Re: [RC] Brenderup trailers and 4Runner truck - Dawn Simas
I can imagine distances (and bad roads) are a factor in Australia (whose backbone is ranching) and Africa. Europe may not be as big as the U.S., but they certainly have big mountains too (Alps). The Brenderup is designed for light tow vehicles. Not just the suspension (cantered and cambered to reduce sway), and weight and aerodynamics, but the braking system too. I've used my Brenderup for Tevis as an "ambulance" and also to get myself to trailheads throughout the year on the Tevis trail, very remote, long, bad, roads. The trailer itself handles it well because other than the frame there is no unflexible metal, the suspension is similar to a car, so less wear and tear than a stiffer trailer. More stress free for the horses too. The disadvantage on rough rocky roads is that mine has radial tires and not bigger trailer tires. So, it's similar to taking a Subaru on these roads. The tires can handle it, but if
all I ever did was rough rocky roads, I would look into different tires. And, yes, they only make 2 horse trailers. I suppose they can't safely design one big enough to haul 3 horses and be pulled by a light vehicle.
There are disadvantages to Brenderups compared to some American setups, such as LQ's and dressing rooms, roof racks, etc. Everyone has different needs. But if safety for a light tow vehicle is your concern, the whole planet uses these rigs for that reason... U.S. doesn't so much because generally we don't have to. :)
They have a nifty free DVD you can order from their website with specs and info.
Subject: Re: [RC] Brenderup trailers and 4Runner truck
In a message dated 8/25/2005 1:58:18 A.M. Mountain Daylight Time, dawnsimas67@xxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:
They are not just an idea for small trucks here in the U.S. They have been around for many decades in other countries. Europe, Australia, Africa, Asia...all big horse cultures and none of them have Fords and Chevys...
How much different is the hauling in Europe? I can't imagine hauling the mountains/distances that I haul with a small vehicle and light trailer. Beccy in the Big, Beautiful West
