The Industry
For years, we have recognized the need for an upgrade to the bunk rail system currently being used in all boat transport and trailering equipment - all over this country and internationally. This industry has consistently settled on the same 2X4 (or similar sized boards) covered with simple carpet to support boats on trailering and handling equipment mainly because it was "fast and cheap" and just about anybody could do it. It has become a way to do them all the same - to standardize the industry. This design was initially just a low-cost way for the boat make to deliver their product. The boat was the prize and the trailer was simply a way to facilitate selling the boat. The trailer's design and components were minimal at best.
This system works, but just a quick study can reveal that doing it this way actually leaves much to be desired. The bunk rail system in use today is:
- Temporary: Sometimes the rails must be changed each year. (It seems like every time you turn around.
- Traps Abrasive Material: Embedded sand and grit create an abrasive surface that will wear on a boat hull and other surfaces. The fabric surface can tend to grow mold and algae - to discolor and mark the boat finish.
- Breakage: The rails become weaker with age and can become dangerous to stand or walk on and even worse for transporting a boat. The wood is susceptible to decay and rot. Since they are wrapped, it becomes difficult to assess their true condition until they give way - at the most inopportune time.
- Not Slick: It can be very difficult to bull boats across, as in retrieval and push off in shallow water. Some people think this somehow helps hold the boat onto the trailer. The tie-downs at each end of the trailer are to be used to hold the boat in its position during transport, not the friction of the bunk rails. What exactly is the coefficient of friction for your bunk rails?
- Non-conforming limited support: Most rails do not support the actual shape of the boat. Existing rail systems do not transition to support the boat anywhere except in the rear part of the boat.
- No Shock Absorption: Current bunk rail systems provide little or no actual cushion or impact absorption during loading, trailering or transport.
The current method of load support actually came about in an era before we ever put real money into our boats. Today's boats can cost as much as a small house ($50,000.00 - $100,000.00 and up) and that is just to go fishing at the lake. Salt water boats are even more, and sail boats- well you see how it escalates. Then, we turn around and rest that entire investment on a couple of 2x4's covered with carpet. That's all there is between your boat and the next pothole.
We have seen 24-30 foot boats being transported on trailers, resting on 6x8 pieces of wood, covered in indoor/outdoor carpet. It is any wonder that our boats can be damaged just transporting it from the factory, for winterization, or for mechanical repairs.
More and more boat manufacturers buy a standardized trailer that will fit under the boat. These low-bid, no frills trailers are not built for your boat. And expensive add-ons usually come with delays or are not promoted to the boat owner.
These are just a few of the problems that our Load Support System and Impact Management System will solve. We offer a better system for your "prized and treasured" boat.
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Are you ready to upgrade your trailer?
Are you ready to protect your investment while in transport?
Are you ready to see what a difference real support can make?
Do you trust this for your boat?
Today's Bunk Rails
Why Today's Bunk Rails Fail to Deliver
Unlike the modern systems we provide to our customers at Custom Rubber Composites, there is nothing consistent with wood bunk rail models. This industry has always settled on the same 2 x 4 covered with carpet.
Here are some of the main issues with today's bunk rail systems:
- Temporary
- Trap abrasive material
- Can rot easily
- Have a rough, hard surface
- Nonconforming
Reasons to Choose Us
If you're looking for a worry-free bunk rail system, your search ends here. Our composites are built to last. Here are a few more reasons why our products are a good choice for your boat trailers.
- Weatherproof
- Rustproof
- Rotproof
