When I get on a cargo bike with my children, I think about what effect bicycle transport will have on their future. Will they break the American wealth draining cycle of car ownership? Will they be better prepared for peak oil? I don’t know, but I do know riding with them is a supremely more enjoyable, relationship building experience than sitting in a car.

On Saturday, we rode our Xtracycle to the Tour de Fat for the opening bike parade ride. Coming in near Halloween, it is always a costumed affair and my kids love to see what people wear. This year, my son Miles used my camera to take pictures from the back of the bike. What was his favorite? He is a Sponge Bob Squarepants fanatic so it was the Patrick and Jellyfish combo, of course.

Here’s a sample of some great shots. More are on our Flickr page.