A boat trailer is an essential piece of equipment for transporting your boat on the road, whether to launch it, bring it back to port or store it at home. But choosing a boat trailer is no easy task. Several criteria need to be taken into account, such as the type of boat, its weight, length, width, height, type of towing vehicle, towing capacity, type of hitch, type of brakes, type of wheels...
You also need to comply with current regulations, which vary according to the gross vehicle weight (GVW) of the vehicle-trailer-boat combination. Depending on the case, you'll need a B, B96 or BE license, a specific registration document, a periodic technical inspection, appropriate insurance...
You also need to know how to maintain your boat trailer, which is put to the test by salt water, sand, shocks and vibrations. Tires, bearings, lights, cables and brakes all need to be checked regularly. Metal parts also need to be cleaned and greased to prevent corrosion.
Finally, you need to know how to drive with a boat trailer, which requires a few precautions and tricks. You need to adapt your speed, safety distance, steering angles and reversing maneuvers. You also need to pay attention to weather conditions, boat loading and road signs.
