foxsealady
New Member
We trailer our boat and the water is getting a little chilly to be stepping in everytime we launch or retreive. I was wondering if anyone out there has ever used a trailer walkway? How did it work for you?
Trailer Walkways
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boatmailster
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after little practice you should be able drive your boat on trailer far enough to be able to put line/strap on your bow eye without stepping into water - I don't recommend to do that with bunk trailers but works great with roller trailers
same with launching the boat - leave some slack on line and let boat float away from trailer - you need to back up far enough into water or step on breaks to help boat roll of the trailer
you need two people for both procedures: car/truck driver and someone on the boat
foxsealady
New Member
We have a bunk trailer. My partner is afraid of the low water situation and ramps at Lanier and doesn't want to back off the ramp into mud. So...she's stepping into the water. I just thought the walkway would be a better idea.
Searay Jim
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If the water is low, as I understand it is in the SE pretty much everywhere, I agree about not backing too far in. It can be messy and tear things up.
I'm not sure I know what you're talking about with a "walkway". I launch and load mine a lot solo and don't really have a problem walking on the trailer or, although it's tricky, getting form the ramp to the trailer I have to step up on the rear tire of the Excursion then walk my way around to the bumper. Certainly a trick but I haven't fallen yet. :grin:
Otherwise, wear something that allows you to roll them up and get your feet and legs chilled. It's good for the heart! :grin:
I'm not sure I know what you're talking about with a "walkway". I launch and load mine a lot solo and don't really have a problem walking on the trailer or, although it's tricky, getting form the ramp to the trailer I have to step up on the rear tire of the Excursion then walk my way around to the bumper. Certainly a trick but I haven't fallen yet. :grin:
Otherwise, wear something that allows you to roll them up and get your feet and legs chilled. It's good for the heart! :grin:
cr0ck1
New Member
I just drive mine up, hook up the hook the bow, then get out over the bow and walk up the hitch part to the dry land and crank it up.. probably harde with the bigger boats tho.