands)

The standard Muli Classic is the ultimate multi-tasker, centered around its folding basket:

Family Carrier: The basket is perfectly sized to integrate child seats, allowing you to transport up to two young children safely and comfortably. When the kids are at school, fold the seat inserts away and you have a massive storage area.
Shopping Powerhouse: The open basket provides ample room for a full week’s grocery haul. Say goodbye to balancing bags on handlebars! The basket supports an impressive payload of around 20 kg.
Pet Transport: From small dogs to furry feline friends, the pet configuration offers a safe way to bring your pets along for the ride.

2. The BOX (Trade & Transport)

For serious hauling, the Muli BOX configuration steps up. Designed with professional users in mind, this version replaces the classic basket with a dedicated, sturdy loading platform. This is ideal for:

Tradespeople: Carrying tools, equipment, or small ladders.
Deliveries: Securely transporting larger, bulkier goods for local retail or delivery services.

Your Urban Solution is Here

The Muli is a product born in Cologne, Germany, built with a commitment to fair production and quality. Its ingenious combination of high capacity and folding compactness represents a truly unique innovation in the cargo bike market—and that’s exactly why we at Action Bicycle Club wanted to be the ones to bring it to New Zealand.

We believe the Muli is the perfect vehicle for a nation embracing density and two-wheeled transport. It’s more than just a bicycle; it’s the key to a simpler, more efficient, and more enjoyable inner-city life.

It’s time to reclaim your commute, reduce your carbon footprint, and enjoy the ride—with the Muli leading the way. Come and see this unique cargo bike and its folding basket setup in person at our shop.