September 26th, 2011
Before you decide to have your sailboat towed, there are a few considerations that you should think about. You should think about the size of your truck or SUV first. However, on the event that you have no idea whether your SUV or truck will be capable to tow your sailboat, the best thing that you should do is to check the user’s manual of your vehicle. There are some SUV’s though that can tow boats that are less than 25 feet. However, I still recommend that you check with the manual first to ensure that your vehicle can tow your sailboat.Get more information here. http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2011/09/16/3-men-rescued-from-sinking-sailboat-in-long-island-sound/
You should also check the dry weight of your sailboat. You can find information about the dry weight of your sailboat in the user’s manual. When you already have an idea on the dry weight of your sailboat and the towing capability of your vehicle, it is now the time to tow your sailboat. In most cases, an individual can transfer a small sailboat on the truck or SUV. However, with large sailboats, you may need to ask help from your family or friends. You should not be embarrassed or afraid to ask for help because I am certain that your friends and loved ones are more than willing to help you.