Bike trailer Black Friday: discounts

Identifying the trailer and bike

A cover, a wheel, or a trailer arm only fits the model specified in its name: the cover of a single trailer does not fit the two-seater version, and a part can change from one generation to the next. Take note of the reference marked on the chassis or in the manual before comparing two offers. For bikes, most attachments rest on the rear axle; others tighten on the frame base or seat post.

Attachment and axle: the point to check

On a bike with a quick release, the hitch slides under the locking nut. On a bike with a thru-axle, you need a trailer axle that replaces the original and carries the point of attachment: its length and thread must match the frame, hence the Shimano, Syntace, or Maxxle versions offered on this page. The pitch, often 1.0 or 1.5, and the length are sometimes engraved on the current axle. To attach the same trailer to two bikes, a second attachment avoids having to dismantle the first; some hitches are sold in sets. The complete guide to attachment systems is available all year round on the bike trailer parts page.

Assessing a discount on a trailer part

A discounted part is only worthwhile if it fits your trailer and bike: an axle discounted at the wrong standard, Shimano instead of Syntace for example, won't be useful. So compare the crossed-out price and the displayed price for the exact reference, the one that bears the name of your model, then check the quantity, since some attachments come in sets. A cover or wheel is compared to another part of the same trailer generation, not to one from a similar model.

Four brands and their parts

Burley, a manufacturer from Eugene, Oregon, offers the same wheel for several of its child trailers, D’Lite, Solo, Cub, Honey Bee, and Bee, and sells a common bag for the Bark Ranger and the Wagon.

Thule supplies the cover and wheel for the Cheetah as well as the canopy for the Corsaire, two trailers from the Chariot range taken over by the Swedish brand.

XLC develops its QR-K trailer axles by frame standard, Shimano, Syntace, or Maxxle, and maintains its child trailers Mono S and Duo S with covers, arms, and axle pieces.

Topeak equips its monowheel trailer Journey Trailer with a hitch fork, the Yoke, which is also available as TX-Yoke for bikes with thru-axles.

Other transport offers

For a complete trailer, whether for children, cargo, or dogs, see the bike trailers for Black Friday. A child can also travel on the bike thanks to baby seats, and to carry bikes in the car, bike racks are included with everything else in bike transport. Once the operation is over, parts from discontinued models sometimes join clearance, and the latest accessories become new arrivals.

Frequently asked questions

Will a so-called universal attachment fit all trailers?

No. “Universal” generally refers to the bike side, which adapts to several frames. The trailer side remains specific to each brand: choose the attachment designed for your hitch arm.

How do you attach a trailer to a bike with a thru-axle?

Replace the rear axle with a trailer axle of the same length and thread, which incorporates the point of attachment. Take these measurements from the current axle or from the frame documentation.

Can a trailer be attached to an electric bike?

Yes, if the frame allows it and if the bike manufacturer approves: check the allowed load and the type of rear axle. The motor in the rear hub may require a specific attachment.

How long do discounts on trailer parts last?

The operation revolves around Black Friday, this Friday right after Thanksgiving. The Black Friday discounts from Vélo-Store on attachments, axles, and trailer parts are not limited to that: they extend throughout November.

How do you find the right trailer wheel?

Start with the trailer model, then look at the wheel diameter and its axle, whether it's a quick release or a bolt. A cargo trailer wheel may not necessarily be suitable for a child trailer of the same brand.