It’s the ideal accessory for cyclists who demand the height of luxury on their camping trips – a fully-equipped, single-berth caravan designed to be towed by a bicycle.
The £5,500 caravan boasts a full-sized single bed, 19” TV, drinks cabinet and tea-making facilities. The ETA commissioned the bicycle caravan during Green Transport Week to illustrate the efficiency of the bicycle.
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The QTvan
“Versatile” bicycles
The caravan’s designer at the ETA, Yannick Read, said: “The caravan illustrates the versatility of the bicycle. Bikes don’t just beat traffic, get you fit, save you money and go easy on the environment – few people realise how much you can carry or tow with them.”
Battery boost
The caravan can be towed by most conventional bicycles, but its range can be extended considerably by hitching it to an electric bike.
Cycle camping was at its height in the 1950s, but a renewed interest in camping over the last three years has seen cycle touring clubs attract record numbers.
| Top speed: How fast can you pedal? Dimensions: 2m x 75cm Range: You decide Power for TV/kettle: 240v hook up |
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| Entertainment: 19” TV, radio, alarm clock, book shelves Accommodation: Full-sized single bed Cooking facilities: Kettle, drinks cabinet |
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| Eco rating: Entirely carbon neutral (if electricity for electric bicycle is bought from a sustainable provider) | |
| Optional extras include: Solar roof panels, satellite dish, gaming console, central heating, external luggage rack, bespoke paint Tweet |
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Cycle Insurance
Cycle insurance from the ETA includes new-for-old, third party insurance (in the case of an accident you may need to seek compensation or even deal with a claim by someone else), personal accident cover, race event cover and if you suffer a mechanical breakdown, they will come out and recover you and your bike. Electric bicycles can also be covered. Includes 90 days’ European cover and 60’ days worldwide.
connor wilson
hello i am making a bike caravan out of a standerd bike trailer eny tips facebook me connor rhys wilson
Martin Oconnor
Do you do a double bed range?
nib
That would be two in train behind a tandem wouldn’t it?
martin
No I said double bed range not two caravans
jorge luis galicia hernandez
enviame todo sobre la construccion y el presio del prototipo
Joe
Does the scooter go with it instead of the bike, also the stuff inside of it, ie.drinking glasses etc Please answer soon.
Yannick Read
Yes – the same caravan can be towed by a mobility scooter. Email marketing@eta.co.uk for more details
Vee
Hi Mr. Read,
I am a design student who has decided to create a bike caravan for my project.
I’m just wondering how I may be able to contact you to ask some questions about this wonderful caravan you have created?
Furthermore,
Did you require a government permit for this vehicle to drive it on the roads or need to register it? Were there any vehicle creation parameters?
Thank you very much
Joe
how much does this trailer cost Please answer soon
Beau Emmerson
£5,500 mate
Leighton fox
What are the laws in the uk around push-bike campers
niki terry
can this be purchased in the usa?
Joe
how much does this trailer cost due you get a bike or aelectric bike go with it
Joe
Does the scooter go with it instead of the bike
Joe
Does the scooter go with it instead of the bike
how much does this trailer cost
Dante Esquivel
Talk about dreamers!, I definitely would love to have one for those 100 plus miles rides.
Jochem
Is it available without TV? How does it behave behind a recumbent bicycle sporting a 26″ rearwheel?
cliff Cooley
I was wondering where do I purchase this and how much is it
shirley turner
Please tell where and much this cute little trailer is
dee
Can anyone please send me companys that make bicycle campers.
Also this 53 year old bicycle traveler is lookin for a female life travel partner i ride a WTB mtn bike (-;
Thank u for reading.
Be blessed
Yannick Read
This is a great bicycle camper http://woodenwidget.com/foldavan.htm
Genepher
Just wondering if you have found your female life travel partner…I have been putting plans together so I can hit the road soon.
chalie
hi ☺
👌
where on earth are u
now?
john buchan
this is a very nice caravan but 5500 pounds is more than rediculous !! i have personally made one recently to a very high quality for less than 500 pounds. building a bicycle caravan is very easy and very cheap. i understand the company needs to turn a profit but at 5500 that is profiteering
Frank
Since you made one for less, would you be able to share the instructions on how to build one?
Yannick Read
Frank, have a look at the excellent design plans at http://woodenwidget.com/foldavan.htm
john buchan
i make bicycle caravans very like the one on this page, have a small workshop in glasgow where ive been making these for a few months now. will send link shortly.single bed £1000/1300 75cm to 90cm double bed £1500/2000, 100cm to 120 cm. all hand made.
Ruth Gilchrist
Live near Glasgow, would love more details about your hand made bicycle caravan
jon
john buchan glasgow , on facebook for details on bicycle caravans (homemade)
brandon
glasgow uk?
I would like to see what you got but which john buchan are you?
David
I would love to know if they did a two person one
jon
anyone interested in single or double bike caravans, add john buchan )glasgow) to your facebook and i shall send you pictures and details
Wil
I did, John…I contacted you. Thanks. This is very cool idea!
john
Have a look at (velovan bicycle camper) on facebook, new prototype just released
Juan Castaneda
I would like Information on how much it would cost to acquire one and where/how to order a qtvan, please and thank you
irma
does anyone know if I can get a light weight camper like this in Australia?
cheers
Baz
Can you get the towing hitch on its own?
Baz
Also is it the same size as a standard car one?
maisie
hi
how do I make one!!!
Kidman
How do you order what is the contact number in which one can buy qtvan
Tony
how is it in strong winds, and where does one put aporta pottie? lights at night ( rear ones for dumb motorists)
Andrew McIntyre
I’m not sure what this option would weigh. But slightly larger street lidded plastic recycling containers look a promising base. In particular, this is due to their potential for improvising an Elevating/Pop-Up Roof given the addition of concertina-like material.
Martin
Please send order details thank you
Ryan
I could really do with one of these for my ebike as I’m sofa surfing and about to be homeless in the UK, if anyone could give me a reasonable quote I’m very interested in becoming a nomadic ebike caravan hermit
ALLAN JENNESS
Hi I’m curious is there seating and a table inside the QT bicycle caravan?
Michael c
Hello im thinking of building my own cheap camper, previously tryed and failed due to wight unable to move lol. And I used roofing slates for the frame and relaimed for sale signs to panel it up ,any ideas please from any one please email me at mdcolville17@gmail.co.uk thanks
Michael c
Hello im thinking of building my own cheap camper, previously tryed and failed due to wight unable to move lol. And I used roofing slates for the frame and relaimed for sale signs to panel it up ,any ideas please from any one . thanks
ALLAN JENNESS
Hi I’d love to know the prices for these optional extras please?: Solar roof panels, satellite dish, gaming console, central heating, external luggage rack, bespoke paint.
I would very much appreciate any assistance you can provide me with.
Thank you for your time.
Gavin
So, how does anyone actually order one of these QTvan’s?
JETHRO PAUL RAYMER
Can you please send me some information about your biceyice camper and what is included in the price of the camper and what is the cost of the camper in USD and how much is the solar package, and do you have someone that sales your camper in the USA? Can you please sign me up for your newsletter
Truus Fleuren
Hello,
what is the price without television, radio, alarmclock etc.? Is it also available in the Netherlands?
With kind regards