Burley NOMAD Cargo Bike Trailer - How To & Long Term Review!

[@jacksonbangs6603]

I did a 9,500 mile bicycle tour with a trailer. The first half of the tour I used a single wheel BOB IBEX trailer. A little over halfway through the tour the aluminum frame on my BOB broke. Once I upgradded to the two wheel Burly Nomad, I found myself to be more stable with a load and the frame obviously did not break. Great video and happy 👣.

[@mrjack8849]

Very good info, thanks for sharing

[@pedroclaro7822]

Did you have issues with transportation? Did you do a loop or fly it back? Can it handle off-road?

[@jacksonbangs6603]

@@pedroclaro7822 I hade no issues with transportation because my tour was round trip. My parents did help towards the end when they followed me in their camper.

[@paulahavens2764]

Could you plesase tell me if this trailer now has fenders for this trailer? I was watching a video and the person got muddy because their trailer had no fenders. thanks for your help.

[@jacksonbangs6603]

NO Burly does not make fenders for the Nomad trailer. I have any issues with water or mud because I rarely rode in those conditions and the wheels are far enough back that the spray never met my body.

[@BrianJoyce-dk2sg]

I know I'm a year behind, great video. I'm going bike packing from miami to ocala in a few months and decided to use a trailer. Very informative, thanks.

[@bryantakayama2154]

This comment isn’t directed at this particular video, but enjoyed the video of your journey through Washington and the Oregon Coast. Really helped me through the pandemic. Couldn’t get enough of that trip. Must have watched it 20 times! Just would like to thank you for such much needed therapeutic video. Used to visit the Oregon Coast 2 to 3 times a year before the pandemic and that series through the OC brought back great memories!

[@jonathanbenn2241]

Have used a BOB trailer for almost 10 years now. Lots of local cargo runs. Several one week tours in the 300-350 range. When touring, I get the bulkier, heavier stuff, my wife is able ride more comfortably.

[@penrynbigbird]

I'm a backpacker who evolved to ultralight backpacking. I weigh my gear down to the gram. Now, as an older (69) adventurer I LOVE bikepacking for two main reasons, I get the gear I need to the campsite and then explore on my e-bike. The point of this post is to suggest you do whatever you need to do to continue exploring the great outdoors....

[@guygrenier613]

The length of the flag, AFAIK, is for riding in traffic. If you're in a bike lane and the car on your left wants to make a right turn, they would see the flag from their window and wait for you to slip by. I like how you showed laying the bike on it's side with the trailer attached. I owned the BOB Yak one wheeled trailer and leaning the bike alone was a problem. I'm new to your channel and I love your content.

[@dennisd7451]

Ty i got the burley trailer rack which i mounted a Amazon solar tilt panel, wirh a good 200watt panel with a Bluettie solar generator to recharge my spare battery. Im 65 years old and disabled the ebike needs mirrors, which i just got today.yeaahhh.😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@elizabethburgess3969]

Yes to the ride along videos! I love to see where people are riding and you do such a nice job commenting along the way. Also, thanks for reviewing the trailer! I have been very curious about them esp. when coupled with an ebike. Thanks!!

[@radbikeadventure]

Thank you Elizabeth! Even if not always for touring, Trailers definitely have their place in the bike lifestyle category!

[@medman36]

Nice review. I have used it the last two years for a bike tour. I notice with 25-30 kg of materials it does feel more heavy and pulls on the bike, even uphill.I have found ot most enjoyable in combination with an ebike. Negatives I have experienced is that with more weight there is a bigger burden on the rear axel which causes the wheel axel and axel of the trailer to sag on the quick release hinges. This makes the wheels on both sag, causing the pins to bend. Especially when frequently getting off sidewalks and bumpy roads or stony trails. It will cause the pins of the quick release wheels to bend. On off road or gravel trails it will make biking a bit heavier as the wheels are less aligned. Squeek more on longer trips, and potentially be the weak point of the bike trailer in my view. The water "resistant" side covers can reasonably with stand the frequent European rainy weather, though they are absolutely not water proof. I do wrap non waterproof gear in plastics bags or water proof bags in the trailer tonkeep them extra dry. Tip is to put thin floor mats on the bottom of the trailer to keep things inside clean and dry. I think the bike rack on top is an amazing addition and worth the investment. Great for the iccasional extra bag on top, but otherwise also a great cloths line for drying clothes, while stationary or even on the go! With velcro tape you can even stick extra light on the bike rack for better visibility and illumination. When folded up and with a third walking wheel, you can easyily stoll ot around. Use the bike rack a make shift handle bar. For those short walks. I think the weakest point I think the trailer lacks decent shock absorption in the axel, whichbInthink could help with longer lasting wheels and axel on offriad or uneven terrain. I also mis and option for a cillapsable handlebar. For those moments you want to convert to short walks with the trailer as a cargo stoller. The it would be a truly versatile tour and cargo stoller. The room is ondeed ample in my experience. Though sometimes I wish the framework was just a little bit more square in the back and less "aerodynamic" to fit gear in the back more easily.

[@Schepraam]

I have one for 10 years now, great for camping, also you can add a rack on top. I do recommend to add a aluminium L profile (or thin staircase grid plate) on the back bottom because that does wear from use and also the trailer invites to set it upright on the back, fi to save space in your garage for storage, because without protection the fabric will wear on the tube frame there.

[@johndickinson4594]

Leaving in early September for a US bike tour with a Nomad. I've done 2 shakedown rides with it so far. Since I plan to be gone a year, I'm carrying a little more than the bike & panniers can handle. So far, the trailer is amazing! I definitely agree that the biggest drawback is the startup with the extra weight on the back, but once you get rolling, I actualy forget the trailer is back there. I am NOT a bicyclist (my preferred method of travel is walking) but given that I am going to see the whoe country, I decided a bicycle would allow me to cover more ground. I did opt for the cargo rack. I added a bungee net and use that space to store my Crazy Creek chair for quick access. Also the ability to attach a couple of water bottles to the rack was a major plus. I wish Burley would add braze ons for that. Overall, its been my best purchase for the trip so far!

[@philgnarly8867]

I just purchased a different brand trailer and realise now that it's my new car! This is an excellent intro video and now I'm all fired up to hitch my trailer up and go for groceries or the laundromat. Thank you, Ryan!😊

[@fisky2000]

Love ride along videos, California lifestyle chilling makes me happy👍

[@radbikeadventure]

Awesome I’ll plan some more ride along vids. Maybe check out some new trails

[@nonamehawg7068]

Since I use a sleep machine, this trailer is a win win!!

[@WrecklessSandwich]

I've seen a bunch of people on KZbin use trailers like this for ebike touring. You're less worried about the extra payload weight and it gives you something critically important. Not only is it giving you extra cargo volume, it's giving you extra SURFACE AREA on top. Why does that matter? Solar panels! You rig up the panels so that they charge the bike (ideally while riding, but not possible with every model). This keeps you out of trouble with battery range anxiety. A friendly wall outlet will still charge much faster, but solar means that you aren't anchored to finding one every ~40-80 miles.

[@longrider42]

I've used the Nomad for years, and its a very good trailer. The Nylon of the body is not water proof, but thats easy to fix, with Flex Steel clear spray. My biggest gripe is the tow arm is bent, so the trailer rides nose down. I have the Luggage rack, and I love it. A good place to put flags and lights. Did RAGBRAI in 2012 and pulled the trailer, since I ride a recumbent. Worked great.

[@johnsullivan6560]

I have a recumbent trike. Cat trik villager, have you seen, or heard how it handles behind a tadpole trike?

[@longrider42]

@@johnsullivan6560 If you have a 20 inch rear wheel, I don't think it will work to well. Front of the trailer might scrap the ground too much. But, if you have a 26 inch rear wheel, will work just find.

[@monkmichael-munkmiikael-hy7842]

Thanks for the good review! Learned some new things. We have this trailer and it is very good quality, great help. The local newspaper car saw me bycycling past with the Nomad trailer and drove after me to make an interview.

[@jonned32]

My wife and I just purchased one, it hasn't arrived yet so have no personal experience with it. We have a RV and a couple of E-bikes and figure this would be a great way to go to the store or get firewood at a campground without having to foldup the RV. Looking forward to using it traveling around the country.

[@bmccameron7642]

Many years ago when my wife and I started our family we had little money and shared one car. I rode a mtb and then got a trailer once kids came into our lives. We lived in a tropical climate, so the weather was compatible with this lifestyle choice. I still miss the freedom, lack of headaches, expense and burden...less is more. Now in our fifties, we have e bikes and have just got a trailer with plans to bicycle tour within a few hours of home. I see so many of our cohort stressing to pay for the big, luxurious 4x4 with massive van behind....no thanks. Planet killing, expensive, indulgent and non-sensical. Happiness is right in front of us...we're just conditioned to overlook it.

[@denverspin]

Fantastic. Glad you see through the hype of society. Enjoy!!

[@Gravel_Rat78]

I have a 520 as well. Currently I’m demoing a Burley Flarbed at the moment. Today was my third day using it… it’s a game changer… I have been car light for about two years now, getting a trailer is allowing me to become 100% car free and self reliant.

[@abkxx]

I have done 15 countries by bicicle here in Europe....with a thule trailer...iam about to get the NOMAD. to go to india from Spain....i do recommend you to get a bicicle side stand ...it make life easier. Amusing video reviews. Thanks

[@outsidesounds8314]

I just found an absolute steal on a bike on craigslist that's coming with a trailer designed for toddlers to sit in. Looks perfect for slinging some camping gear in. We'll see. A child might be mandatory...Thanks for the great advice as ever!

[@kimjoss4215]

Awesome review Ryan!!! Thank you so much for taking the time to make the video. Just what we needed to make the decision to buy the trailer for our trip from Istanbul to Amsterdam.

[@radbikeadventure]

So happy to hear that!!

[@melissasaldana8000]

I really enjoyed your video. How does one lock the trailer? Thanks.

[@tconnolly9820]

I bought a large sized dog trailer last year specifically big enough for carrying a weekly family shopping or any other heavy or bulky cargo. It would be very similar to the trailer in the video because they both have quick release towbars and wheels. Because I will be parking my bike and trailer mostly outside in a supermarket car park or underground parking, I replaced the quick release clips on the towbar with screw bolts and two double lock nuts to make it harder for someone to just clip it off the bike and walk away with it. Instead of attaching on or off my bike in a few seconds, it takes a few minutes so that's a little extra inconvenience but it would be worse if some smart alec vandal walked off with your towbar! I also have a cable to go through the quick release wheels and trailer and then lock it either to the bike or a rack or something else solid to add extra security. Plus deliberately letting it look dirty. Of course a bolt cutter would make short work of my security measures but so far so good. I hope this helps?

[@davesskillet9235]

I need one for shopping hauls~ thanks for sharing

[@jacksonbangs6603]

As a Burly Nomad owner I have had similar experiences.

[@thehairs1970]

I have a similar one to this. Generally really liked it when the kids were young and I had to haul more of the gear. Mine had a spring in the hitch which does allow for a bit of give when setting off but feels a little strange till you get used to it. You do forget it’s there. I have twice flipped it when I’ve forgotten it’s there and gone to close to a rock or low bollard. It’s survived though. Don’t over fill it as this pushes the canvas out where it can rub in the wheels and put holes in it.

[@radbikeadventure]

Nice. I’m gonna do my best not to flip it ! 🫣Good tips thank you!

[@nicholasthomas4382]

Very solid, thorough, thoughtful review. Keep up the good work, not many options for honest, real reviews

[@WayneTheSeine]

Thank you so much for a great review and general information about pulling a trailer. I am 76 years old and I am anxiously awaiting delivery of an electric MTB. I am committed to improving my health, getting out of the house and back into the outside with hopes of doing some local bikecamping. Presently, I car camp and also have a 20' offroad RV. But, RVing is not camping nor is it great exercise. You have convinced me to hold off on a trailer for now and first go with panniers. I already have some pretty good gear, including a small 20" (packed) tent, pad, stuff blankets, stoves and such. Most trips would be limited to two days, three at the most and I am hoping this could be handled by an Ortlieb Rack Pack 31L as well as a decent sized front rack and bag. BTW, I subbed and am looking forward to watching your videos.

[@scubatrucker6806]

I love your review on this nomad 👍👍

[@houseofintent]

Just got back into biking...Do you have a review on the tail wagon? looking for a trailer for my pup for when we go bikepacking or tour down hwy 1.

[@janfictorie4584]

Wow such a cool video. Love your trailer. I have an e-bike and am thinking about getting a trailer too. Great scenic area too

[@annasullivan2564]

I got a secondhand Amazon dog trailer a few years ago before I discovered touring. I tried to take my dog with me a few places, but she never really enjoyed it, and camping is not her style either. I hung on to the trailer though, I figure if I ever convince a bunch of people to go on a c&o camping trip, it'll be useful to drag everything along. It's nowhere near as nice as the burley line of products, but I think it would last for a trip or two. I really liked the chatty bike ride format!

[@tconnolly9820]

I bought a new large sized Trixie dog trailer last year specifically for family shopping and cargo. I've had up to 70kg in it plus it weighs 13kg itself. I've knocked up about 650km with it so far and it's holding together perfectly. It's not what it's intended for but it could certainly be used for short touring. It holds a huge amount of cargo.

[@kristya160]

My issue with trailers is the same as yours, ADHD and it taking an extra few minutes depending on how much you need to assemble lol...I have an Allen 2 child trailer and a Schwinn day tripper. This is the trailer I want to own however. I haven't used the Schwinn yet, I might just modify that one to work better. But unfolding the trailer, adding wheels, taking it out of storage, putting it outside, assemble it then go is just to much time I don't take mine apart so I can just take it outside and connect it lol

[@mimiwright567]

Thanks for another informative video, Ryan! I love the ride-alongs videos. A trailer is something for us to consider for a cycle tour on the Erie Canal Trail.

[@mswarrior932]

I used a bob trailer to go from Southern California to northeastern Minnesota once I loved it! I would never use a trailer with more than one wheel!! But that looks like a great trailer, I'm considering getting the Burley coho!! After I finish riding the coast this year!!🌎🚴

[@jsiedlecki5331]

Thanks for letting me know your thoughts on the nomad trailer. Great! We have a tail wagon and love it for our little dog. The only thing we really don't like about it is the fact that you can't fit any mudguards. When we go out in the wet and mud the trailer and our pup gets absolutely plastered! Trying a few diy fixes. But come on Burley, people use these trailer for serious adventures. Please make a proper bolt on kit. Keep pedaling and happy adventures 😊🚴👍🐶

[@xerostarholdings1985]

Yes they need mudguards on the trailer wheels AND the rear mudguard on the bike needs to be longer and have a mudflap too. Otherwise your trailer will get covered in mud !

[@WheelsonaBike]

Thanks for the video. I commute by bike and also use a trailer, the Burley Travoy. I use it mostly for grocery shopping, but have also carried boxes and other items on it. I love Burley products and would not hesitate to suggest them to others.

[@radbikeadventure]

Awesome! Thank you for sharing. Good to see another Burley trailer user out there!

[@onenonlypirate]

Oh same! I was hoping another Travoy user was out there. I also use it mostly for grocery shopping or farmers market runs. This is the first summer that I'm trying to convince the wife to bike around town for little errands vs hopping in the car to go a few miles down the road so I'm sure we'll find other ways to use the trailer.

[@kimasher4730]

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[@StarEssences]

I believe the Topeak trailer is the lightest weighing rear bicycle trailer. If you can afford it or can get a deal as being a host of it, try it out and share about that one.

[@sarahscala6623]

3 day trip scheduled in June with our Burley nomad to bike camp on Martha's Vineyard with ebikes!

[@radbikeadventure]

Oh yea!!! That sounds fab. Did you have to get a converter to fit it onto the ebike? I still need to try mine!

[@sarahscala6623]

@@radbikeadventure I had to get an axel for my Specialized Turbo Vado (Robert Axel Project) and our other ebike worked fine with quick release Axel.

[@SFCRambo60]

I went with the BOB trailer with the singel axle I ride a Catrike Dumont Trike.

[@SethandJoncee]

We had a Retrospec Rover Waggin. We got it to take our Luna on short trips around town with us. It also fits one paddleboard. Our trailer is super super heavy, over twice the weight of yours. But it was a third of the price. I guess that is the trade off. I would love to take ours for more grocery runs.

[@radbikeadventure]

Thanks for sharing and Yes you should!

[@wayneriley7557]

you...are my hero

[@radbikeadventure]

ha. that's way too much pressure lol

[@russswanson3820]

Ride alongs! Love the scenery as you ride and is a nice break from the talking head videos often seen on KZbin. I especially appreciate the surf breaks over your shoulder. 🏄‍♂️🏄🏄‍♀️

[@Joseph-jy5lz]

Great review. I have been looking to get that trailer for a while but not committed yet. Glad you mentioned the axel. I will take my bike and ask what I need at the cycle store as I think the trailer will help with the grocery shopping and camping trips. Enjoy life

[@auntdayskitchen6315]

The ride along was nice and you tend to give a lot of really good information um that I really like because I’ve been trying to decide between panniers and a trailer I like the rack on top I could strap a solar cooker to it my soup would be done when I was ready to park

[@kevinrowe456]

Great vlog once again. We have the tail wagon version for our dog and like you say, the cover is not very robust, not through wear and tear, just falling apart at the stitching, other than that it’s a great trailer but expensive .

[@chuckgerber483]

I have a burley trailer to go with my tadpole recumbent. It is well set up for my coming tour. I even built a rack from half inch pvc pipe that will double as a table

[@moniqueviau2702]

I am a trailer person. I’ve got a « Bee » for my dog and a « Travoy » for my grocery shopping at Costco. Love both 😊

[@BGross-wt7yc]

Thanks for the excellent review and beautiful video of San Clemente!

[@tedmsxu]

I like this video. Very clear explanation.

[@vallamericain]

i've just bought the nomad trailer used only once i will hook it behind my foldong bike :)

[@radbikeadventure]

Nice!!

[@rangersmith4652]

Great video, nice channel. This review earned a sub. Thanks! Based on your review, I'll likely order one for my Class 3 ebike (with an old school bolt-on rear wheel), a bike I use mostly for errands and which has a kickstand, which for me is a very handy accessory for use with a trailer.

[@Tellz02]

I guess that the reason the flag is so high is that it is visible in the blind spot of a high sided vehicle. Plus the mounting is so low to the ground to begin with. Love all your vids and looking forward to the next one.

[@radbikeadventure]

That is a good point. I was thinking about it while watching the videos. you can't quite see the flag behind me, so maybe i'll swap out for the longer stick afterall

[@richardreiter66]

Had a Burley trailer , love it when I need it. Works greater

[@radbikeadventure]

Nice thanks for sharing!

[@jbackes]

Thanks for the video. I'm looking into getting one. Thanks for all the info!

[@mendyviola]

I just got one for local pet food runs, a music camp that I go to so I can haul my instrument and music from my cabin to the campus, and for hauling camp gear into walk/hike-in camp spots. I’m hoping to take it bike camping maybe next year. But that will depend on me being able to downsize my camping gear. My bike isn’t really capable of putting much gear on it directly. My bike is a 2001 woman’s Trek 6000. The cables are exterior to the frame, I have front shocks, and the frame is a step though, so yeah - pretty limited for bike bags. This will be just easier.

[@sawyerpac9878]

I have a Blue SKy. Traler and I like it it's about 4 feet lone and 2/12 wide I like it and so will you .I'm Jerry from SC Ca,

[@wornoutwrench8128]

Great review Ryan, thanks. The one big thing that I got from this is that you can mount the tow arm from either side. I have been planning on buying one for a couple of years but with my trike with the electric assist on it, the wires come out the left side axle (not the best) so to mount the tow bar on the left side was not an option. I have been trying to figure out if you could swap sides but have never been able to find out. So now I know, thank you very much. Burley Nomad price in Canada at MEC is $449.95 and the cargo rack is $129.95 At $450 with todays exchange rate it is the same price as REI.

[@radbikeadventure]

Glad it helped and thanks for sharing! Great to hear from you. Hope life is going good in Canada

[@sagehiker]

My local LBS is a Burley dealer. My next bike will be a trailer. Since I had to deal with snow/ice a third of the year, a good utility trailer makes sense.

[@radbikeadventure]

Nice! It’s definitely a game changer

[@9canadianboy]

Just a fyi no REI in Canada. You may want to check out the Burley Travoy trailer for a car replacement.

[@Robertjustice101]

I rebuilt an old instep child trailer I think I made it to heavy because pulling it feels like your dragging anchor I used wood pallet boards for the floor and plywood for the sides.

[@paddyredbeard]

Cool video, Ryan, I dig the ride-along format! I've been thinking about cargo capacity to be able to drive even less than I already do. I've been tempted by a cargo bike, but just have no where to keep one. And I'm hoping to get my doggo to ride along, now that he's getting older and can't walk or run for much distance anymore. I decided on the Burley Flatbed. Just ordered it, so we'll see how it goes!

[@frankgibson6484]

I'm planning a cross country ride in 25. Great review.

[@shihb]

Awesome review. I got mine exclusively for carrying my inflatable SUP to the nearby river and have also used it for grocery runs. I don't plan to use it for touring unless I can convince my family to do a tour by agreeing to carrying everything for everyone. Haha.

[@stevemullin1195]

Just got the burley flatbed cargo trailer. Have a plastic tote bungee in the trailer for trips to the grocery store. I got rid of my truck in July so getting around on my recumbent trike. I did the AIDS ride in june and planning on doing it again next year.

[@philipcaldwell3187]

Well done overview.

[@CandidZulu]

I've had a Burley Flatbed for maybe 7yrs. It's been extremely reliable. I would just say one thing: do not attach the hitch to a bike that has nuts and no through axle bolt without getting the proper conversion nut for it. The threads are too short, and the wheel will be ruined when the nut loosens. A bike trailer allows you to live car free, and haul all kinds of sporting equipment for the weekends! I would suggest the Flatbed over the one with a cover.

[@dannyvasquez4099]

Great videos,soo much Info!👍thank you!

[@juliewerner9592]

Love my Burley coho XC. Just wondering if the cover would fit. ?? Cheers from Australia 🚴🏻‍♀️🚴🏻‍♀️

[@radbikeadventure]

Does the coho not come with a cover? Guess could just use dry bags

[@juliewerner9592]

Doesnt come with a cover, comes with a net. Which is very handy, you can purchase a large roll top bag for it but the cover looks easier to manage for grocery bags etc.. maybe if the top of the trailer dimensions are the same, it just may fit ……

[@shelleyshell1150]

I love the ride along videos! The only thing stopping me from having a Burley trailer is my budget. I could definitely use one. Every time I ride my bike I basically take everything but the kitchen sink. Yes, I’m that person - the over packer 🤣🤣🤣

[@radbikeadventure]

Im definitely hearing ride along is what the fans want! 😃 also Sounds like you might need to try a trailer Shelley!

[@byronoden2715]

OH MY GAAAAAWWWWWD!!!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU THANK YOU for this video!!!!!

[@Thomas-ky3rl]

I was going to use mine when I go grocery shopping like Costco. I'm using it with a electric bike.

[@gemmascire459]

Great review. Thank you! X

[@wagnerbynature]

Hey, I really enjoyed the video and your energy. I just picked up a wike trailer for my new ebike (Canadian made), and its wonderful. Currently using it for groceries and stuff to cutback on car use now that I'm working from home, but I plan on taking it on a 2-3 day bikepacking trip. I want to get a solar panel for it, but we will see :P Take care!

[@stevemullin1195]

I ride a recumbent trike and thinking of getting that trailer for touring....but only if I convert my trike over to e-assist where I would put a solar panel on the cargo rack so I could charge a spare battery placed in the trailer. Also thinking of the ortleib recumbent panniers which are waterproof for my rear rack. They are currently $365 here in US.

[@radbikeadventure]

Oh yes I have seen people do that with a solar panel on the trailer. Very cool idea . How big are the Ortlieb recumbent panniers?

[@stevemullin1195]

@@radbikeadventure they will hold 72 liters of gear

[@RyanNiemer]

Great video and I'm glad I found it! Could this be attached to a Rad power bike? I have an original Rover ST with the 4" wide tires that I'm trying to find a trailer for.

[@eddyg1794]

Ride-along FTW!

[@paulahavens2764]

Hi I do not have a trailer but I have been thinking about getting one, I live in the country and it would be perfect for groceries in stead of using a car because I do not drive, much. Thanks for doing your video. The only thing stopping me from getting one is the price it is alot. Could You tell me if they now have fenders for this trailer.

[@tconnolly9820]

When you buy anything with the name Burley on it you are going to pay exorbitant prices for any extras quite apart from the trailer. I bought a large sized Trixie dog trailer last year specifically for shopping and carrying cargo because it was much bigger (and cheaper at €131 delivered at the time from Amazon - I'm in Ireland) than any other actual cargo trailers. We don't currently have a dog. I can fit a weekly family (and other pets) shopping into it. I've had over 70kg loaded plus 13kg for the trailer itself on the way home (6.5km to my local supermarket) although usually less. My average load is about 50kg, that's 110lbs for Americans. It's definitely more effort to pull but it's certainly not too difficult. It's completely covered and secure so just load your large reusable shopping bags in, zip it up and off you go. More than panniers, it really turns a bicycle into a real world alternative to a car. I got a stand fitted on my bike since I got the trailer because it is just so convenient instead of finding something to lean it up against. Also, because I will be parking my bike and trailer mostly outside in a supermarket car park or underground parking, I replaced the quick release clips with bolts and two double lock nuts to make it harder for someone to just clip it off and walk away with it. I also have a cable to go through the quick release wheels and trailer to add extra security. Plus deliberately letting it look dirty. I own and need a car but I rarely need to use it for anything within easy cycling distance since I got the trailer.

[@MarcusPocus]

look super but should have some suspension for delicate things as photo equipments.. love the design!!

[@radbikeadventure]

True, it is a bit bumpy out the back especially on the rough stuff

[@michaeljones2217]

I do have this exact same trailer and I love it long haul camping trips but the fabric is wearing through a little bit on the front bottom corners and looking for a good solution?

[@JoshXx]

thanks. just ordered this trailer. pricier than most, but seems to be pricier for a good reason. i'll probably reinforce the bottom when i get it though.

[@leonfinanciero]

I LOVE IT.

[@sea_hous]

Leaving a couple more questions, no pressure to get back. Any info is greatly appreciated. I need to do mold avoidance, most likely in NM. I'll be using a shiftpod. The 3 places I'm stuck is around a solar generator, solar freezer and charging my ebike off grid. Have you used any of these? Do you feel it's possible to keep a solar freezer consistently frozen on sun alone. Is there a solar generator that can change an ebike. Any and all info is appreciated. Thank you! Continuing to watch your channel and learn.

[@radbikeadventure]

I don't have any experience with any of these items sorry. I have heard solar can be tricky though because you need DIRECT, bright sunlight. you might need to pack extra batteries instead

[@aadmonk]

I have two older trailers a BOB and a Burley Nomad. My main complaint or wish for the Burley would be a some kind of a skid guard on the bottom front of the trailer. When the trailer is being removed from the bike while loaded you have to rest the trailer on the bottom front canvas.

[@buffarama]

it looks like the single stroller wheel might solve for that

[@JamesTsividis]

Great video! I am looking at getting a really sporty ebike so I won't have as much cargo space as a cargo bike. Does anybody know if certain bikes go better with trailers than others? I'm looking at an ebike from Riese & Muller like the Homage.

[@ianlindridge5378]

My Nomad has 20" wheels. Bought from Mpls craigslist for $165 in near new condition. I've used it for a few overnights mostly just to use the trailer for touring. It's my grocery getter as I'm functionally blind & don't drive. It's nice, I just drop the full bags in unlike panniers where you have to place items properly balanced. I've used a B.O.B. but one wheel is not stable when not moving; difficult to load attached to the bike. I now ride an ICE recumbent trike with a 20" rear wheel and the trailer sits rather close to the ground. That's my only criticism and it's trike related only. With a bike it was a bit awkward to maneuver & that's worse with a trike. I just avoid situations where I would need to back it up (I've unhooked the trailer sometimes). Overall it's a great addition to a cyclists "collection". Panniers are heavy too........Touring probably is as much personal as anything. It does take the load of a lighter built bike tho'.

[@radbikeadventure]

Thanks for sharing! Sounds like it was a good addition for you 😃

[@ianlindridge5378]

Mistake - 16" wheels. I'm still going to keep it.

[@denverspin]

Turn the mounting bracket, at the back wheel of trike, upside down, (if possible) which will buy you another inch or two of nose height.

[@Timberbeartrail]

That roof rack thing would be great for a paddle board which is what I'm looking for when someone carry my paddle board on but the thing is it's it's all aluminum there's no padding on there but guess I could outfit it with a noodle you know

[@radbikeadventure]

Paddle boards are pretty dang big. I’m not sure it would fit but you could definitely pad the rails of the roof rack and try it. I personally like the inflatable ones. Super sturdy and pack down to where you could fit it IN the trailer

[@sea_hous]

Trying to find a trailer that can carry a shift pod, solar generator, solar freezer, odds and ends. Is there one a little bigger + stronger than this that you know of? : )

[@longbikermike]

What kine bike are you riding? I have Surly Disc Trucker with a pannier rack and fenders. Do you think this trailer and my ride are compatible?

[@gingerphil619]

I have a Homcom trailer for my bike for the negative are the same as yours but yeah I love my trailer

[@greggr1591]

Would definitely like to know what your experience with hitching the trailer to your RadRunner turns out to be; in my hilly PNW neighborhood I would want an ebike to haul a trailer & cargo (I've just used bike bags as a result). Thanks for the knowledge, and a big 👍🏻 to ride-alongs, especially if they include the 🏝! 🤘🏻

[@radbikeadventure]

Yes, I will surely do a video about that if it's a success! I'll keep ya updated ;) Glad you enjoyed the ride along!

[@fromproximab9839]

can you carry a greek bozuki on the trailer?

[@mikersson]

Thank you for your nice review! you are very talkative :D

[@radbikeadventure]

haha perhaps a little too verbose in the vids. but glad you enjoyed the review!

[@robertbooth8612]

I've had two one for my kids to get in and the other which l have is a mule trailer

[@Timberbeartrail]

I really like all your videos so yeah though I like to ride along videos definitely I like to know where you're actually right or what the location is that you're writing in cuz I'm from northern Maine and I like to go at some point where it's warmer year round and so knowing this information is really awesome so thank you

[@radbikeadventure]

I’ll plan on doing more ride vlogs. With those I almost always share the locale 😃

[@walcottav]

There's definitely an e-bike in my future to eliminate car trips. One of the questions I'm trying to answer is whether that will be a cargo e-bike, or a smaller e-bike (similar to your RAD power) plus a trailer. I'm looking forward to your next trailer + e-bike experience!

[@radbikeadventure]

I like having the trailer because then I don’t have to have a big cargo bike with me at all times. I can take it out sand trailer and zip around like normal. I guess it depends on how you want to use the ebike. If you’re always going to be towing extra gear a cargo bike might be the way to go.

[@walcottav]

@@radbikeadventure Good points, thank you. I like the smaller size of your Rad Power, not to mention it's price point. I love the Tern HSD & form factor but price is a hard pill to swallow right. Patience, patience...just keep learning more about them and developments in the e-bike cargo market.

Can you use a trailer with a carbon bike?

[@eisvogel8099]

If something doesn't fit on the bike? Take the trailer! I love it but I think that people on e-bikes will use it way more. Not sure, anywhoozles... thanks for the video