[bobcowan]

I'm with Speedy, DonC, Tony, etc. Serpent Express is the only way to go. It's light weight, reasonably aerodynamic, and very easy to tow. A well equipped SE is about the same price or maybe a little less than a used hard sided trailer. Overal weight is considerably less. All that equates to better fuel mileage. Handling with a heavy side wind is actually very good; an important consideration in this corner of the galaxey.

I tow mine with a '01 Dakota Quad Cab, 5.9, auto, 4x4. I towed an open trailer for 3 years without any problems. Including one trip to London last year. I just bought the SE this year, so have not had any long hauls yet. Going to Utah next month, though. The Dakota is an excellent platform for something like this.