Information about horse trailers, types, maintenance, and uses.
I was so excited to finally buy my new truck. It was the perfect size for me to pull a horse trailer, and I couldn’t wait to take it on the road. But there was one thing I needed to do before I could really start using it: install a gooseneck hitch. I wondered if …
When it comes to hauling your horse, you want to ensure that you’re using a safe and reliable trailer. There are two main types of horse trailers on the market today: gooseneck and bumper pull. So, which one is the better option? In general, gooseneck trailers are safer than bumper pull trailers. This is because …
So you just bought a horse. Congratulations. If this is your first time shopping for a trailer, it is crucial that you research before committing to any one particular brand or type of trailer. And most critical is what you can expect to spend. The costs of basic horse trailers vary greatly. They can range …
Our neighbor is shopping for his first horse trailer, and safety is his primary concern. So he focused on gooseneck trailers because he heard they are better and safer than bumper-pull trailers. But after finding out the difference in price between these two options, he asked me if bumper pull trailers are safe to use …
If you’re planning a road trip with your horse, it’s critical to know the laws regarding trailers. The US Department of Transportation has strict CDL and weigh station regulations, and you have to consider some state-specific rules before embarking on your journey! As a general rule, you should stop at weigh stations when pulling a …
It can be pretty hard to back up a horse trailer the first few times. Driving a trailer is not like driving a regular vehicle. If you don’t know what you’re doing, you can quickly get stuck in a tight spot or bang up your trailer. So I wanted to share some tips and tricks …
We’ve owned many horse trailers, and I always had the opportunity to try out a similar model before buying. Luckily I know a lot of people with various types of horse trailers for me to use. If I didn’t, I wonder if a person could rent a horse trailer to test it out. You can …
If you’re thinking about buying a gooseneck horse trailer, it’s essential to know what it weighs. The trailer’s weight is critical to ensure your truck is equipped to handle the load and that you arrive safely at your destination. A standard two-horse gooseneck trailer weighs about 4,000 lbs, a three-horse roughly 5,000 lbs, and a …
My grandson was curious about the little box under my truck’s dash panel. I explained to him it was the electric brake control for our horse trailer. Of course, this prompted him to ask if all horse trailers have brakes. Most modern horse trailers have brakes. In many states, horse trailers with a gross vehicle …
For some horse owners, a horse trailer is as necessary as a saddle, but choosing the right one is challenging. Modern horse trailers offer many options, but the primary consideration is hitch type: gooseneck or bumper pull. The best horse trailer towing style depends on what you want. Bumper pulls are lighter, less expensive, and …