Horse Trailer Tips: Gooseneck vs Bumper Pull
Horse Trailer Tips: Gooseneck vs Bumper Pull When choosing a horse trailer, there are many features to consider. One important feature is whether the horse trailer will have a gooseneck or bumper pull design. There are several reasons you might benefit from either design. Let's compare these two features to see which will work best for your needs. Bumper Pull Horse Trailers - Advantages and Disadvantages. Bumper pull trailers, also called tag-along trailers, are horse trailers that attach to a hitch on the hauling vehicle. The trailer "tags along" behind the hauling vehicle and does not become a part of the overall vehicle. There are five major advantages of bumper pull horse trailers. One, they usually cost less than a gooseneck trailer. Two, it's not necessary to use a pickup truck for hauling the trailer, and more people can haul this type of trailer with their current vehicle. Bumper pull trailers do not offer as much room for the dressing/tack room. Some bumper pull trailers might not be sufficient for hauling more than two horses due to the type of hitch required for the weight of the trailer. Also, bumper pull trailers tend to fishtail on curvy roads, which can be dangerous and scary. Gooseneck trailers differ from bumper pull trailers in their hitch style. The gooseneck is attached within the hauling truck's bed with a ball and coupler mating. The gooseneck trailer offers several benefits. One, it doesn't sway or fishtail like a bumper trailer tends to do, and towing is more stable. Two, it provides more room for living quarters, which can be convenient for camping and long trips. Three, the gooseneck is easier to back up to and align with the ball while hitching it to your hauling vehicle. You can see it clearly from the rear window. Four, the gooseneck design is more secure without worry of the load coming unhitched while traveling on the highway. Gooseneck trailers are more expensive and are usually bigger so they must be towed with a truck that is able to handle it. The hitching system is also more expensive for a gooseneck setup. While hitching the trailer,you must climb into the bed of the truck to complete the process. Also, you will have to remove your camper top (if you have one) from the truck to haul a gooseneck trailer. Whether considering a bumper pull or gooseneck trailer, you can go online to check out various designs of each. If you're on a tight budget, you might consider searching through used horse trailers to find a bargain. For instance, if you live in Tennessee, you might type in "horse trailers in Tennessee" or Sundowner of Tennessee." Some horse owners prefer bumper pull trailers while others absolutely love the gooseneck style. Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each design before making a purchase. Thank you for visiting our channel. I hope you found this video informative. Please click the subscribe button below to subscribe to our channel. And click the bell to get notification when new videos are posted. Also, follow us on our social media links listed in the description section below. This presentation contains images that were used under a Creative Commons License. Click here to see the full list of images and attributions:https://link.attribute.to/cc/368837 For more information and references, check the article on our website: Website: http://www.gigglingpawsandpets.com Visit and follow us on our Social Media pages: Facebook: / gigpawspets Twitter: / gigglingpawsan1 Instagram: / gigglingpawsandpets Disclaimer: The materials and the information contained on Giggling Paws and Pets channel are provided for general and educational purposes only and do not constitute any legal, medical or other professional advice on any subject matter.
