RE: [Paddlewise] Kayak trailer ideas?

From: Rafael Mier-Maza <silidriel_at_prodigy.net.mx>
Date: Fri, 08 Jul 2005 10:20:04 -0500
> I have a pretty good idea of what I want but before I
> start, I'd like to look at some other trailers for
> inspiration and new ideas.
>

Hi,

Our system may not be the cheapest but it works very well. 

Our wheels axis is supported by two sets of blades to the rectangular
frame, like the ones used in Tsuru or equivalet cars. From the original
set of blades (bought in a junk yard) we removed one of the three blades
to make it less stiff. 

Then we put one small motorcycle shock absorver, on each side, kind of
diagonally, such that it will not be totally closed or totally opened
when the axis moves up or down. The combination made it very nice and
gives such a smooth ride that we have never again had problems of
gelcoat cracking due to bumps or unseen holes. We carry from 1 to 12
kayaks there.

Best Regards,

Rafael
Mexico
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