How is an Xtracycle S.U.B. better than a trailer?
In short, it rides better and carries a greater variety of loads, including passengers. More specifically: Rides better unloaded. After a short time of getting to know it, the bicycle/FreeRadical combo feels like riding a regular bike, on most any surface, going as fast as you please. If you’ve ever ridden on uneven terrain with an unladen trailer, you know it bounces around and makes you wish you didn’t have it with you. Rides better loaded. The long wheelbase, low center of gravity, and weight over the rear wheel combine for performance so solid that many riders feel more comfortable on an S.U.B. than on a short bike. Most people will never believe this until they experience it for themselves, but it’s true, and it’s a distinct advantage over towing a trailer. It’s got Gravity Advantage JuJu, man! Lighter. At just 9 pounds, the FreeRadical is lighter than any utility trailer we know of. (It’s 3 pounds lighter than the BOB Yak; try shaving 3 pounds off your bike’s weight!) Also, becau
