Originally Posted by
bikeguyinvenice
That looks like a pretty good set up. I would bet you can haul a fair amount of gear in your trailer, so I would guess that you camp tour? How does the loaded trailer feel on hills, I've never towed a trailer on a bike.
The trailer can haul more than I would care to haul up a long hill! I haven't used the trailer for camping yet. I normally equip the Cypress with rear panniers and axiom top bag for overnighters. Longer trips have been supported by credit card. Next year I will be giving it a try.
The trailer was purchased in the spring for a couple of very specific duties, but it has proven quite versatile. I use it to take my inflatable sea kayak to Lake Erie about 5km (3 miles). The kayak and gear weigh about 60lbs. The trailer is 25 lbs. With 85 lbs behind the bike i find myself a gear or two lower than normal. Lighter loads are only noticed on hills or acceleration from a stop.
It also sees lot of use for getting groceries, yard sales etc. At $225 CDN, not a bad deal.