Originally Posted by
iforgotmename
Have you thought about not taking the trailer and using panniers on your OMM Rack? You could also pick up an ortlieb dry bag and strap it to the top where your hardcase bag is.
This would make the ride quite a bit easier and more enjoyable in my opinion.
By June I will have some ortlieb panniers and you are free to borrow them if you want to ditch the trailer.
Peter, what gear are you bringing? Tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, cook stove, pot, cup, etc? Ditching the trailer is an excellent idea if you can.