Originally Posted by cyclezealot

I am encouraging a friend to do a very special nonsupported special tour of the California coast. She is new to touring. She hasn't a touring bike with eyelets. Her only option is to use a friend's trailer. ( She is not a minimalist.)
But the beauty of this tour has her psyched.
For those who have an option between a trailer vs panniers. What are the issues of touring with a trailer? ? Sway.?
Q. Bike trailers. Love them or hate them. Thanks.