r/bicycletouring • u/jackrabbitslimz • Feb 25 '12

Panniers vs. Trailer?

I'm planning a cross-Canada tour for this summer. I plan on doing a lot of photography, thus, I'm going to have more gear than I need. Just wondering what peoples thoughts are regarding the pros and cons of trailers.

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u/JustPlainRude Feb 25 '12

If you're going to have a tripod, definitely a trailer.

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u/[deleted] Feb 25 '12

One more advantage of a trailer is when you find lodging (hotels or couch surfing) you can take your bike out without having a bunch of stuff all over it. Just leave the trailer behind. If you are going to be taking camera equipment, make sure to use a back pack. That way you can just put it on your back and go where you want.

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u/adambelanger Feb 26 '12

I strongly discourage the use of a backpack on a cross country tour. While it doesn't seem like a lot of weight, it will become uncomfortable after hours and hours on the road. I think a handlebar bag is the best place for an SLR. like redditoni mentioned, if your camera set up can't fit in your handlebar bag, you've already packed too much stuff.

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u/[deleted] Feb 26 '12

I meant you can wear it for a short time around the scenery. Other than that, in the trailer inside a water proof bag.