[Paddlewise] Bicycle trailer for kayak?

Hello!

Has anyone here built themselves a kayak trailer for their bicycle? Is
there some company making them? There used to be a company called
"Farrington Chariots" that sold a bicycle trailer for kayaks and
canoes, but I can't find them anymore. Their old web address goes to
an insurance company now!

I've asked my local bicycle shop person about building one for me, and
he had some nice ideas, but ended up not having the time to do the
project. He did, however, get me the 20 inch quick release BMX tires I
wanted for it, and also recommended a flexible "universal joint" type
thingy to attach the hypothetical trailer to the rear wheel hub of the
bike. I'm not too worried about the size of the tires/trailer, as this
will not need to go into the kayak; I'll just lock it up with my
bicycle.

Unfortunately, because my bicycle shop friend is just swamped in bike
repairs (he's always busy, but this is his very busy season), I've got
some tires now, but still no trailer.

I already have a little cart I use for hauling the boat over the beach
behind my house, but it's not made for higher speeds and longer
distances. I would like to be able to pull my kayak around to some
other local put-ins/beaches as well...a range of anywhere from half a
mile to about 15 miles each way. I'm really getting tired of having to
use the car for all these little distances, and I'd much rather be
riding my bike than driving anyway.

Anyone have ideas for me?  Thanks!

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