Originally Posted by
trailz
Grocery trips with 100lbs on a Burley Flatbed trailer is a weekly to-do. But often I'm not really loaded down at all. My trips are generally short (4-8 miles), but I often take weekend joy rides of between 20 and 40. 90% of my riding is on MUPS, both asphalt and crushed limestone. I'm also planning to do some limited touring this summer.
I guess I need (in order of priority):
Versatility
Durability
Beauty
Efficiency
Here is my short list:
LHT
KONA SUTRA
WINDSOR TOURIST
Am I crazy thinking that any of these bikes can do it all for me?
No, you are definitely not crazy. The LHT will do all of those things just fine. The others probably will, too, but I've no experience with them.
The LHT can take fat tires and fenders, easily carry loads on front and rear racks, and is fun to ride. The only complaint I have is that my trailer is meant to go on the left rear chainstay, where Surly put that stupid spoke holder thing. I just clamp it to the seat stay instead. I don't think this would be an issue with a Burley.