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Weight
The average weight of a standard kayak is 40 lbs. But if you own a tandem kayak, it may be slightly heavier. Take note of the maximum capacity the carrier can take to prevent placing a strain on the trailer. Check if your vehicle is capable of pulling your trailer. There will be times that you need to pull the trailer by hand. So check if this is something feasible to you.
Dimensions
Safety
There should be a working light system that is synchronized with your car’s brake lights and turn signals. Protective fenders are also necessary to prevent road debris from harming your kayaks.
Durability
Suspension
If your adventures lead you to challenging terrains, it is necessary that the trailer is fitted with some suspension system. This is so that you will prevent damage on your kayaks from the rough ride.
Length of tongue
Tongue length is the length from the pivot to the trailer hitch. It needs to be long enough to hold on to your kayak. When the tongue length is long enough, it is easier to tow and handle turns on the road.
Tire size
Smaller wheels may mean the trailer is closer to ground and it is easier to load the kayak. But the smaller it is, the faster the wheels wear out. This is because it needs to perform more work to cover larger distances.
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I hope you enjoyed this review and if you have questions about any of the 5 best kayak trailers, or want to leave your own personal review, feel free to leave a comment below. I would love to hear from you.
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I am looking for a kayak trailer for at least two kayaks. I also want to be able to take it wherever I go. So traveling on the highway at 80 MPH would be common so I want to be able to do that as well. I am looking for something with some cargo boxes on it.