Malone MicroSport Trailer with Saddle Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks - 800 lbs
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Malone Trailers
- Roof Rack on Wheels
- 800 lbs
- Malone
- Spare Tire Included
- Galvanized Steel
- Saddle Style
- 6-1/2W x 13L Foot
- 2 Inch Ball Coupler
This heavy-duty trailer is great for hauling 2 kayaks or canoes. Saddle-style carriers hold your boats securely by the hull. Soft cradles with high-grip pads protect your boat's finish. Marine-grade trailer supports boats up to 20' long.
Features:
- Heavy-duty trailer is great for hauling 2 kayaks or canoes
- Saddle-style carriers with high-grip pads hold your boat securely in place during transport
- Soft padding protects your boat's hull from scratches and scuffs
- Lockable mounting bracket carries a full-size spare tire on the trailer's tongue - lock sold separately
- Submersible LED tail lights and side markers are DOT-approved
- Galvanized steel construction resists corrosion - great for fresh and saltwater environments
- Trigger-latch-style coupler attaches to your vehicle's 2" hitch ball
- Included safety chains act as an emergency measure if coupler disconnects
- Leaf spring suspension absorbs road shock
- Assembly required - includes hardware, brackets, and wiring with 4-flat plug
- Licensing and registration paperwork included
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Trailer weight capacity: 800 lbs
- Crossbar weight capacity: 500 lbs
- Maximum boat weight capacity: 90 lbs per boat
- Maximum boat length: 20' long
- Crossbar dimensions: 78" long x 1-1/4" wide x 1-1/4" tall
- Crossbar spread: 44" - 63"
- Trailer dimensions: 13' 3" long x 78" wide x 30" tall
- Trailer tongue dimensions: 90" long x 3" tall x 2" wide
- Trailer weight: 240 lbs
- 5-Year warranty
- Limited lifetime warranty on SaddleUp Pro kayak carriers
Coupler Specs:
- Ball size: 2"
- Pin hole diameter: 1/2"
- Height (from ground to bottom of coupler): 18"
Tire and Wheel Specs:
- Wheel dimensions: 12" diameter x 4" wide
- Wheel bolt pattern: 5 on 4-1/2"
- Tire size: 4.80" x 12"
- Section width: 4"
- Outer diameter (when inflated): 21.3"
- Tire capacity:
- Load range: C
- Ply rating: 2
- Speed Rating: 70 mph
Lightweight Trailer is Perfect for Hauling Kayaks or Canoes
This lightweight trailer with saddle-style cradles let you transport your favorite kayaks or canoes. With a 7-1/2' long tongue, this trailer offers exceptional clearance during tight turns. The extended tongue also makes it easier to back up the trailer and prevent binding than trailers with shorter tongues.
Durable saddle-style kayak carriers are flexible and padded to prevent scuffs, scratches, or damage to your boat during transport. The high-grip, adjustable saddles stabilize your boat and prevent movement while traveling on uneven or rough terrain. Fabric covers on the rear saddles allow easy boat loading from the back of your trailer.
Submersible LED Trailer Lights
The DOT-approved tail lights on this trailer are fully submersible, so you don't have to worry about damaging the lights when loading and unloading your boat in water. Each tail light has brake, running light, and turn signal functions, as well as side marker lights and reflectors. In addition, these LED lights last longer, burn brighter, and require less power than incandescent bulbs.
Plug-and-Play Trailer Wiring
The wiring for this trailer has a simple plug-and-play design, so it doesn't require any cutting or splicing to install. As you assemble the trailer, route the main wiring harness through the trailer tongue and down towards the body of the trailer. Then plug the 4-wire end of the tail light harness into the main harness.
Run the wires of the tail light harness along the sides of the trailer frame and plug the individual wires into the matching wires on the side marker lights and the tail lights. The wires are color-coded so that you can easily match them up - no circuit tester is required. Once all of the wires are plugged in, use the included clips to secure the harness to the frame.
When you're ready to connect the trailer to your vehicle, simply plug the trailer end of the main harness into the 4-way flat connector on your vehicle.
Leaf Spring Suspension
This trailer includes a leaf spring suspension system to limit road shock while you tow. A sturdy steel axle runs beneath the trailer frame. The 2 slipper springs that support the axle flex to absorb the rough motion that can occur when driving over bumpy terrain. Also, the axle, spring hangers, and tie plate are galvanized to resist rust and corrosion.
Quick and Easy Trailer Hookup
Hooking this trailer to your vehicle is quick and easy. The trailer's coupler connects to a 2" hitch ball, and the included safety chains act as an emergency measure if the coupler accidentally disconnects from your hitch ball. A rubber coated lift handle is mounted to the coupler to provide a solid grip for lifting or maneuvering the trailer. Finally, the skid plate on the underside of the trailer tongue keeps the coupler from touching the ground.
MPG461GU Malone MicroSport Trailer for 2 Heavy Kayaks - Saddle Style - 800 lbs
Item # MPG461GU
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Customer Reviews
Malone MicroSport Trailer with Saddle Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks - 800 lbs - MPG461GU
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (46 Customer Reviews)
This heavy-duty trailer is great for hauling 2 kayaks or canoes. Saddle-style carriers hold your boats securely by the hull. Soft cradles with high-grip pads protect your boat's finish. Marine-grade trailer supports boats up to 20' long.
- MPG461GU
by: Stu08/09/2021
Bought this trailer because I was tired of getting on a ladder to put on the Yakima racks onto my Tahoe every time I wanted to take my Carolina Perception kayaks out for a cruise. Checked out eTrailer and saw this Malone MicroSport trailer and bought it. My wife and I had very few issues assembling it in about four hours (though strongly recommend you invest in a 9/16" gear wrench to make it really easy to tighten the many nuts). It's so easy to load the kayaks, strap them down and go. Wish I'd bought this trailer a long time ago. Afterwards, I decided the purchase the storage bin and jack stand to complete the setup!
- MPG461B2
Bill - 05/28/2021
by: Bill05/27/2020
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
I researched a number of different trailer options for my pair of Hobie fishing kayaks. Due to their weight, proper support was crucial to prevent long term sagging. I liked the multiple options available with the Malone Microsport trailer and went with the twin bunk option. The Microsport trailer is sturdy and easy to assemble. The instructions were detailed and easy to understand. I also took advantage of assembly video on the etrailer.com website. All this being said, I found the estimated 3 hour assembly time to be overly optimistic. (It took me about 5 hours.) I like the fact that all of the parts are galvanized. Living in a rainy area and using the trailer to store the kayaks when not in use, rust prevention is important to me. I'm confident the trailer will last a long time. I've already towed my kayaks over 100 miles to our vacation home without incident. The trailer towed like a dream. The LED lights are bright and easy to see from behind, even though the kayaks overhang the back of the trailer by at least 4 feet. I was not concerned about drivers behind me not being able to see my turn signals and break lights. All in all, the Malone Microsport trailer is great, reasonably-priced trailer for kayaks and canoes. It also makes a great rack to store them on, if you have the space.
Comments
Im still completely satisfied with the Malone trailer. It hauls well on the highway and is easy to maneuver by hand into tight spaces, even with two fishing kayaks loaded. Ive been asked several times at the launch where I got it and Ive sent them directly to etrailer.
Bill - 05/28/2021
- MPG460G
Raymond A - 05/24/2021
by: Raymond05/23/2020
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Excellent Instructions made assembly straightforward without miss-steps. In my case, 6 hours and assembled.
Comments
Its great. Even better than I imagined. Perfect for my needs.
Raymond A - 05/24/2021
- MPG461G2
Donald L - 09/04/2020
by: Donald L09/03/2019
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Can't say enough about the quality and prices. Ashley and Bridgette in CS were extremely helpful in helping me get what I needed in a Kayak trailer, and their follow up was extraordinary. Malone trailer is very sturdy, assembly instructions were right on. Paper work for title and registration was sent to me asap after delivery of the trailer. Trailer tows and tracks very well.
Comments
Trailer has performed beautifully for a year now since purchasing. Makes loading and unloading for us being retired very easy
Donald L - 09/04/2020
- MPG461KB
by: John06/09/2021
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
I cannot think where I was ever more impressed with a company than Monroe. They were very attentive and never was there a more easier task than building my trailer. There was nothing missing, and it went together with perfection. Not knowing, but a year before I bought the trailer package, I purchased a kayak 2 wheeled portage cart. Wanting a premier carrier, i bought the best , most stable built cart on the market. It so happens that it was a monroe cart as well. Great group of engineers working on innovation everyday.
- MPG461KB
Jeffrey R - 01/11/2021
by: Jeffrey01/10/2020
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Trailer directions straight forward. All materials identifiable, quality made and on hand. Take your time to do it right. Taking on kayak trip this weekend!
Comments
Great trailer for kayaks and bikes. Easy loading and towing.
Jeffrey R - 01/11/2021
- MPG461G2
by: Mark B.06/28/2021
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Great kayak trailer! The assembly instructions where precise and easy to follow, only took a few hours to complete. Highly recommend.
- MPG462G2
Joe F - 06/30/2021
by: Joe F.06/29/2020
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
I love it. Easy for anyone to assemble. Great performance. This is definitely they way to go when loading and hauling kayaks. Tracks true behind my Cherokee, so easy to strap down the kayaks with the j hooks. Light system works great. In my opinion there are really no negatives. I will use etrailer in the future. Expert help. Very professional company. Doesn’t break the bank.
Comments
It’s still doing great
Joe F - 06/30/2021
- MPG462G2
by: Nickolas08/07/2021
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
The packaging left a little to be desired, so some pieces arrived dented. My sister and I assembled this in a few hours. I had to take some links off of the safety chains to avoid dragging. To install the Malone trunk, you have to drill holes in the trailer...why doesn't the trailer come pre-drilled with these? It already has numerous pre-drilled holes in it, some of which are not used...so why not have these holes for the trunk brackets pre-drilled? I removed the triangular skid off of the tongue of the trailer, once I saw how low it hung, which could be a problem. I then installed the jack-stand with the wheel, which was the best solution, trust me, but the jack-stand handle is an issue (see my review for it). I also added some DOT speced reflective tape for safety, after taking off the Malone decals. This is a nice trailer, but it is definitely overpriced for what you get. You can see in the pic that I have not yet flipped the ball hitch from the 2-3/4" drop side to the 3/4" rise, which I eventually did for the clearance. As always, thanks William B, for your help. You're the greatest.
- MPG461G2
by: Daniel11/11/2020
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Due to the pandemic, I waited 2 months to receive the trailer. It all arrived in good shape and I was able to assemble it easily. I was pleasantly surprised that the hardware and wiring harness had been upgraded to be more robust. I am waiting for plates and then I will see how it does on the road.
- MPG460G
by: Bill10/31/2018
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
The search for a trailer to carry our two Hobie Kayaks was extensive. My main concern was finding one that could carry the two heavy (83 lbs. ea.), travel at highway speeds and be easy to use. This Malone MicroSport trailer has turned out to be great. It is easy to get our kayaks on and off the trailer at the lake. Rhino-rack Nautic roof rack carriers were installed to carry the kayaks because I wanted them to provide conforming support for the hulls. They have proven to be capable of carrying the weight of the Hobie kayaks and the kayaks can be slid on them when loading/off-loading. This was a primary concern because capacity is not listed with most carriers. Assembly of the trailer was fairly easy and I would rate it requiring moderate mechanical skill. Before doing this assembly I watched a fantastic video online, walking you through the assembly. I would add just a couple things. Those include: 1. It would be easier to do most of the assembly on a table, until you get to the wheels. Especially true for us older folks that don't bend so well. 2. Be sure to read the wiring harness installation a few times before installation. It is tricky, but will work if you follow the instructions correctly. There is barely enough wire to connect the tail lights. I wound up having to splice some wire because of problems I had. 3. You will need to get some grommets to protect the wires going through the holes in the frame. They are not supplied with the kit. Other than that the trailer works great,very solid and have had no issues traveling at highway speeds. Attached is a photo of the trailer with the kayaks.
- MPG461KB
by: Gerald06/18/2021
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
This trailer makes lifting my kayaks and bikes an easy alternative to putting the kayaks onto the top of my higher SUV. THe latching and tiedown points make safe travel for my adventure trips. Easily handles 2 kayaks very well. Bike tie downs are very easy also, and feel very safe taking these at highway speed on road trips to adventurous destinations. Very pleased with this highly usable product. Not bad to assemble and can easily move it with kayaks and bikes on it. Well balanced. So glad summers here again!
- MPG462G2
by: james11/29/2020
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
I started building the trailer yesterday afternoon and just finished it an hour ago after spending three more hours on it today. It went together very well. Institutions were very clear. I am very happy with it. I am attaching a photo.
- MPG461KB
by: John10/08/2020
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Easy to put together, it took two days due to one box arriving the next day. No problem towing on the trips we have taking, even to the Keys.
- MAL25FR
by: Daniel06/09/2021
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Well it finally came in over two months after ordering due to MFG back orders I have finally assembled the trailer and all my friends think it’s great. I have been roof top kayaking for many years but the constant loading unloading and reloading and unloading back home was starting to make me loose my joy of kayaking. Now with this trailer I hope to keep kayaking into my 90’s. And no back pain.
- MPG462G2
by: William07/01/2020
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Please find some attached images of the Malone trailer I purchased from you. Thanks.
- MPG460G
Keith W - 07/16/2020
by: Keith07/15/2019
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Good quality trailer. Went together easy, had all the parts even though the main packaging was torn open from shippment. Got it licensed with no problems. I will be hauling my 2019 Hobie Outback on this trailer. Also mounted a 6" tube for my fishing poles. Will also be adding the storage box. Have not had it on the road yet. I like the size of this trailer, not very heavy or to large.
Comments
Its been working out great! Diffidently was a good purchase. It handles my Hobie Outback kayak with ease. I can loadunload it easily by myself. I haul it with my Jeep wrangler. The trailer is lite enough that I can move it around myself. I did not install the storage box, because I feel that it needs support from the bottom. Im afraid with to many bumps on the road could cause it to fail. So I keep it inside the Jeep instead. Still Im glad I purchase the storage box, very handy.
Keith W - 07/16/2020
- MPG462G2
by: Russell11/17/2020
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
This is a great trailer for the price. I found the packaging and instructions pretty straightforward and easy to follow. Once together it seems quite solid and I really like the LED lights. The crew at etrailer.com were in constant contact and very supportive throughout the entire process and all the paperwork for registration came within a week .
- MPG460G
by: Mark06/10/2021
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Sliding tongue and ability to store vertically against garage wall is great and very easy to do. Use trailer to haul a pair of 14 foot sit on top kayaks; hauls them well and is easy to load and tie down the kayaks.
- MPG461B2
by: Stephen06/24/2020
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
After receiving the 7 boxes, it took me about 5 hours to put it together. All parts and hardware were there and the trailer went together perfectly. I highly recommend this trailer. My Malibu and Caper Ocean Kayaks fit perfectly and should make transporting easier.
- MPG462G2
William Y - 06/03/2020
by: William06/02/2019
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
I just received the parts for the trailer and will be putting it together shortly. I plan on transporting my recent purchase of 4 Kayaks. I like the fact that I can load the Kayaks a little more closer to the ground then having to lift them up high.
Comments
Fantastic
William Y - 06/03/2020
- MPG462G2
by: Richard04/10/2021
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Excited to get paddling. Waiting for my trailer to ship from back order. Accessories came without fuss and packed well. Looking forward to the next shipment.
- MPG461GS
by: Alex10/17/2021
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Works great for transporting my Eddy Line Whisper sea kayak.
- MPG460G
by: Alton B.09/17/2021
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Great little trailer. Perfect for what I needed...something to haul my 16 1/2 foot canoe and 13' 8" kayak. Instructions were clear and there were no components missing.
- MPG462G2
by: JD09/25/2021
Review from a similar MicroSport in Trailers
Excellent trailer. Highly recommended!
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