$3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-09-29 13:25 (#2T0E) I really want that little trailer, but it's $2K to $3K. :( Re: $3,000 (Score: 1) by evilviper@pipedot.org on 2014-09-30 00:39 (#2T0J) Well, I took a quick look and found some different lightweight trailers much cheaper. They might be suitable alternatives, depending on your needs:$240: http://www.amazon.com/Haul-Master-42708-Capacity-Utility-Trailer/dp/B00EZLP3MK/$400: http://www.amazon.com/Yukon-Tracks-Trail-Warrior-Trailer/dp/B001RPD130/ Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-09-30 01:36 (#2T0N) Thanks for taking the time, EP. I'd mostly want it for hauling 4-5 bicycles or extra luggage on trips. That second link is an off road only trailer though:" Note This trailer is not rated for on-road use. Do not pull this trailer behind cars, trucks or motorcycles." Re: $3,000 (Score: 1) by evilviper@pipedot.org on 2014-09-30 03:17 (#2T0T) Looks like the cheap one is available much cheaper, still...Harbor Freight sells it for $190, currently, which combined with the 20% off coupons they litter the country with, is only $152+tax. Their less common 25% off coupons make it just $143+tax. * http://www.harborfreight.com/870-lb-capacity-40-inch-x-49-inch-heavy-duty-utility-trailer-with-8-inch-wheels-and-tires-42708.htmlSome plywood for a base, cut-out to accommodate the 2x4s for the sides, shouldn't add too much more cost or weight to it. Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-01 15:09 (#2T1J) Dude, you're kind of selling me on this. :)At that price level it beats most of the bike and cargo carrier alternatives, and is arguably more aerodynamic to boot. Even has good "reviews" on their site. Hmmmm....Thanks! Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-03 11:42 (#2T2K) You don't need a pickup to carry big appliances; just a bicycle with the proper fittings;http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2014/06/23/how-to-carry-major-appliances-on-your-bike/Yeah!
Re: $3,000 (Score: 1) by evilviper@pipedot.org on 2014-09-30 00:39 (#2T0J) Well, I took a quick look and found some different lightweight trailers much cheaper. They might be suitable alternatives, depending on your needs:$240: http://www.amazon.com/Haul-Master-42708-Capacity-Utility-Trailer/dp/B00EZLP3MK/$400: http://www.amazon.com/Yukon-Tracks-Trail-Warrior-Trailer/dp/B001RPD130/ Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-09-30 01:36 (#2T0N) Thanks for taking the time, EP. I'd mostly want it for hauling 4-5 bicycles or extra luggage on trips. That second link is an off road only trailer though:" Note This trailer is not rated for on-road use. Do not pull this trailer behind cars, trucks or motorcycles." Re: $3,000 (Score: 1) by evilviper@pipedot.org on 2014-09-30 03:17 (#2T0T) Looks like the cheap one is available much cheaper, still...Harbor Freight sells it for $190, currently, which combined with the 20% off coupons they litter the country with, is only $152+tax. Their less common 25% off coupons make it just $143+tax. * http://www.harborfreight.com/870-lb-capacity-40-inch-x-49-inch-heavy-duty-utility-trailer-with-8-inch-wheels-and-tires-42708.htmlSome plywood for a base, cut-out to accommodate the 2x4s for the sides, shouldn't add too much more cost or weight to it. Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-01 15:09 (#2T1J) Dude, you're kind of selling me on this. :)At that price level it beats most of the bike and cargo carrier alternatives, and is arguably more aerodynamic to boot. Even has good "reviews" on their site. Hmmmm....Thanks! Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-03 11:42 (#2T2K) You don't need a pickup to carry big appliances; just a bicycle with the proper fittings;http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2014/06/23/how-to-carry-major-appliances-on-your-bike/Yeah!
Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-09-30 01:36 (#2T0N) Thanks for taking the time, EP. I'd mostly want it for hauling 4-5 bicycles or extra luggage on trips. That second link is an off road only trailer though:" Note This trailer is not rated for on-road use. Do not pull this trailer behind cars, trucks or motorcycles." Re: $3,000 (Score: 1) by evilviper@pipedot.org on 2014-09-30 03:17 (#2T0T) Looks like the cheap one is available much cheaper, still...Harbor Freight sells it for $190, currently, which combined with the 20% off coupons they litter the country with, is only $152+tax. Their less common 25% off coupons make it just $143+tax. * http://www.harborfreight.com/870-lb-capacity-40-inch-x-49-inch-heavy-duty-utility-trailer-with-8-inch-wheels-and-tires-42708.htmlSome plywood for a base, cut-out to accommodate the 2x4s for the sides, shouldn't add too much more cost or weight to it. Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-01 15:09 (#2T1J) Dude, you're kind of selling me on this. :)At that price level it beats most of the bike and cargo carrier alternatives, and is arguably more aerodynamic to boot. Even has good "reviews" on their site. Hmmmm....Thanks! Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-03 11:42 (#2T2K) You don't need a pickup to carry big appliances; just a bicycle with the proper fittings;http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2014/06/23/how-to-carry-major-appliances-on-your-bike/Yeah!
Re: $3,000 (Score: 1) by evilviper@pipedot.org on 2014-09-30 03:17 (#2T0T) Looks like the cheap one is available much cheaper, still...Harbor Freight sells it for $190, currently, which combined with the 20% off coupons they litter the country with, is only $152+tax. Their less common 25% off coupons make it just $143+tax. * http://www.harborfreight.com/870-lb-capacity-40-inch-x-49-inch-heavy-duty-utility-trailer-with-8-inch-wheels-and-tires-42708.htmlSome plywood for a base, cut-out to accommodate the 2x4s for the sides, shouldn't add too much more cost or weight to it. Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-01 15:09 (#2T1J) Dude, you're kind of selling me on this. :)At that price level it beats most of the bike and cargo carrier alternatives, and is arguably more aerodynamic to boot. Even has good "reviews" on their site. Hmmmm....Thanks! Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-03 11:42 (#2T2K) You don't need a pickup to carry big appliances; just a bicycle with the proper fittings;http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2014/06/23/how-to-carry-major-appliances-on-your-bike/Yeah!
Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-01 15:09 (#2T1J) Dude, you're kind of selling me on this. :)At that price level it beats most of the bike and cargo carrier alternatives, and is arguably more aerodynamic to boot. Even has good "reviews" on their site. Hmmmm....Thanks! Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-03 11:42 (#2T2K) You don't need a pickup to carry big appliances; just a bicycle with the proper fittings;http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2014/06/23/how-to-carry-major-appliances-on-your-bike/Yeah!
Re: $3,000 (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on 2014-10-03 11:42 (#2T2K) You don't need a pickup to carry big appliances; just a bicycle with the proper fittings;http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2014/06/23/how-to-carry-major-appliances-on-your-bike/Yeah!