Originally Posted by
mstateglfr
A trailer will take the weight off the wheels, absolutely. I have no idea if itll make these specific wheels usable for what you want at your size. I am heavier than you, so I understand being wary of equipment that wont hold up to use.
For what its worth, bob trailers handle something like 75lb of gear...you could probably not even need front bags if you used a bob.
Thanks for the replies. I wasn't worried at all till I started reading these threads, now I am not so sure...lol At this point, I can't have 36 spoke wheels built and still be able to get all the touring stuff by May. I am going with a buddy and we will be on the GAP/C&O, so I won't be on any remote roads and trails.