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This is a good discussion.

In researching a replacement trailer I do see two types of users.

There are those who live close to the ramp, only store the boat on the trailer in the off season, trailer for the annual or biannual trip and those that trailer distances on a frequent basis.

I have seen the Karavan trailers under Boston Whalers and they are decent, basic and cost effective.

Given that trailer dealers are regional, owners have to take into consideration what brands are available within a reasonable driving distance.

I think the Karavan Richie is looking at is decent, worthy of consideration.

For my uses, I still need to shop Continental, Load Rite and Hustler to see how they stack up. This will be discussed in my thread "Restoring/Replacing Trailer"