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Ridgeback Butcher – Compact & Capable E-Cargo Bike
The Ridgeback Butcher delivers a perfect blend of compact design and heavy-duty carry capability – an electric cargo bike built to handle daily loads with ease while navigating narrower city streets.
Meet the Ridgeback Butcher: the smart, versatile e-cargo bike ready to redefine how you move. Whether you're hauling groceries, transporting kids, or tackling urban errands, this bike keeps things simple and efficient.

Compact yet spacious: With a streamlined two-wheel frame and a slim front basket area, the Butcher makes tight turns and narrower roads feel effortless. The design doesn’t compromise on payload capacity – you still get serious carry capability with minimal footprint.
Reliable power when you need it: Equipped with a 250 W rear hub drive motor from Promovec, delivering around 43 Nm of torque. Perfect for when you’re fully loaded or facing uphill climbs.
All-weather stopping, all-day confidence: Hydraulic disc brakes give you strong, dependable stopping power in whatever conditions the city throws at you. Plus the bike comes outfitted with mudguards, lights and a stable stand for a truly practical daily ride.
Built to last: The frame is alloy, built to handle the demands of cargo riding, paired with a steel cargo-specific fork for added durability.
Ready to ride: With well-thought-through descending and bagging potential, this bike suits anyone who wants more from their daily ride – whether it's for errands, family transport, or simply replacing car trips.
Key Specifications
Motor: Promovec 50750, 250 W, 43 Nm torque
Battery: Promovec 600 Wh – built to go the distance
Brakes: Shimano hydraulic disc (BR-MT200)
Drivetrain: 9-speed Shimano Altus SL-M2000 with KMC X9E chain
Weight: 34.7 kg (Size Large)
Wheel Sizes: Front 20″ / Rear 26″ (20/26) with Schwalbe Delta Cruiser tyres
Why Choose the Ridgeback Butcher?
This is more than just an e-bike—it’s a mobility solution for those who carry. If you’re looking for a bike that fits between full-sized cargo trike and everyday commuter, the Butcher hits the sweet spot. It gives you the flexibility of a standard bike with the practicality of cargo hauling. Whether you're running errands, escorting the kids, or commuting with a load, this bike ensures you don’t compromise.
Perfect For
Urban riders who need to carry loads (kids, groceries, gear) without resorting to a large, bulky cargo trike.
Families who want one bike to do the commute, drop-off and errands in one.
Those looking to ditch the car for short-to-medium trips and want the power assist to help keep things smooth when loaded.
Sizing Notes
Two frame sizes are available: SMALL (approx. rider height 165-180 cm) and LARGE (approx. 180-195 cm) according to manufacturer specs.
Choose the Ridgeback Butcher if you want a cargo-capable e-bike that doesn’t feel oversized or unwieldy. It’s built to carry, built to last, and built for city life. Make your everyday easier—and more fun.
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SHIPPING
We offer Free Shipping on all our products over £49 for the UK mainland.
We do our best to have your order shipped within 2 (two) to 5 (five) business days from the date of your order. Please note some of our products are custom made or sourced from mainland Europe and some delivery times frames may be between 5 (five) and 21 (twenty-one) business days. Shipping times will be accurately displayed at checkout. We will send you tracking information within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when checking out.
We endeavor to have your order delivered in the shortest amount of time possible. Express delivery for the next day or within 48 hours is available in certain instances at an extra cost. Please email support@hitchabike.co.uk for an accurate quote.
If, due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, a product becomes out of stock after an order has been placed, the customer will be notified by email and given an option to cancel the order and receive a full refund.
The customer should be aware that if an order consists of more than one product, these products may be delivered separately. In these cases, the customer will accept part delivery of an order.
Order confirmation
When we receive your order, we provide you with a confirmation to your email.
In addition, when you receive your order confirmation we have pre-authorised your payment method. We check with our warehouse or suppliers to make sure that your desired item is available and can be despatched.
In the event that your items are unavailable for immediate despatch, we remove the pre-authorisation from your credit card and send you an email informing you of our actions.
When items are available to be dispatched, we process the charges and prepare to despatch your order.
Please note if an order consists of more than one product, these products may be delivered separately as soon as they become available.
Redirections & Safe Spaces
Please be careful if nominating a safe space with with courier. Please ensure the area chose is safe and secure. We will not accept liability for items stolen if this method of delivery has been selected by the customer.
Where does Hitch A Bike deliver?
We deliver to all of the UK. Deliveries to Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland and UK offshore islands may take an additional day to arrive.
RETURNS
Cancellations & Refunds
If your order has been shipped, you (the buyer) will also be responsible for actual return shipping charges. Refunds will only be issued to the original credit card that you use when placing your order. The refund will be issued to the customer within 14 days of receipt of the product. Refunds on returns will only be accepted if the customer returns the product in its original packaging, unused, with all labels intact and any documentation that comes with the item.
Please note some of our featured products are shipped from various countries in the EU. These items have limited return policies. In some cases, an item may only be returned if it was received in a damaged condition. You (the buyer) will incur all costs related to the return shipping of these items.
If you have ordered an incorrect-sized item then please contact us as soon as possible and we can amend the product size for you before the item is dispatched.
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Ridgeback Butcher – Compact & Capable E-Cargo Bike
We offer Free Shipping on all our products over £49 for the UK mainland.
We do our best to have your order shipped within 2 (two) to 5 (five) business days from the date of your order. Please note some of our products are custom made or sourced from mainland Europe and some delivery times frames may be between 5 (five) and 21 (twenty-one) business days. Shipping times will be accurately displayed at checkout. We will send you tracking information within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when checking out.
We endeavor to have your order delivered in the shortest amount of time possible. Express delivery for the next day or within 48 hours is available in certain instances at an extra cost. Please email support@hitchabike.co.uk for an accurate quote.
If, due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, a product becomes out of stock after an order has been placed, the customer will be notified by email and given an option to cancel the order and receive a full refund.
The customer should be aware that if an order consists of more than one product, these products may be delivered separately. In these cases, the customer will accept part delivery of an order.
Order confirmation
When we receive your order, we provide you with a confirmation to your email.
In addition, when you receive your order confirmation we have pre-authorised your payment method. We check with our warehouse or suppliers to make sure that your desired item is available and can be despatched.
In the event that your items are unavailable for immediate despatch, we remove the pre-authorisation from your credit card and send you an email informing you of our actions.
When items are available to be dispatched, we process the charges and prepare to despatch your order.
Please note if an order consists of more than one product, these products may be delivered separately as soon as they become available.
Redirections & Safe Spaces
Please be careful if nominating a safe space with with courier. Please ensure the area chose is safe and secure. We will not accept liability for items stolen if this method of delivery has been selected by the customer.
Where does Hitch A Bike deliver?
We deliver to all of the UK. Deliveries to Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland and UK offshore islands may take an additional day to arrive.

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