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Old 08 August 2011, 18:31   #1
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does this sound daft?

Due to already having a trailer(car) in my drive, and thus currently limiting my options in a search for boat & trailer, I am considering getting a SIB that can be packed away in the car, but I know that I'll want to trailer it at times.
Is it feasible to put some sort of rack on a small camping trailer to transport the SIB?? rather than a bespoke trailer.
This would hopefully give me some storage space as well as a useful trailer for other uses, and one that can be upended and put away easily.
many thanks
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Old 08 August 2011, 20:03   #2
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Sounds pretty sensible to me as long as it's done right
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Old 08 August 2011, 20:13   #3
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Yes .

Outboard and other kit goes into the box trailer, job's a good 'un.
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Nice one Chris123.. and is the SIB 3m or more?
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3.2 metres.

My current SIB is 3.5 metres long - it went on there fine (just a bit close to the car's rear window), it was just far too heavy for day to day use.

A normal SIB like my old Avon in the photos would be fine.

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Old 08 August 2011, 21:14   #6
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Used to put the 3.8 on the roof rack
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Old 08 August 2011, 21:25   #7
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roof-rack... even better
didn't think that would be viable, but that could solve my logistical problem
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Old 14 August 2011, 18:06   #8
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Hi have you sorted yourself a sib yet? I have one here.
A sad day ,Honwave t40 and tohatsu 40 anyone?
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