AndieMac
Well-Known Member
When making a decision as to which ramp/slipway to use, select a destination that has all the suitable facilities, eg. suitably angled concrete ramp/slipway, jetty/pontoon running alongside and protection from surging seas.
Some marine authorities/nautical institutions publish documents describing in good detail exactly what they offer with their facilities.
If you intend to drive on and off the trailer, understand how much clearance below the skeg and prop you have and what is the appropiate trim/tilt angle to have the outboard/drive at above the concrete. Also think about loose rocks that can get drawn into the suction created by the prop spinning at high revs.
The upright poles used for guidance are a personal choice, some like them and some don't.
IMO they are a nuisance, particuarly if they are high and set well aft on the trailer, making the whole outfit that much wider to park anywhere.
The best ones are set low and close, about half way up the topsides with a proper trailer roller at the top on a vertical axle.
Don't compromise with a cheap, half-baked trailer, if you intend to do some miles and frequent launching go for good quality gear, spend the money up front, you won't be sorry.
