Best Enclosed trailer

[TGitt]

I'm looking at getting an enclosed for next winter, but I'm relatively new to the whole enclosed trailer business. Right now we're using two trailers that I built, but it would be nice to have a place to keep our sleds and not have to unload/load every ride. Not to mention keeping road grime off them. So my question is what do you guys have and what do you like about them. Looking at spending around $6500-$7000. Needs to be around 26ft. I really like the floor of the Mirage's but I've heard that the trailer it's self doesn't hold up as long. Any input is appreciated.

Thanks.

Tanner

 

[M8Chris]

I'm looking at getting an enclosed for next winter, but I'm relatively new to the whole enclosed trailer business. Right now we're using two trailers that I built, but it would be nice to have a place to keep our sleds and not have to unload/load every ride. Not to mention keeping road grime off them. So my question is what do you guys have and what do you like about them. Looking at spending around $6500-$7000. Needs to be around 26ft. I really like the floor of the Mirage's but I've heard that the trailer it's self doesn't hold up as long. Any input is appreciated.

Thanks.

Tanner

Ahh ya next winter is gonna be legit Tanner I do know that the pace american trailers have that poly bead flooring just like the mirage trailers. Might look into that and see if you can find a used one on ksl for that price! I'll keep an eye out for ya

 

[94fordguy]

Just like with brand of tires, colors, food, and beer, you're going to get as many favorite trailer answers as there are manufacturers.

With that said, I am very impressed with the build quality of my 2002 Interstate 19' trailer. I will be buying an Interstate when I want to update or upsize from my current trailer (which wont be for quite a while).

 

[M8Chris]

How long can you expect a trailer flooring to last? Tanner if you can't find one with the ploy bead flooring we can just throw some super glides on the inside!

 

[soft hat]

trailer

I picked up a Stealth 7'x 27' predator this year. pretty money trailer. looked at several options in this price range, and a little higher.

originally was set on an Aluma...but i think the price tag went to 11 or 12k...mine was about 8k. figured if i got 2-3 seasons out of it...it'd be fine.

the good thing is that there are a few options in that 7-8k price range. stealth makes the base model too- the apache i think it's called. decent option, but when you add 2-3 options, you get close enough to a predator price that's loaded...so it becomes a no brainer.

i really like it so far, has the resin/wood floor. i use super grip dollies for the skis. carbides tear everything up. dollies are easy.

 

[TNTCOPP]

I am kind of interested too on peoples opinions. I have a Charmac - built like a brickhouse, thus it is a little on the heavy side. It tows real good and straight though. It has also held up pretty well except for the interior due to a leaky roof.

Who has owned or does own a Double R Trailer? They look like they are built good too. They are out of Idaho.

http://doublertrailers.com/

 

[LoudHandle]

Although my choice is Feather-lite, you won't find a new one that size for even double your price range. For the floor the cheapest way to go is glue indoor outdoor carpet to the plywood, while it does get cuts in it, it doesn't show. And also allows you to steer the sled as you drive in and out. Don't bother with fuel doors, they are a pain in the *** and never in the right spot. Just get the man door in the center of the box. I got mine insulated with a motor home heater and thermostat as I live in Alaska and there are countless places here to ride without any lodging. I paid $20,000 for mine 23 years ago and have been through three sets of tires and logged upwards of 50,000 miles and it still looks and works as good as the day I picked it up from I-5 Trailer Sales on Christmas eve 1999.

 

[AndrettiDog]

I researched several new trailers at one time. What bothers me is that it is very difficult to get a price on a trailer and the price for the options. It makes me believe that there is a lot of give and take when it comes to price.

One thing I would mention is that I was told Aluma trailers have the best (longest) warranty. Not sure if that is still true. That's why I bought an Aluma over a Triton.

 

[TGitt]

Thanks for the replies! I've done some research and I found in my area i found an 07 Pace 27' that is in really good condition, insulated, plywood floor, and no cabinets for $7500. Or I can get a brand new 2012 Mirage 26ft Xtreme or what ever they call it, insulated with the poly-bead floor for $8300. What are your opinions on these two trailers. I'm in no hurry and probably won't pull the trigger until this fall, but I'm kind of thinking a brand new Mirage sounds pretty good right now.

 

[soft hat]

trailer

no opinion on brands, but i'd go new. warranty...and new chit is just fun. order the colors you want too.

 

[HighmarkerX]

I've done lots of research and have own many different brands. I would go with something that has a tube frame. A lot the trailer manufactures (pace, interstate, mirage, cargo mate, etc) use I beams and channel which don't hold up. They tend to crack and are not as torsional strong. There was a recent thread about a guys frame that cracked and the wall fell.

The strongest and best built trailer I have seen and used is the Charmac. It is all tube frame constructed and their build quality is way better then the others. There is a reason why it is more heavy because it has more steel. When going through frost heaves, chewed up mountain roads, etc, I would rather count on a strong trailer then a cheaper one.

 

[smokindave]

I've done lots of research and have own many different brands. I would go with something that has a tube frame. A lot the trailer manufactures (pace, interstate, mirage, cargo mate, etc) use I beams and channel which don't hold up. They tend to crack and are not as torsional strong. There was a recent thread about a guys frame that cracked and the wall fell.

The strongest and best built trailer I have seen and used is the Charmac. It is all tube frame constructed and their build quality is way better then the others. There is a reason why it is more heavy because it has more steel. When going through frost heaves, chewed up mountain roads, etc, I would rather count on a strong trailer then a cheaper one.

Yes that was my thread,my Cargo Mate is under built....way to light of I beam.I will take pictures of the fix sometime over the weekend and post in the origional thread....

 

[TGitt]

I've done lots of research and have own many different brands. I would go with something that has a tube frame. A lot the trailer manufactures (pace, interstate, mirage, cargo mate, etc) use I beams and channel which don't hold up. They tend to crack and are not as torsional strong. There was a recent thread about a guys frame that cracked and the wall fell.

The strongest and best built trailer I have seen and used is the Charmac. It is all tube frame constructed and their build quality is way better then the others. There is a reason why it is more heavy because it has more steel. When going through frost heaves, chewed up mountain roads, etc, I would rather count on a strong trailer then a cheaper one.

That seems to make sense that it would be stronger, but won't a fully boxed tube frame lock moisture in and cause it to rust faster?

 

[MT rydn]

Thanks for the replies! I've done some research and I found in my area i found an 07 Pace 27' that is in really good condition, insulated, plywood floor, and no cabinets for $7500. Or I can get a brand new 2012 Mirage 26ft Xtreme or what ever they call it, insulated with the poly-bead floor for $8300. What are your opinions on these two trailers. I'm in no hurry and probably won't pull the trigger until this fall, but I'm kind of thinking a brand new Mirage sounds pretty good right now.

My 26' mirage xtreme is a 2009 and has been excellent. I know some older trailers even 2008 had problems. Mine has had none. I like the floor and the width which is wider than some. I frequently hauled 4 sleds or 3-4 four wheelers and lots of equipment, pushing it too the load range and on highways and nasty forest service roads. Pulled well and still appears to be holding up well.

 

[Pro-8250]

Trailer

I prefer Aluminum over steel for two reasons.
Weight.
Rust.
Here in Minnesota they use salt on the roads and it destroys trailers made of iron.

 

[05M7]

I prefer Aluminum over steel for two reasons.
Weight.
Rust.
Here in Minnesota they use salt on the roads and it destroys trailers made of iron.

X2
Pretty sad that 2005+ vehicles are already rusty. Thats why i put my trailer on a lift and pressure wash the underside after each trip.

Even though i couldnt afford a aluminum trailer this go around

I have a 2007 Eagle 28' with a steel frame. its a little cheaply built but its held up so far. one thing that is nice about a steel trailer is it pulls nice, wind doesnt affect it as much. Ive had this trailer about 4 years now and logged prolly 30,000+ miles on it without any problems. Im even impressed how well our Tahoe does pulling it as underpowered as it is.

However i am going featherlite in the near future. Ive been through their factory twice now and im very impressed with the work that goes into them. Even though their from IA

 

[dvader]

I was also interested in the Mirage because my brother has one. However I ended up buying a 'Look' trailer that is sold in Ogden and built south of Provo. It has the poly floor and is built on a tube frame. It also has a screw less attachment for the outer aluminum skin that looks very nice and is supposed to be better than the screws. You should at least take a look oa them since they are so close. Good luck.

 

[M8Chris]

TTTtanner have you found one yet?