Re: Rear Luggage Rack Web Site Update

In rec.bicycles.misc SMS <scharf.steven@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> peter wrote:
> 
>> Really?  My bike with trailer handles the same as it does without the
>> trailer - just slower on the uphills.  OTOH, my tandem handles like a
>> truck even if it doesn't have a load, and adding one does *not* make
>> the handling improve.
> 
> In terms of handling, you're much better off with a trailer than an 
> Xtracycle. The trailer doesn't really affect handling at all, aa long as

> it's mounted down near the rear chainstays. You're better off carrying 
> the load lower as well.

Have you used an Xtracycle?  Because that's not my experience.  In a
heavily loaded trailer (I'm thinking of a Burly D'Lite), it affects the
handling much more than the Xtracycle.  Keep in mind, usually the load
is fairly low on the Xtracycle for cargo.  People tend to balance
themselves, so they are easier to handle (per pound) than 'dead' cargo.

Also, braking is safer with the Xtracycle.  I've gone down because I
braked on a slightly damp street, because the trailer pushed my rear
wheel out from under me.  

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