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Vehicles: Trailers
from the pages of Trail Rider
Cruise in Comfort
As I get grayer, comforts while traveling get closer to the top of my
list of must-haves. Here are a few comfort items you can add to your hauling
rig to make it an easier ride for you and your
horse. Air Bags Semi trucks that travel long distances over-the-road have air
axles, air cabs,... | read »
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Vehicles: Trailers
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Used Trailer Buying Checklist
If economic times have forced you out of the new horse trailer
market, then you're probably looking at buying a used trailer instead.
The best way to weed out the lemons is to focus on evaluating
the trailers themselves using a methodical approach. Use the checklist included
here to compare... | read »
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Vehicles: Trailers
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Trailer Spruce-Up Tips
There are five cheap-and-easy ideas to spruce up your horse
trailer to keep it in working condition, make it comfortable for your horse, and
retain its resale value.
Annual Maintenance Like any vehicle, your trailer should have an annual tune-up.
"We encourage people to come in before... | read »
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Vehicles: Trailers
from the pages of Trail Rider
Important Trailer Connections
If you're new to towing a bumper-pull horse trailer, you may not
appreciate how difficult it can be to line up the hitch and ball and then get
the electrical systems all connected correctly. But if you've spent time jumping
in and out of the truck to see how close you are to the trailer, or... | read »
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Vehicles: Trailers
from the pages of Trail Rider
You Can Save Fuel!
With today's gas prices, I'm tempted to ride my Paint Horse gelding
to Starbucks to save fuel. We've all had to change our habits to pay for fuel.
I've reviewed a host of accessories that purportedly increase fuel mileage, but
none guarantee increased
mileage, as mileage varies based on... | read »
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Vehicles: Trailers
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Trailer-Loading Trouble
Without a doubt, trailer-loading issues commonly try the patience
of many horse owners. These are the scenarios: You're ready to load up and head
off with friends to enjoy a great trail ride on a beautiful day, but your horse
balks. Or you've had a successful day competing at an open show in... | read »
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Vehicles: Trailers
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Getting Properly Hitched
You're considering towing your horses. One of the most confusing
and scary aspects of this adventure is the myriad kinds of trailer hitches
available to buy. It might seem like there are hundreds. In reality, there are
only a handful, but they come in a large variety of sizes and capacities.... | read »
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Vehicles: Trailers
from the pages of Trail Rider
Prevent Trailer Theft
It's a familiar scenario. You and your horse have been out on the
trail for hours, riding up hills, wading in streams, and trotting through
gulleys. When the day is nearly over and the two of you are getting tired, you
start back to the trailhead. You get to your trailer, untack your horse,... | read »
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Vehicles: Trailers
from the pages of Trail Rider
Special Report: Keep on Hauling
It's summer at last, and
you're ready to trailer your horses across the country to the big rodeos and
ride the unknown trail. But wait...can you
afford the skyrocketing gas prices? Unfortunately, today's fuel
costs are frightening, but in our latest special report, we'll give you the... | read »
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Vehicles: Trailers
from the pages of Perfect Horse
Traveling with Horses
As any parent can tell you, a road trip with a 2 year old is no
picnic. There's all the stuff you have to pack: pampers, playthings, car seats,
DVDs, Cheerios. It takes a lot of preparation before you hit the road. When that
2 year old is a horse, the work is times two. Like a child, a... | read »
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