Options

Please note- that the standard trailer with no options can be assembled right out of the box or tote, hitched onto the bike and ridden off into the sunset-or other destination. All the options are a matter of choice or necessitated by shipping constraints.

You can select a standard model and custom-configure it to your specifications. (See the options, below.) Or, have a trailer built for your specific needs from the ground up. For information about standard features and available options on the model you want, see the respective comparison charts or information on the different model pages.

In General the options are:

Swivel hitches For smooth rapid stops and starts(and $30) you can add the "Swivel" option to the standard hitch. This allows you to lay the bike down (deliberately or involuntarily) without damaging anything. As on all Tony's trailers the hitch fits all sizes and heights of seat-posts. The hitch rotates 360 degrees at the threads just south of the Canadian Flag.

Brakes for Trailers and Wheelchairs. Various forms and types of custom brakes are available. Usually operated by the person on the bicycle but in the case of special needs can also be operated by the person in the wheelchair. This suspension multi purpose Wheelchair/Trailer/Rickshaw has brakes for the occupant to keep control on off-road descents-especially in Rickshaw mode.

Adjustable Width Quick-Release Wheels. Shown is the option on a flatdeck- but all are similar. This option allows for easy tool-less wheel removal and of changing the space between the wheels to suit cornering speeds and stability
Price adder Can $75 (US $70)

3-Point/Heavy-duty hitch: Lowers the centre of attachment and distributes the load forward of the bicycle's rear axle. Utilises a one inch proprietory ball and cup system with simple pin attachment Easier to use on heavily loaded trailers- (although the hitch is better left on the bicycle)
Price adder $150

Heavy-Duty Hitch/Rack also for when there is no seat-post Note: This example uses the standard U-hitch. Can be supplied as an integral part of a heavy duty rear-rack model, with either the ball hitch or the U-hitch post.
Price adder $225. See in action on YouTube!

Extension Sides/Signage racks These options are for extending the side rails upwards for added lighter weight capacity and/or advertising space for your ads or sell the space to others. These extensions are removeable on all models except the MBT's. For the Flatdeck-Model FD, you must have the siderails option-either fixed or removeable to attach the extensions which are themselves removeable. For the MBT models, the side mounted signage racks can swing up to hold a table top or swing out to provide a display rack. For the BinPicker it comprises of adjustable/removeable extension side rails for higher light cargo and advertising. This option can be used in conjunction with a set of (4) Bichard Brackets to create a wider cargo space and/or for longer loads. The width above the frame between the extension sides can be increased by up to 8 inches by the use of the Bichard brackets. (not available for MBT's)

Tool Racks a useful option for composters and gardeners. Two types are available: 4" Plastic pipe, mounted on either or each side above the wheels. Hardly increases the width of the trailer. Metal Multi-tube. Classical style, front or rear mounted.

Market Racks and Stalls turn your trailer into a market stall! Also see Pic 1 and Pic 2, the pics were taken when the owners kids dressed it up for a birthday party. Note it has a receiver for the Umbrella.
Hilary carries everything-table, canopy, chairs, and pottery etc on her small flatdeck. Hilary is president of the 100 strong farmers Market group in Duncan BC and regularly attends several Markets a week. Hilary can be contacted at "Trial by Fire Pottery", 250 746 6893, e-mail: Trialbyfirepottery@hotmail.com.

Train Connection. For towing another trailer behind any of the cargo or tent trailers. Available best at time of order. We have towed up to two with no problem.

Detachable Tow-bar. Easy on-off with a Quick-Release joint at the front of the trailer. For storage or taking up less space in general and shipping in particular.

Transformer Models: We also have many "Transformer" models that besides a custom fit and purpose readily and easily converts to another mode of travel-from being pushed as a wheelchair to towing by a bike or Segway, used as a rickshaw or pulled by the family dog or miniature pony.

There has never been so many ways to get the therapeutic benefits that go with these styles of travel, whether you are on the road, on the trails or hiking up that mountain.

Heavy duty upgrades We can customise to meet the demand for increased load capacity as in this 8 footer heavy duty version of a BinPicker-good for 500 lb.

Suspension systems

Canopies Pic 1 Pic 2

Electric Assist is available (with Kits starting at $750 Can / US$701) for your trailer, bicycle or tricycle Just change your front wheel- the motor is in the hub-hang a battery on the rack or in the basket or trailer, and string some fool-proof wire.

Bin-Buddies™ are water resistant nylon fabric inserts with pockets around the inside perimeter for storing a variety of items in commonly found plastic storage bins while still allowing the lid to fit snugly as the original manufacturers intended. Visit their website, www.bin-buddies.com, for more information

Cargo Tie-Down D Rings Now available - Note: these are standard on special needs models as required. For the Trayaks- usually two on rear axle and one on the front bow adjustable support is the minimum requirement, with additional ones available eg. to run a lock cable through. Also available for any of the cargo models, and anywhere you can think of.

Double-Hooked Camlock Cargo Straps Quality straps for use with D-rings, or to hook onto decks and frames, (supplied with Trayaks and some special needs models.) Available at $8 (US $7) each.

Long Load/Ladder/Kayak Carrying Extension Convert your flat/deck (any size) into a super long-load carrier. On or off in minutes, shown here with a ladder. Elsewhere you can see it in action Click here-carrying a 32 foot load of planks,ladders and aluminum guttering....Price $320 (US $299) If you want it for your boat(s) we'll include two Y-20 foam blocks and three camlock straps, for an additional $55.00 (US $51)

Holistic Hitch This is the simplest version of the seat-post hitches and it’s use necessitates removing the seat-post from the bike, adding the two sleeves to the seat-post and sliding the seat-post through the ring and tightening the seat-post clamp. It‘s quicker if you have a quick- release seat clamp.Some tape on your seat-post will help protect it from wear, not too much as there has to be space to allow the ring to articulate going over bumps and up kerbs. The vertical articulation is taken care of by the threaded parts, and the horizontal swing by the ring on the seat-post. Enjoy the added theft protection afforded by this design. Sold as a separate unit $35 (US $33) for DIYers.

NEW! HITCH FOR OFF-ROAD VEHICLES!

Etc. Limited only by your imagination and/or pocketbook.

All trailers and optional accessories shipped from Mill Bay on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. See the ordering page for more information about how to purchase a Tony's Trailer.

766 Handy Road, Mill Bay
British Columbia, Canada, V0R 2P1
Phone: (250) 743-9915   E-mail: tonyhoar@shaw.ca

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