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All good stuff. I've been looking for a trailer as well, especially now that it's getting warmer *jinx*
Meant to share this old thread yesterday - http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/she-had-the-weight-of-the
Looks like a great product. I like the side rails on mine, but I could see how a flat deck could be useful at times. 200 lb capacity is exceptional.
Jaik - 4.3mi said:
I found a trailer that I really like. It's rated to about 200lbs, lightweight, and simple.
Opinions?
Great! I have to post a photo in there now...
Julie Hochstadter said:
Meant to share this old thread yesterday - http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/she-had-the-weight-of-the
I stopped in @ Boulevard Bikes today. They had a few trailers in stock and also suggested that the Bikes at Work Trailers would be best. They offer a medium as a rental for $15 a day.
Just thought I would share what I ended up going with...
It has a carrying capacity of 90kg/198lbs. It's also got additional parts that you can purchase to extend it or modify it to do carry other items. The trailer itself is very solid. The bed is pressed plywood, 12mm. The wood reminds me of skateboard deck because the top of the bed is layered with grip tape. There are four holes around the bed. One in the middle of each side. The tires are quick release, all you do is press the outside button and it releases the bearings. The hitch is a very simple but well designed piece, nothing but steel and elastomer. The pinhole is just large enough for a small lock that I have to fit through, making me feel slightly better if I have to leave it outside for more than a minute.
I took it on a ride around the block as a test run, seeing how I had never used a trailer, and it handled very well. After that, I figured it was time to get the big load. My new band saw. 160lbs. Pictures are attached.
Does anyone have any great tips on securing trailers? I've thought about breaking down the entire thing and u-locking it to my bike, but aside from that...just curious what others do.
Very nice trailer! If you have quick release wheels, those should be locked down somehow so they don't get stolen. Speaking of which, I noticed in the carryfreedom.com link you posted: "Attention: When using the trailer with quick release the maximum load is reduced to 50 kg." (110 pounds) You may have exceeded the rated capacity by 50 pounds with your new saw. But if the wheels didn't pop off in transit, I guess you're ok.
Jaik - 4.3mi said:
Does anyone have any great tips on securing trailers? I've thought about breaking down the entire thing and u-locking it to my bike, but aside from that...just curious what others do.
Ooops! I guess now I know that for the future...but I will always know that I can hold 160lbs and do just fine...Chances are that is the heaviest thing that I'll be carrying for a bit...Next big item is lumber...
Thunder Snow said:
I noticed in the carryfreedom.com link you posted: "Attention: When using the trailer with quick release the maximum load is reduced to 50 kg." (110 pounds) You may have exceeded the rated capacity by 50 pounds with your new saw. But if the wheels didn't pop off in transit, I guess you're ok.
Jaik, how did you find/choose this one?
Any idea why the bed is not level? I can't imagine it's intended to be tilted.
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