Load capacity is 70lbs, or 31kg, but from experience, it’s best to pack much lighter for off-road use. A bicycle camper is more expensive than a bicycle trailer, and they can weigh around the same when fully loaded.

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Using aluminium instead of steel, they’ve managed to shave off 15-30% when compared to similar designs. An available awning extension kit creates a larger annex tent that can house a cot for a second person. The complete body of the trailer is made from reinforced high quality glass fibre polyester, which is complimented with a 100% 280 GRM Ten Cate cotton canvas. Keeping with sustainable and resilient materials, these campers are framed in wood and designed for natural airflow for ventilation. The Farfarer’s hammock-style loading area helps to self stabilise the trailer and is great for all kinds of gear – we’ve seen them hauling surfboards, pets, and even kids (though note that it’s not certified for the latter).If you’re planning to keep to mellow forest roads and bike paths, you can certainly get away with more economical options, or budget models of trailer brands we’ve listed. We haven’t included them here, but there are many cargo trailers on the market designed primarily for city use – and a variety of DIY schematics to be found online for those handy with a welding torch. The KIT L80 is their lightweight option which can actually fold quite flat given the lack of frame; great news for those who travel with planes. A 20″ wheel and a 160-180mm air shock, complete with two settings to adjust ground clearance – high for off-road riding, low for stability – means this trailer handles extremely well off-road.

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The innovative opening system has the pole work, canvas and bed attached to and hinged inside the trailer which, makes setting up the CampMaster quick and simple. Not only does this tent set up well, it also packs down into a small compression bag so that it takes up minimal space in your pack. The Journey TX has what looks like an easy to remove quick-release system, but there’s no kickstand or ability to fold.

Plus, the Chariot line of trailers boast a wide range of accessories, depending on the age of your child and your favoured activities, including an infant sling when they’re young and a cross country ski kit if snowsports are your winter passion. Inside the chassis is a 120-L slide-out storage compartment for carrying additional gear, while a PVC cover protects that gear in the event of bad weather. It won’t win any design awards for innovative styling, but sometimes you just want reliable and sturdy. I haven’t come across anyone travelling with them, but the quality looks extremely high and comparable in many ways to Thule. Two wheel trailers tend to be better for around town as they’re easier to load and are more stable at low speeds.

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The optional annex tent kit hangs three individual pieces of waterproof canvas around those poles to surround the entry with a tent.

Choosing to ride a bike instead of driving a car doesn’t mean you have to forego the convenience of a camper tra For off-road touring, it’s best not to overload a single-wheel trailers, despite the manufacturer’s rating, especially if you are a light rider yourself.