3000 miles on an instep trailer without a problem
I have used an instep trailer for the last two years. I had very low expectations but it was $150 vs a much higher quality burley trailer for $400. I am a cheap-skate and decided that I would spend the $150 and upgrade if I used it enough to wear it out. I had some concerns about the hitch design but although I still consider it the weak point of the trailer it has caused me no problems so far. I have no problem recomending it for any endevor. I have never used mine for touring but I have hauled 50lb+ loads on many occasions without difficulty. The only weak point that I have noted is that headwinds are more acutely felt due to the large profile. I have not noticed crosswinds to be a problem. If money were no object (rarely the case) I would recomend the burley nomad. Everything about the Burley is higher quality than the instep but as of yet I havn't had a single problem with my instep.