Re: RC: horse trailer

[Jim Holland <lanconn@tds.net>]

I've had both....and I prefer the trailer without the ramp.  First, you
need a fairly level area to put the ramp down.  If you ride in the
mountains, that's sometimes difficult.

Another concern is that in an emergency it's sometimes difficult to get
the horses off with a ramp.  For example, you drop one wheel off in a
culvert and need to get the horses off to get out. Better hope you have
an escape door.

Horses learn to deal with the step down....no problem.

Jim, Sun of Dimanche, and Mahada Magic

Cliff Fenneman wrote:
> 
> I have a step up stock trailer. My horse can easily jump into it from
> anywhere . He loves his trailer!
> Some horses might have a problem, but I think it is easier to overcome
> than dealing with a big floppy heavy ramp that makes horrible noises and
> what more useful purpose does it solve? I don't think horses prefer
> it...just my opinion.
> Lynda
> 
> guest@endurance.net wrote:
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> >anne nearyta@hotmail.com
> >Need some advice.  What is your opinion on ramps on horse trailers?
> >Thanks. Anne
> >
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