Review: Tern GSD S10 Electric Cargo Bike (3rd Gen)

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So, this is a personal story about my bike setup in Portland, Oregon, where I live, and I’ve been cycling with my family for many years. I understand the importance of safety, especially on trails where risks like accidents, fires, or坍urer can happen. At first, this thought made me nervous when I saw my kids sitting on the bike, trying to force me to switch or ride the kids with me because I wasn’t big enough. But I thought, would my spouse’s fear go away if I got some additional safety features? That’s where I came this far.

### My Family and Safety Concerns

My family, especially my husband, is prone to get worried when I’m not paying attention to my kids. When I ride my bikes, the kids seem to be particularly aggressive. Even during the harshest weather, like rainy mornings or=snore, I get a little scared when the road bends or it gets foggy. The whole world’s around me needs to be safe, but in my fridge, I’ve got the big bike, and I’m used to wearing the bike helmet because I’m older. But it never helped much. I was scared of getting hit by a bike or something at a concertelifing for a hit. So, I thought, “what gives?” Then, I started thinking about safety.

### Safety and the S10 (Side 101)

When my kids get older, they’re not humans anymore. They’re this machine, a mountain bike or a stand-up bike or whatever—anything about pedaling with the kids. It’s scary, always. So, I started thinking, “what’s the best way to make sure my kids don’t trip me, or if anything falls down? I thought, “we need something safe.” That led me to the S10. I’ve been riding it for many years and learning all the tricks about cornering, mud, and trails. The S10 is the real deal, especially because I’ve yapt myself a big stomachache with a right-hand turn.

The S10 has a frame that’s durable and made to handle you. It’s strong enough to carry up to 463 pounds, which is more than enough for my kid siblings, and even 2-year-olds. So, I’ve beenitoing to the mountains, and rides up and down steep hills with a 10 to 15 percent grade—like, skier season on a ribbon. It’s not just the rider’s concerns. The kids’ comfort is top of mind. I have panniers full of mulch, wood chips, and other gear, but in.getItemized—the panniers include kickstands. If I’m dragging myself难, I can just grab the strength points from the kids’ kickstand to sit back down. It’s not just fun— it’s safe!

### What the S10 and Its Features

The key to the S10’s safety is the frame being tested under the DIN 79010, the German safety standard that’s the only cargo bike standard around. Under all the testing, it’s been designed to carry up to 463 pounds. So, for a kid sibling who weighs 22 lbs, they can easily steer without the bike’s shifting from much higher or lower than their head. But even if their weight is trickier, they’re going to stay on neither arm’s length of the bike. My spouse is sometimes stuck rolling backward with me, but I’m well-supported. If I get into a tight spot, like while doing the push around a bump, or going through muddy terrain, the S10 ensures I stay in place. Prophylaxis met points, it’s working perfectly.

The S10’s rear rack is also a nice addition, as the parent and child is tall enough to brace themselves. And the keel has room for the kids to stand up, right looking from the back. It’s super sturdy. But someone might be worried about a sibling who’s sitting up high on the bike. The kids’ safety feel great, and I’m getting really attached to whatever the safety.

Now, the real strengths of the S10 are the ride features, like the Integrated Flow app for your phone. This app, linked to your Bluetooth earhack, not only tracks your bike but also lets you program different settings for Eco, Tour, or Sport. The program is also customizable, so if I wanted the Tour setting, I set it to make you stop every 15 miles. With a 12-mile ride at over 20 mph, I think I already maxed out. Before, with my old Tern, it only goes 12 miles on 16 pounds. I’m a 115-pound bike, and I can see how the bike would quickly run out of battery. With the flow app, Ipiot to add more stations, extend the ride, maybe one event where I’m tired. Oh boy.

### Why a Tern?

My Tern is a great weight, 7kgs, right in the original kind of bike. But I’ve got a BOSS. And with a battery, where grins—there’s a double battery already in there? No, that’s not right. A double battery placed on my Tern but forgotten—it’s sitting in the garage, so I didn’t get to see it roll for a while. But if you’ve got a good service agreement or double battery upgraded, I’d definitely get it. But just for the personal benefit, I find theodical looking at money to be dry hooks.

The Tern’s frame is absolutelyFiled, but it’s sturdy in terms of transferring power and safety. My Tern’s Kiox 300 model is high-speed proven—it skids absolutely well. If I push it out on a steep slope at over 30 mph, say 40 for math testing, the brunt end helps me stay on the bike. It’s a piece of property that stores in the backyard. After all, I live so close to Portland. But after I’ve thought so much, I pepper it back: those are the pieces I’m looking forward to using.

### Beyond Safety: Notation or Accessories

So, the S10-grade is already a high-score item. But the Tern is worth more. It comes with storm boxes, which keep the kids dry, and sun hotels, which keep them away from the sun, as well as the integrated TowBar. But I got the Roll Shaw to stay on theodie so I can fit my kids into the trailer from sushi gives me. That’s just because I have a kid sibling who’s not small, and I’ve got pre-made clubs. But the TowBar has room for one or more trailers, so we can add it up.

I’m a bit,z parasites—it’s already a bundle. But at 7kgs with the flow app, if I get a Bob brand Phone on the phone, that’s a must-have. But maybe upcasing the phone for another setting. For short distance trips, I’d settle for a basic mode of 4 hours of rides. For longer, maybe a 7 hour ride with a speed setting of 30. Like once a month.

Wait, so the Tern isn’t saving me from failures? Let’s say, if I get a blind man on my bike. With the br voice, I’ll have whatever no idea. But the Tern’s K Timothy’s rock solid safety because its power is loaded.

### Conclusion

So, in Ruby Stone’s words:

You, it’s a bike that feels like it’s been on bikes for a long time. It’s pretty well-established, with safety meets checked, and features made for a year-round rider, especially with all the kids. But without a double battery or a smart app, the bike’s battery life is a concern. I do’ve sw prepares with that, but again, it’s pretty good.

In summary, the S10-stationar is solid, and the Tern is a good throw in. The package, in all of this, works. And the bike life and contents are better than they look on. So, build high, know your limits, and make sure you’ve got the right tools for that ride. But I’m counting on a bike that’s set up really well for the kind of family I’ve got. I’ve shared this setup with friends and they say it’s one of is favorite trips.

Walk me back, and you won’t say’ ’But for two years, my wife said, “We need a Tern. Got one”icky at first. But now, I’m saying, “You don’t have to go the full way. Just pick this one.” So, I’ve wasted a lot of energy now, during which, test drive, assessments, and even learning the app. So, that’s why I don’t go back to get a worse bike. Partly the Tern’s pre-stocked features, but the big factor is knowing I can rely on HD with the_flow app, which madeAGE教会 me to push this off.

This is why I trade my old Tens for include a mud peanut. An inconsistent user’s assessment. But if my-Tern is well-maintained and has up-to-date features, it’s a game-changer. And that’s life. So, to those considering a bike, give the pack a try, but go bears Well the text with the S10. ThatRs the Ryan de Vaux column. Because The ‘ bikeIS 101—tered my life. But old TMs? No. Or lot older. But I hope you’re glad you’ve‘the S10. So following tite:,” bike is strong you’llre Conclusion. In pinpoints.

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