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Loading Your Trailer
Do not overload the trailer. Maximum trailer load limit for child and/or cargo
is 60 lbs. When placing child or cargo into the trailer, keep the load centered
or forward of the axle. Pack the load as low as possible and make sure
items cannot shift around. Loose, heavy objects can injure passenger in
event of a sudden stop or tip over.
Starting and Stopping
Because of the trailer’s additional weight, a bicycle pulling a trailer will be
slower to start up and stop, and because of its length it requires more time
to cross streets or paths. Your entire vehicle is heavier and less responsive.
This means you should think further ahead in anticipating stops, turns, and
starts. Note that your trailer extends out further on the left; allow for this dif-
ference when turning, passing pedestrians, or approaching obstacles (like
posts on bike paths). We recommend you spend some time experimenting
with a loaded trailer in an uncongested area to become familiar with how
your heavier, longer vehicle responds.
Prevent Trailer Tip Over
Just like automobile and motorcycle trailers, bicycle trailers can tip over. To
avoid overturning: Do not pull your trailer over curbs or hit holes or other
obstructions in the road. Instruct children not to bounce, rock, or lean, which
can cause a shift of weight. Do not make high-speed turns or descents
when pulling the trailer. Always corner with caution at 5 m.p.h. or less, as
the trailer cannot lean into a turn the way a bicycle can. Do not under any
circumstances travel faster than 15 m.p.h.—all road irregularities and your
slowness to react are greatly magnifi ed.
Trailers can tip over causing damage to trailer and serious injury to cyclist
or passengers.
AVOID causes of tip over, especially:
• Children leaning or bouncing
• Hitting potholes, curbs, other road obstructions
• Taking turns too fast
• Sudden swerving
• Off-banked turns
• Improper wheel installation
• Improper tire infl ation
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