We’re going to take a closer look at what “lightweight” means in today’s world of horse trailers. We’ll also outline some safety guidelines to make sure your trailer to tow vehicle “weight ratio” is within safe standards.
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Since we specialize in custom horse trailers, “boring” is never a word that enters our vocabulary. Each trailer that rolls out of our factory has been specially tailored to fit exactly what our clients want and need. Over the years, this has resulted in some pretty unique… dare we say “outrageous” horse trailers. They come in every shape and color you can imagine.
If you have the right know-how, there’s no reason a gooseneck horse trailer can’t work extremely well for your horsey needs. Here’s a rundown of some information you may need if you are ready to buy your first gooseneck horse trailer.
We get it. There’s no substitute for seeing a product in person, feeling its quality, and imagining your own horses enjoying the space. In this article, we are going to share five easy ways to see a Double D Trailer in detail before you buy.
Staying legal on the road is important to consider before you hitch up your trailer. Laws are usually put into place for a good reason, so checking your local towing laws can be a great way to keep your horses and family safe.
Since opening our doors in 1994, Double D Trailers has evolved from a simple family-owned farm supply store into one of the leading horse trailer manufacturers in the nation. Unlike typical companies in our industry, we offer a unique purchasing experience, allowing customers to commission custom horse trailers designed to meet their specific needs.
A trailer that isn’t hitched up correctly can spell disaster on the road. One of the main variables that people often forget is the size of the hitch ball on their tow vehicle’s hitch. If the ball is too small for your trailer’s coupler, it is possible for your trailer to pop off the hitch at the first bump in the road.
We feel that having “over the top customer service” is the absolute best way to keep and gain new customers. That’s why we deliver top-notch, personalized customer service to each and every customer.
New 2+1 horse trailer for sale from Double D Trailers. Compare this trendy model to the safer, more popular SafeTack 3 Horse Slant Trailer.
The Washington International Horse show, like several other big city shows, is held in the heart of a bustling metropolitan area. Grooms with horses share space with honking car horns, flashing traffic lights, and throngs of people packing the sidewalks. In order to safely transport elite show horses into the middle of a city, the folks at Johnson Horse Transportation need to carefully plan their deliveries and treat their charges with the highest level of care.
In most cases, we recommend you avoid hauling your horse trailer when the weather is poor or the route is unsafe. Still, there will be times when you find yourself in a difficult position. Be prepared with a few bits of knowledge to will ensure you and your horses arrive home safely.
This article is going to talk about rubber mats in all their glory. What’s the best way to clean them? How can you prevent your horse from slipping? And how often should they be removed? It’s all below, so read on…
Bumper pull horse trailers can be a great option if you are looking for a trailer that you can quickly ‘hitch up and go.’ Where gooseneck horse trailers require a pick-up truck and a larger investment, bumper pull trailers can be hauled by a wider variety of vehicles at a lower cost. Here are a few questions to consider when choosing which bumper pull horse trailer is best for you.
Most of the time, we think about horse trailer safety in regards to healthy animals. But what needs to happen to horse transport when a horse is sick or injured? What special safety precautions or considerations need to be observed? Here is some valuable information that will help owners who need to transport their animals even when they are ill, injured, pregnant, or severely malnourished
Your horse trailer is going to need regular maintenance and occasional repair service to keep it performing at its best. Many horse trailer owners are unsure how to properly care for their trailer, so we’ve created this guide to help with some common concerns.
This helpful guide will allow you to find 2017 towing capacity trucks that can safely haul your horse trailer. Plus, learn useful tips to match your tow vehicle to your trailer with this Double D Trailers 2017 Towing Guide.
A weight distribution hitch can dramatically improve towing safety for certain horse trailer and tow vehicle combinations. It allows you to haul the maximum capacity of your tow vehicle’s hitch and also improves things like steering, traction, braking, and trailer sway on your rig.
Looking for a head to head horse trailer for sale? The reverse load horse trailer is a much safer and more convenient option.
What happens when you want to haul more than just ‘horses’ on your horse trailer? Is your trailer equipped to safely secure extra items with your horses on board? If you are hauling equipment without your horses, how do you know your trailer can handle the load? Here are some creative (and very useful) ways to haul things other than horses on your horse trailer.
No one likes getting a flat tire in the middle of a long trip. It's even worse when you're hauling a horse trailer! Learn the basics of how to choose and maintain horse trailer tires. Plus, find out when it's time to replace them.
