Thank you for your curiosity about the Ridekick power trailer. My name is Chelsey Walker and I work for Ridekick. Here are a couple of quick facts and answers for the power trailer:

It will push you up to 19 mph for 12-15 miles, but you are right - the more weight that is being pushed, the less the life of the charge may be. There will also be an upgrade lithium ion battery that will run on a single charge for around 25 miles that will be available in the summer.

You can use the boost when you need it and pull it when you don’t. Hit the throttle to push you past any barriers (like wind, hills, fatigue, or sweat!) in your way.
The Ridekick power trailer attaches to the rear hub of your bike – all the energy is transferred into the axle, pushing you straight ahead with ease. Having a two-wheeled trailer behind you actually gives you a sense of balance (unlike some e-bikes).

Having a flexible hitch on a motorized trailer does make you stop and say, “No way would this work!” But by all accounts, it does!

The cargo space will hold about 2 grocery bags (translates to about 41.8 liters of carrying capacity), depending on what you buy, of course! But there will be a cargo lid coming out this summer that will hold more of your stuff – it will easily carry your briefcase and gym bag!

There is a security loop on the hitch arm for locking your Ridekick power trailer to your bike and bike rack, and there is also a combination lock on the back of the unit to keep your things inside safe.

MSRP is $649. It will be available to purchase online at www.ridekick.com and through targeted bike dealers. Go to www.ridekick.com/dealer-locator to find a dealer near you and take a test-ride to see if the Ridekick power trailer suits your needs. Please feel free to stop by our offices, as well, if you are located in Northern Colorado to take a look, get some question answered, and take a test-ride! Our offices are located at 320 E. Vine Dr. Suite 219 in Fort Collins. We’re here 9-5 Monday through Friday.

Look for the Ridekick power trailer to be available this spring.

Please don’t hesitate to email me with any more questions or to set up a time to stop by and take a ride! My email address is chelseyw@ridekick.com.

Thanks, again, and I look forward to hearing from you!