Quote from: NowhereMan on March 16, 2024, 10:43:27 AM

I don't have one to sell, but I'm a fan of my Trailex.

Actually I had one question, do you think it would work to store my Outback long term on the Trailerx SUT-220-S trailer in my garage? I'm worried about deforming my hull

Also looks like the trailerx is 125 pounds and the Malone ecolight is 145 pounds as well which is less of a difference than I expected, I wonder if there would actually be a noticeable difference towing

I store my AI on my trailer with DIY bunks made from 2" PVC electrical conduit. You could also use the official Hobie bunks, if you are worried about warranty issues, but I think the PVC probably provides better support.

I pull my trailer with a Subaru Crosstrek, and it's almost like it's not there, and I'm sure 20 lbs more for the Malone won't make any difference in that respect. I can also use the trailer like a dolly, as I can easily move it around by hand.

I don't have one to sell, but I'm a fan of my Trailex. But, I think the ultimate would be the (very expensive) Yakima Rack and Roll. Speaking of which, this one on Craigslist looks too good to be true--and it probably is, as I've tried contacting the poster several times, and have not gotten any response.:

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/tro/d/menlo-park-yakima-multi-sport-trailer/7718707579.html

They are out of stock at west coast sailing, eBay, and every dealer I have called coast-to-coast. The “ships in 3-6 weeks” on west coast sailings site is just a way of saying “we can get one when Hobie has them again.” CCK told me per the Hobie shortage list updated 2/27 they were “researching “

Since I make my own solid crank arms, and I have multiple mirage drives, I've got a few spare stock crank arms. Here's a right-side one. You could borrow it--no hurry to get it back, as I'll never use it again.

Quote from: ThreemoneyJ on March 11, 2024, 08:12:39 AM

I’m just glad it’s not on the upper part of the leg 

Or the "third leg".

Maybe he saves that for the really big ones...

Enquiring minds want to know...

I think that is the one that Sonny bought from me. It’s a great boat, and that’s a good price—if I had space to store it, I’d buy it!

Makes me glad I didn’t spring for a Hobie yet. They’re a great company but this shows even they can have their problems

I'm curious whether Hobie is having more, less, or the same number of problems as they've had in the past. The Hobie forum used to be extremely active, with people from Hobie constantly monitoring and interacting with customers. Then it was easy to see when any problems popped up. Unfortunately, the new ownership has de-emphasized the Hobie forum--it's pretty much dead now, and I wouldn't be surprised if they eventually pull the plug on it.

Launched Bo four times and 4 yardsales on landing.....

This makes me feel better. I've been there 2x and crashed 2x (once on launch, just as I was passing a surfer, and once when landing).