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Trailering your boat requires your full attention to the job at hand. Take the time to prepare for a secure ride and ultimately, a smooth day on the water. <\/span>Here are six tips to keep in mind when you hit the road.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Don\u2019t rush. Fully load your vessel hours before a trip to ease the pressure of getting an early start. Racing to catch a prime tide is a classic scenario that leads to problems down the road… literally.<\/li>\n
  2. Ease your trailer into motion. Whether pulling out of the driveway or accelerating when the light turns green, take your time to build momentum and accelerate slowly.<\/li>\n
  3. No Tailgating! Leave extra room between your vehicle and those ahead. When towing a heavy load, the braking distance may be significantly increased.<\/li>\n
  4. Trailers need extra cushion when turning so swing wide. Reduce speed and swing a little wider to avoid clipping the curb.<\/li>\n
  5. Change lanes slowly and deliberately while watching for impatient drivers that pull out from behind your boat and quickly accelerate into your blind spot.<\/li>\n
  6. If you sense the trailer swaying \u2013 even slightly – immediately pull over and redistribute weight. Tongue weight (load at the front of the trailer) should be 10 to 15 percent of the overall trailer load. If it’s too heavy, you’ve found your culprit.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Keep these tips in mind and you’ll quickly transform yourself from a trailering beginner into a confident captain of the road. Remember, a little preparation goes a long way allowing you to focus on what truly matters – a fantastic boat day!<\/span><\/p>\n

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