Freight bicycles, carrier cycles, load trikes, box bikes, cycle trucks… Call them what you like, the latest generation of cargo bikes are bringing the traditional delivery bike up do date and showing just how versatile two (or sometimes three) wheels can be. A great example is the Boda Boda from the Californian bike builder Yuba. By adding a sturdy 2ft rack, bamboo deck and wheel skirts to its stretched frame, you can use this bike to do all your short-distance urban lugging. The big rack can be fitted with handholds, feet supports and commodious panniers, so you can load anything from the weekly shop to the kids. The bike has a useful side stand and is far lighter and more ridable than you’d think. It can even take a dog seat. Is it finally time to ditch the car? (kidsandfamilycycles.co.uk)
Price: £899
Frame: aluminium
Gears: Sram 8-speed
Weight: 15.9kg
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