Launch plan
Mar 03, 2019
5 minutes
by Bob Sexton Photos Sandy Nicholson
Everyone who’s ever trailered a boat has an embarrassing story to tell. Just Google “boat launch fails” to see the type of chaos you can get when you mix lack of experience or carelessness with thousands of dollars of equipment, moving parts, and asphalt. Launching can be an intimidating exercise, especially at a public ramp. Whether it’s your first time or not, here are some tips for a launch that’s all smooth sailing.
Hooking up
First, make sure that your vehicle is up to the task at hand. If you’re going to be trailering your boat on steep gravel roads or using a slippery ramp, your best bet is a vehicle with four-wheel drive.
On that note, if you’re buying a new vehicle, consider getting the
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