A new kit from US company Argo claims to be able to convert almost any bike into a cargo bike, with a mail order kit you can build at home.

We loved the idea of it, so asked the company if the product really could convert any bike, including a Tour de France favourite like the Specialized Tarmac SL8.

Unbelievably, the company said, "yes". You may like

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We also asked them if a downhill bike could be a suitable donor, something like say a Canyon Spectral, or Giant Glory.

Doug Hun

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