Originally Posted by johnbort2

For those that are more seasoned touring folks than me, I have a sincere question.... Would a pull behind trailer, with maybe just front panniers negate any possible impact of 28 spoke wheels? I am heavier than a lot of folks on here probably..215. What about a trunk bag on rear rack, front panniers and then a bob trailer or something like that? Would that alleviate any possible strength issues on the rear wheel. Thanks in advance.-John I was going to buy front and rear Arkel Panniers, but thought I could probably get a trailer instead.