Rampfree trailers
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Rampfree trailers
I had two back operations in the last 2 years, doing well and can still ride a little. I have a Kendon trailer but its a bit much loading with my back and the ramp. I am looking at the Rampfree trailer. I really like the way it loads that should be no strain on my back. I would like to know if anyone has one and what you think of it, loading, un-loading and towing. Also is the power coating holding up or is it flaking off like the Kendon.
Thanks in advance for all thoughts, Be Safe JIM
Thanks in advance for all thoughts, Be Safe JIM
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i don't remember what brand it was, but my buddy bought an easy load trailer for his golf cart. just pull the pin at the front end, and trailer tilts back until rear of trailer touches ground...drive cart on and re-install front pin. no sweat, no muss, and no fuss. he later put a wheel chock on, and hauled his bike...just ride on and tie down. i would think nearly any trailer dealer would have a similar set-up.
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Are you sure winding up the table with the bike on it won't be a problem for your back? Though I'm sure there is an electric winch upgrade available.
It's not clear to me looking at the video's if the lift table actually locks in place, or is just hung from the strap and winch. I'd think there'd have to be a lock, but one never shows up in the videos and I don't see one described. If the bike and bed are actually hanging from the strap, I'd figure out a way to upgrade it to mechanical locks.
To get the bike off, you have to push sharply to get the bike over the bump that apparently is used in some fashion to help hold the bike foward. Can you back handle that backwards heave?
It's not clear to me looking at the video's if the lift table actually locks in place, or is just hung from the strap and winch. I'd think there'd have to be a lock, but one never shows up in the videos and I don't see one described. If the bike and bed are actually hanging from the strap, I'd figure out a way to upgrade it to mechanical locks.
To get the bike off, you have to push sharply to get the bike over the bump that apparently is used in some fashion to help hold the bike foward. Can you back handle that backwards heave?
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Originally Posted by foxtrapper
To get the bike off, you have to push sharply to get the bike over the bump that apparently is used in some fashion to help hold the bike foward. Can you back handle that backwards heave?
Last edited by RKZen; Sep 30, 2014 at 08:22 AM.
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One other thought. You can't load or unload this trailer with it hitched to your tow vehicle. It works by flipping the frame and the tongue up, something it can't do when hitched to a car or truck. That makes it a good bit less convenient. Horsing it around loaded won't always be easy.
