(Yes, I searched back a little bit on this but need fresh opinions...)

I suppose its a good sign when my own wife suggests I buy a bike trailer!! We live a car-lite lifestyle and she is starting to see how handy it is for her when I ride... and cost effective.

I would like something for cargo hauling and maybe take the toddler for a ride.

So should I go with a kiddie trailer and use it for commuting when needed? Or go this a cargo trailer? I am partial to the Burley Nomad, even though its plenty pricey. I also looked at the BOB trailers but I don't see how a single-wheeled trailer would work for children.

I have a really nice pair of panniers. They are great when I need the cargo space, but otherwise I take them off and put the rear trunk bag back on.

I figure if I had a trailer I could simply hook it up before leaving for work when I know I am gonna need it. Panniers are a real pain to strap on at 4am with no coffee in my blood stream.... trust me!!

Should I simply skip the kid-hauling idea and stick with a cargo trailer, or try to satisfy both worlds??

I welcome and feedback, especially anyone's personal experience.