Kayak Trailer Recommendation for Carrying a Hobie Full-Time

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Looking for advice on a kayak trailer. I have a Hobie pa14 that will live on the trailer. But I also need to be able to take one or two other kayaks about 25 of the time. I also would like to have a second tier for storage. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

asked by: Bruce A

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Hey Bruce, thanks for reaching out!

It sounds like you're a pretty avid kayaker, so I recommend picking up the Yakima EasyRider Double Decker Trailer # Y08129 for a few reasons; it works with the Yakima BigCatch # Y04091 which works really well with Hobie kayaks, and it has the 2 different decks that you can use for a variety of cargo.

For your setup I'd put the Hobie on the lower deck and then you can use the upper deck for your additional kayaks or carrying your fishing gear to keep your tow vehicle completely clear of cargo.

Let me know if you have any other questions!

expert reply by: Jon G

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Bruce A.

4/9/2025

Hi Jon, Thanks for the response. One last question is can you wet load with that trailer?

Jon G.

4/9/2025

@BruceA Absolutely! I double checked this with my contact at Yakima and the only things they said to watch out for is that the trailer needs to be hosed down with freshwater afterwards, and not to back the trailer too far down into the water because it might start floating since it's so light.

Answer 1

I checked with Yakima who confirmed the tires on the Easy Rider Trailer #Y08129 are tubeless and do not require inner tubes like the Rack and Roll #Y08107. Both the Rack and Roll and Easy Rider trailer axles should be greased before installation as…

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Answer 2

The Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer part #Y08107 is designed primarily for lighter loads such as watersport accessories and cargo. These lighter loads require a more sophisticated suspension i.e. coilovers in order to ride smoothly. If you just need to…

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Answer 3

The 78 inch Yakima Rack n Roll trailer #Y08107 is actually wider overall than its 66 inch counterpart, #Y08106. So it is not just the crossbars. Because the price difference between the 2 is minimal it would be more beneficial to just go with the 78…

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Answer 4

Hey Steve, it looks like you are comparing the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with J-Carriers part #MAL93FR with the Yakima LowRider Kayak Trailer #Y82QD. The Malone actually has a 400 lb weight capacity vs. the Yakima which is rated for 750. The…

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Answer 5

The Yakima EasyRider Double Decker Trailer #Y08129 is pretty well setup for off-road situations like you mentioned. It comes with shocks and decently aggressive tread tires so that it would handle moderate off-road scenarios like what most find…

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Answer 6

Hey Larry! With the exception of their USA made cargo boxes, everything from Yakima is manufactured in China or Taiwan. They wouldn't give me the specifics for the Yakima LowRider Kayak Trailer #Y82QD or #Y82KD so all I can say is it comes from…

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Answer 7

Hello Lydia, thanks for reaching out. Yes, there is suspension on the Yakima LowRider Kayak Trailer #Y82QD. It uses a leaf spring suspension system. You will see similar suspension on a lot of other trailers, it is quite common. A durable and…

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Answer 8

Hey Scotty, the tongue of the Yakima LowRider part #Y82QD does not have ability to fold or retract. BUT we do have the Malone MicroSportXT Trailer #MPG460XT that does have a retractable tongue. It also can carry boats up to 20 feet in length and has…

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Answer 9

The Spare Tire and Carrier for Yakima EasyRider Trailer #Y08125 is the only available tire replacement for your Yakima EasyRider Double Decker Trailer #Y08129 and Yakima does not offer another tire with a higher speed rating. However, we do offer the…

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Answer 10

Hey Gary, Those are some really nice kayaks you have. Thanks for the detailed question, sounds like you’ve got some great paddling and fishing ahead! Based on everything you’ve described, the Yakima EasyRider Double Decker Trailer #Y08129 is…

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Answer 11

The Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit part #FHDPB230101 is what I recommend for a Malone EcoLight Trailer part #MAL53FR. The Retractable Tongue Kit for Malone MicroSport Trailers part #MPG494 will fit on the tongue but the MicroSport has a one piece…

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Answer 12

Hello Nathaniel, Wow, those are some really nice fishing kayaks! The Yakima LowRider Kayak Trailer #Y82QD will be a perfect fit for you. With a 270-pound weight capacity, it can easily handle your 240-pound load without any issues. I’m especially…

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