Are There Shorter Load Bars Available For The Malone LowBed Kayak Trailer
Updated 11/17/2025 | Published 12/29/2024
Question:
Can i get shorter load bars on the low boy trailer with 12inch tires
asked by: Randy
Expert Reply:
Hi Randy,
The Malone LowBed kayak trailers only come with one sizing for the load bars, but since they just clamp in place you could always cut them shorter to fit your needs. You'd want to use a chop saw with a metal-cutting blade and you'll need to remove the plastic endcaps before cutting the load bars down to your desired length, keeping in mind that the bars can't be cut shorter than the spacing for their mounting brackets. You'll also need to drill out another hole for the D-rings so that you can reattach them to the load bars.
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Jesse M.
11/17/2025
Hey Randy, how did trimming the load bars on your LowBed trailer turn out? Were you able to get them to the length you wanted without any issues with the brackets or D-rings? Your update could make it easier for the next person with the same setup.