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Bicycle caravan shows how luxury has overtaken bike travel

27.05.2026 06:40 1 min 1 source
Autobahn NLD
Bicycle caravan shows how luxury has overtaken bike travel
Original source: Autobahn

Alpencamper has introduced the Eco Slide Out, a bicycle trailer with a slide-out section that expands the sleeping area to 1.40×1.96 m. The model weighs 52 kg, features 30 mm insulation, and offers optional solar panels, heating, shower, and toilet. The base price starts at CHF 8,350 (approx. €9,100). The concept highlights a trend toward equipping bike travel with motorhome-like comfort, though payload is limited and additional gear increases weight and complexity.

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Bicycle caravan shows how luxury has overtaken bike travel

27.05.2026 Autobahn NLD Original source

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