There is no better way to explore far-flung cruising grounds than by using a trailer. You can also save a fortune on winter storage if you have space in your drive or garden
We have sourced a trailer specially designed for the job. The boat is supported on its keel in a rubber lined trough, and there are two or four adjustable height side chocks and a bow chock.
It is fully galvanized, including the axles and chock stems. The keel is carried as low as possible, usually about 12” above the road, and for boats like the Yarmouth with sloping keels the keel support slopes so that the waterline remains level.
With suitable care the trailer can be immersed, as it is fitted with sealed hubs. If floating on and off, we strongly recommend guide posts are fitted. These are two tall posts at the rear of the trailer, which allow the boat to be positioned easily over the submerged trailer.
When choosing a trailer the weight of the boat is the most important consideration with due allowance for gear and equipment and you will need a vehicle with a towing capacity of 3500 kilos. This will put you up to a Landrover Discovery, Defender, Range Rover, etc. Japanese options would be Toyota Landcruiser, Mitsubishi Shogun or a Nissan Patrol.