This is a cargo trailer conversion that aims to show that, far from all campers being born equal, DIY home-builds can really be more advantageous. Corey and Cait Helton believe so, at least.

I built a fabulous, DIY bike cargo trailer that smoothly hauls loads of up to 300 pounds. Spend about 10 hours and $250 to build your own.

Today's trailer is a good example in this sense, while also an inspiring instance of a DIY project whose main goal was downsizing and spending more quality time with the family while working.

In Episode 5 of our Cargo Trailer Build series, we ask the big question: is this the ultimate family travel vehicle? With space-saving upgrades, off-grid features, and comfort in mind, we take you ...

We used more of the 1-inch square tubing, some heavy-duty rollers, and expanded metal for the cargo box’s rollout tray, which makes loading and unloading the trailer much easier.