Brompton - trailer
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Rohloff_Brompton_Rider
Formerly just_fixed
go for it. when i start long tours, the b is what i will use. i can't decide between the carry freedom or a 2 wheel y frame flatbed.
my reasoning is.....why struggle trying to load up the limited front luggage system that is tiny and not waterproof (ever tried putting the waterproof cover over an overstuffed t bag?).
my reasoning is.....why struggle trying to load up the limited front luggage system that is tiny and not waterproof (ever tried putting the waterproof cover over an overstuffed t bag?).
Muddyfox
Guru
- Location
- Blackdown Hills Devon
mickle
innit
- Location
- 53.933606, -1.076131
what do you want to carry on't trailer?
I'm sure I've seen a photo of a Brompton and trailer touring set up somewhere - the owner had some system where bike and trailer went into separate bags which then could be put on bus/train without hassle. I don't think they went very far per day on it, but it seemed to be a good system for the gentle touring that they wanted to do.
(Incidentally I have friends with Bromptons who put bags of compost and the like on the back racks to take them to their allotment - the racks must be quite strong!)
(Incidentally I have friends with Bromptons who put bags of compost and the like on the back racks to take them to their allotment - the racks must be quite strong!)
Rohloff_Brompton_Rider
Formerly just_fixed
Amanda P
Legendary Member
- Location
- York. Well, York-ish...
Why not?
For some gigs where parking the van is a problem, I use a Brommie and a trailer to carry my instruments and gear. Works great, and I can usually store the folded bike and trailer somewhere inside the venue.
I've used a 6-speed Brommie and a Bykaboose trailer. And, blow me down, my google search for a picture of a Bykaboose brings up a pic of a Brommie hitched to one! - so I'm not the only one.
For some gigs where parking the van is a problem, I use a Brommie and a trailer to carry my instruments and gear. Works great, and I can usually store the folded bike and trailer somewhere inside the venue.
I've used a 6-speed Brommie and a Bykaboose trailer. And, blow me down, my google search for a picture of a Bykaboose brings up a pic of a Brommie hitched to one! - so I'm not the only one.
david1701
Well-Known Member
- Location
- Bude, Cornwall
I know a photographer who does it *goes for link*
david1701
Well-Known Member
- Location
- Bude, Cornwall
this is the guy Mike McFarlane, I talk to him on twitter a fair bit The Cycling Photographer
mickle
innit
- Location
- 53.933606, -1.076131
Except it's not the same size - which bugged me no end. 16s but different.
I considered doing a rim swap for Brommy rims and tyres but I'd have to order them blank and drill the spoke holes and life is just too short...
well, thankyou one and all.
I do use the Brompton for carrying stuff - the rack is sufficiently strong to support the weight of a teenager given a backie, and I've put a draughting chair on it, and fifty cans of beer.
It occured to me that if I could get a flat trailer on the back I'd be able to use it for anything from the weekly shop to building supplies.
I see that people are connecting to the rear hub rather than the seatpost. I imagine this is more stable.
How does it behave under braking?
I do use the Brompton for carrying stuff - the rack is sufficiently strong to support the weight of a teenager given a backie, and I've put a draughting chair on it, and fifty cans of beer.
It occured to me that if I could get a flat trailer on the back I'd be able to use it for anything from the weekly shop to building supplies.
I see that people are connecting to the rear hub rather than the seatpost. I imagine this is more stable.
How does it behave under braking?
Amanda P
Legendary Member
- Location
- York. Well, York-ish...
Braking is one reason why I wouldn't use the Brommie as a tug unless I really needed the folding element and the load is fairly light - Brommies aren't exactly renowned for their powerful braking.
A trombone and a bag of other gear is fine, especially in a flat city centre. For a heavier load or a hillier location, a heavier bike with pokier brakes and lower gears would be much better.
For heavy loads generally, consider the hitch carefully. Many hitch arrangements allow flexing, either in the hitch itself or in the arm between the hitch and the trailer. This makes the trailer waggle unless you pedal verysmoothly, and can also allow it to shunt back and forth when you brake or accelerate. With a big load on, this shunting can end up with your back wheel sliding a few inches with the brake locked as you come to a stop. If it's a straightforward shunt, you slide forward. If it's a combined shunt and waggle, the trailer can push the back wheel out from underneath you, which is distinctly discombobulating.
A stiffer hitch and towing arm helps prevent this shunting and waggling from starting and makes for a smoother and more comfortable experience.
A trombone and a bag of other gear is fine, especially in a flat city centre. For a heavier load or a hillier location, a heavier bike with pokier brakes and lower gears would be much better.
For heavy loads generally, consider the hitch carefully. Many hitch arrangements allow flexing, either in the hitch itself or in the arm between the hitch and the trailer. This makes the trailer waggle unless you pedal verysmoothly, and can also allow it to shunt back and forth when you brake or accelerate. With a big load on, this shunting can end up with your back wheel sliding a few inches with the brake locked as you come to a stop. If it's a straightforward shunt, you slide forward. If it's a combined shunt and waggle, the trailer can push the back wheel out from underneath you, which is distinctly discombobulating.
A stiffer hitch and towing arm helps prevent this shunting and waggling from starting and makes for a smoother and more comfortable experience.