How do you like the integrated top platform on the Hoodie? I'm a little surprised...it doesn't feel as firm as I'd like it to. I wish it was a bit wider so that there was no way it could slip off the top of the xtracycle frame to the inside of one side or the other. I wouldn't be concerned about anything falling off because the frame is so sturdy and there are plenty of ways to tie things down, but for carrying long narrow items (like a garden hoe) maybe there would be an issue? Do you have a V brake for your rear brake?