Kayak Trailer and Kayak Cart Recommendation for a 85 Pound 19-Foot Kayak

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Hello. I have a 19 tandem kayak that weighs 85 lbs. Your trailers look excellent. I dont need a double rack or to carry a lot of weight. I would also like to be able to move it around by hand because of the limited parking area I have. What would you recommend? Thanks

asked by: Hans D

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For a great option that allows you to transport a kayak up to 20 feet long, I recommend the Malone LowBed MicroSport Trailer - 78" Crossbars # MPG464-LB along with the Yakima BigCatch # Y04091. With the MicroSport trailer, it measures 13' 3" long x 78" wide x 22" tall and is compatible with your 85-pound tandem kayak. Also, with the massive 150-pound weight capacity of the BigCatch, you can rest assured that you have a sturdy and safe setup. The BigCatch also comes with load straps/bow stern ties to secure your kayak to the trailer.

It is important to note that since the MircroSport's coupler sits at 18 inches from the ground, you most likely need a rise/drop ball mount with the required 2" ball. In order to make sure that the trailer is level to connect to your vehicle, I recommend measuring from the ground of your vehicle to the top of your hitch receiver opening. This will give you the rise or drop you need for your mount. I went ahead and attached a product listing of all of our 2" hitch rise/drop ball mounts with 2" balls we carry.

If you happen to need a hitch or a 4-way wiring harness for the trailer's tail lights, feel free to respond with your year/make/model of vehicle and I will be happy to assist you with the best hitch/harness.

For a great kayak cart to transport your kayak to and from the trailer in limited parking areas, I recommend the Malone WideTrakAT Large Kayak/Canoe Cart # MPG521. This cart has a 250-pount weight capacity and includes no-flat tires. Also, the mounting pads on the cart are designed specifically for wider-hulled kayaks.

I went ahead and attached helpful videos for you to check out.

expert reply by: Bob C

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Answer 1

I checked to see if there was conversion kit to convert your Malone high bed trailer to a low bed #MPG464-LB. I know this isn't going to be ideal, but what you can do is reuse the U-bolts from the cross bars you have now, and reattach the cross…

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Answer 2

We can piece together a Malone Lowbed trailer by first starting with the part #MPG464-LB and then a single bunk kit part #MPG561 and then the spare kit part #MPG465 and you'd be set. There isn't a kit with just the parts you are looking for…

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You may be able to use the accessories you already use on your Thule Aero roof rack on the Malone LowBed MicroSport Trailer #MPG464-LB. You will need to verify if your accessories will fit on the 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" square bars on the trailer.…

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The Bunk Kit #MPG561 will fit and work perfectly on the Malone MicroSport LowBed Trailer #MPG464-LB that you referenced. We have recently confirmed with Malone.

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I checked with Malone and the Storage Trunk for Malone MicroSport and XtraLight Trailers #MPG481 is not a compatible accessory for the Malone MicroSport LowBed Trailer #MPG464-LB. As you mentioned, the Storage Trunk is compatible with other models,…

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Yes. The 2nd Tier Kit #MPG474 is also compatible with the Malone LowBed MicroSport Trailer - 78" Crossbars - 800 lbs #MPG464-LB.

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You can use your Hobie carriers on your Malone MicroSport LowBed Trailer #MPG464-LB with the Malone Installation Hardware for Hobie Style Carriers #MPG5576-6. I have added a cut out of the instructions and linked them below but you just need to…

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Answer 8

The fenders on the Malone LowBed MicroSport Trailer #MPG464-LB are going to sit almost flush with crossbars. Do remember that the height of the Malone FoldAway-J Kayak Carrier #MAL98FR will give you over the top of the crossbars and the fact that the…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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