Bumping so I can see this too

 

Dealer around here has Karavans at 2999 for a 12 ft, Tritons for 3000-3400 depending on length and model. That is usually with bars, but no jack. I would think March would be a great time to get a little more knocked off or some things thrown in. Never lose much on a trailer if you take care of it.

 

I see you responded to that R&R for sale here.

I have the exact same trailer, its been a fine unit

they are made here in Michigan, I see lots of them around

I paid $1200 for mine if I recall

and it did not have any ski guides or mat, it was just plain wood

I would not be afraid of a used trailer like this, there really isn't too much to them. Just look the frame over good

 

Had an '11 R&R 10' tilt clamshell- 10" tires, bought new $2k. Sold it last Jan when wife's sled got longer! Got $1400 I think it was. The front "door", paint was peeling on it. Only issue with the trailer other than the design in the front corners allow some spray to get in. I cut a mud flap to fill it in, and didn't have any other issues at all!

Last Jan bought a new '14 Pro Starr/ Sled Shed (another Mi co.) 12' tilt clamshell for $2800 w/12" aluminum wheels. So far decent trailer. Main complaint is lights in the clamshell are optional, so no extra bracing for them without the "light package".

Both bought here in Mi. Prices for used are crazy!!!! Hard to justify used when most times a few hundred more gets new w/ a warranty! Cut a plastic truck bed liner up for ski guides and a stall mat for the track, and you into those for less than a $100 to get started!!!!

If you can, try to find an 11' or 12' just in case your sled gets longer!!!!

Good luck, and hope this helps!!!

 

Bought a 1 year old 12 ft triton covered tilt trailer for 2500 last year. Only used once. Seemed like a good deal to me at the time. Saw lots of used ones around 3000 range. New ones are 3800. So you should be able to get a nice enclosed around 1.5 to 2.5k

 

Yeah thanks for the info guys, it's funny because a buddy just texted me telling me he's upgrading to a blizzard nor'easter 12 footer and he will sell my his older triton clamshell for a song. Only bad thing about his triton is it's a 96" and the clamshell rides inside the deck so it makes getting two newer sleds in a little tricky but for this price i'll figure something out!

 

my clam is 101" and my 2 sleds barely fit. they have to be about perfect

you may have to put one in backwards or ride one ski up on the other one

not really sure. All I know is if they are too close to the edge the strut rod and bracket get in the way when you close it

 

my clam is 101" and my 2 sleds barely fit. they have to be about perfect you may have to put one in backwards or ride one ski up on the other one not really sure. All I know is if they are too close to the edge the strut rod and bracket get in the way when you close it

That is the one reason I keep thinking about buying some sled specific ski guides! Easier to move the sled over just a little, compared to the truck bed liner channels being further apart.

Did have that slight issue with our R&R, either due to being a 10', or just the way they make the lift shock bracket. Can't remember how our Sled Shed is at the moment, but only remember it slightly catching once or twice with all the trips we had last year.

Not sure what will happen if & when I get wider skis on both sleds! :dunno:

 

I may have a 12 FT hybrid 2008 Bearcat that might be for sale in April. 12 Ft rear ramp door, front drive off. Excellent shape. I fit 2 plus my kids Z-120 and my 90cc 4 wheeler. I might be aquiring another sled from a family member so I will need to go to a 3 place. I would sell mine for around $2800. I dont want to sell just outgrowing mine. best trailer I ever had. i can post photos later today. Not allowed to access personal data at my job.

 

I'm also getting sick of covers on and off and this past weekend the roads were slushy. Looking to get a clamshell. Wondering how easy to load sled on without hitting your head? Just seems to be a close fit, but maybe I'm looking at it wrong?

 

I'm also getting sick of covers on and off and this past weekend the roads were slushy. Looking to get a clamshell. Wondering how easy to load sled on without hitting your head? Just seems to be a close fit, but maybe I'm looking at it wrong?

Im always worried about hitting my head. I really have to duck and pray not to.

I would like to figure out how to open the top higher, but that would involve doing something with the strut supports. But would probably be worth it in the long run. Luckily I don't use my trailer that much anymore since I bought a cabin and built a pole barn and usually just ride from there.

 

Brian,

How are the edge guides working out? You went with the fixed (non hinged) model, right?

Bizzo,

As for your buddy's trailer being only 96" wide, it possibly could be modified to work. Question is do you want to modify it?

A buddy had a 96" wide clamshell, with hinges like this. He bought some steel that was wider, maybe 8" (can't remember- will ask though), and made a new hinge. Did the same in the rear to raise it up also. Then closed of the rest of the gaps. It raised the clamshell frame enough so it actually sat above the skis, allowing two late model sleds to be loaded.

Good luck!

 

Funny you mention modifying the shell to work, my buddy actual did something very similar to what your describing, on the front hinge bracket he put a 2" metal spacer on each side of the front hinges so that it raises the front of the clamshell enough that it doesn't hit the skis. The problem I see with this is that now all the weight of the front of the clamshell is resting on this spacer. The other issue is that because there isn't a matching spacer on the rear hinges, the holes in the rear don't line up exactly which makes getting the pins in a bit difficult, so I'm definitely going to have to figure out a better design, part of me thinks that just matching the rear with spacers identical to the front will solve this issue but then the entire weight of the clamshell will be resting solely on those four spacers and that doesn't leave me with a warm fuzzy feeling.

I also wonder about moving the lift arms to the outside of the trailer to allow more room on the inside as well as not worry about catching them with a ski but that looks like it would be quite the undertaking. I'm open to any suggestions from anyone that has modified their older 96" trailer to accommodate two late model sleds. Thanks!

 

the edge guides are great. Line the skis up where I want them and they go right up.

I got the fixed ones, they hang off the back and look a little strange with the cap closed, but I dont care about looks

I care about function!!

I have seen videos where carbides have caught the edge of the trailer and either broke the ski, or broke the driver, or both, on You tube.

These avoids that!!

 

In 2013 I bought a new 12' (2012 leftover) enclosed tilt for $2800. I suggest going new and taking care of it as it seems they hold their value pretty well. I've only hit my head once unloading and thankfully I had my helmet on.

One thing to consider is you may need some sort of counter weight if you're solo and have an uneven surface. I use the trailer's spare tire.

 

when I unload I dont drive them off.

I just pull one back until I can tilt the trailer then let it roll off. Then I release the brake on the other sled and let it roll off.

When I load, after I tilt the trailer I wedge a piece of wood between the tongue and the trailer to keep it tilted, load both then remove the wood, then grab one of the sleds by the bumper and lift and level the trailer

 

I also load with my brain bucket on to protect my good looks.
Same procedure wise as Michigan...

 

http://syracuse.craigslist.org/snd/4877179443.html

2015 alcom snowmobile trailer

Enclosed Snowmobile Trailer

 

Go Hybrid

Had a clamshell, went to this, never going back...

 

I purchased a brand new Trition 12' clamshell in January for $4,000 OTD. It was loaded with ski guides, track mats, jack, spare tire, o rings on back of trailer for additional tie downs, spring assist tilt, large front door and easy adjust front ski tie downs.

I highly recommend going with the 12'. The extra room is so nice with these newer sleds and a place to store gear, oil and other belongings. Plus the resale will most likely be better or at lease more potentional buyers.

 

I forgot to add....I too was sick of trying to load a sled in the back of my truck by myself. I used it 3 times this winter and absolutely love it. I'm 6'4" and never hit my head loading.