Monthly Archives: December 2010

Spotlight on Cargo Trailers

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You may not have a need for livestock trailers, horse trailers or a dumpster trailer, but you may need a cargo trailer on more than on ocassion!  Why?

Cargo trailers are beneficial to those who are hauling large loads from one destination to another.  It’s simple, easy to use and can be towed by a truck.  You can use a cargo trailer to haul debris, items from a move, job site materials, bicycles and much more.  There are different types of cargo trailers available to suit your individual needs.  Golden Gait Trailers, America’s premier dealer and manufacturer of trailers and speciality trucks, can assist you in finding the best cargo trailer for you.

Golden Gait Trailers provides the top four brands of enclosed cargo trailers which are Featherlite, Pace American, Haulmark and Continental Cargo.

  • Featherlite is one of the top brands of trailers available as it is known for being the oldest all-aluminum trailer brand in the U.S.  Featherlite 1610 series is the only all aluminum enclosed cargo trailer with an 8 year warranty, you can select a length ranging from 8′ to 18′. The trailer is 6′ 7″ wide with a height ranging from 5′ to 7′ on the indside.
  • Pace American is also an industry leader when it comes to trailers.  It is one of the largest enclosed cargo and automotive trailer manufacturers in the world.  Pace American trailers provide quality standard features through the design and manufacturing process.  The quality is second-to-none and one of the most popular enclosed cargo trailer brands available.
  • Haulmark is another very well-known brand of trailers.  The trailers are built with wonderful features that many people look for in a trailer.  Haulmark makes quality utility trailers, cargo trailers, car haulers, auto trailers, race trailers, motorcycle trailers among many others.
  • Continental Cargo has an array of different enclosed cargo trailers available.  Golden Gait Trailers is proud to provide another wonderful brand of trailers to our customers.  Continental Cargo Value Hauler with it’s V-Nose and one piece aluminum roof is the best value on the market.

No matter what type of trailer you are looking for, Golden Gait Trailers has something for you!  Be sure to check out our array of cargo trailers as well as all of our other trailer options!

Golden Gait Trailers would like to wish you and your loved ones a very happy new year!

Ring in the New Year with Golden Gait Trailers!

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The holidays are only a few days away and 2010 is coming to an end.  To ring in the new year, check out what Golden Gait Trailers has in store for you!

Golden Gait Trailers is America’s premier trailer dealer and manufacturer of trailers and specialty trucks.  Aside from being located in North Carolina, Golden Gait provides trailers, specialty trucks, accessories, and trailer parts to those all over!  The brands that GGT offers are top-of-the-line and well-known to many including Featherlite, Pace, E-Z Loader, Bri-Mar, Haulmark, Continental Cargo and much more!

Thought about purchasing a trailer and need help?  With the assistance of a GGT representative, we can find exactly what you are looking for!  We sell a wide selection of boat trailers, horse trailers, livestock trailers, open car haulers, enclosed car haulers, cargo trailers, motorcycle trailers, utlity trailers, dump trailers, equipment trailers, dumpster boxes, vending and concession trailers, motorhomes, toterhomes, RVs among others!  Worried about purchasing your trailer?  GGT has a wonderful financing department that can assist with your every need with an array of different finance options.

Looking for trailer parts?  Golden Gait has a excellent online trailer parts store for you to conduct searches and view products by category.  Golden Gait Trailers is truly your one-stop-shop for all of your trailer and specialty truck needs.  Ring in 2011 right and stop by GGT!

Golden Gait Trailers is wishing you and your loved ones a very happy and safe holiday season and new year!

Why Rent a Trailer?

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There is a large selection of different trailers available for an array of uses.  Many people who are looking to purchase a trailer typically need it on a regular basis.  Those who are seeking a boat trailer will generally use it frequently because they will need to haul their boat to and from a marina.  Those who are looking for a livestock or horse trailer are most likely going to need it for many years.

But what if you only need a trailer temporarily?  Perhaps you are working on a project and only need the trailer for a few days.  With so many trailer dealers out there, it is hard to pick and choose to find the company that suits you best.  Not to mention, there are not many trailer dealers who will allow you to rent a trailer.  Sometimes, renting a trailer is the best route to go and a more practical option for you or your business.

Golden Gait Trailers is one of the biggest trailer dealers in the Southeast.  With many different types of trailers, RVs, motorcoaches, motorhomes and specialty trucks to choose from, you simply cannot go wrong.  Golden Gait Trailers also allows you to rent a trailer whether it is for a few days, a week or even a month!  Golden Gait provides a variety of plans to suit your individual needs.  Whether you are looking for a open utility trailer, dump trailer, enclosed cargo trailer or car trailer, we have something for you!

For those who are attending a car show and need to haul their vehicle, this would be a great way to do it without having to go out and purchase your own car trailer.  Contractors can use a dump trailer to clear out debris from a job site.  The possibilities are simply endless.  For those of you who are hesitant about buying a trailer for cost-saving purposes or feel that it is impractical to have long-term, renting is a fabulous option that Golden Gait Trailers can provide you with!

Golden Gait provides the highest quality trailers around and represents top manufacturers in the industry including Featherlite, Haulmark, Pace, Continental Cargo, E-Z Loader and Bri-Mar.  Our service is impeccable and second-to-none.  Have any questions regarding renting or purchasing a trailer?  Be sure to contact one of our customer service representatives who will be more than happy to assist you in your search.

Spotlight on GGT and the Online Trailer Parts Store

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Golden Gait Trailers recently added a new section of the website which is the GGT Online Trailer Parts Store.  Golden Gait Trailers specializes in selling trailers, trailer accessories and trailer parts from many different top ranked manufacturers.  Whether you are in need of a horse trailer, livestock trailer, cargo trailer, motorcycle trailer, boat trailer, dump trailer, or even a toterhome or motorhome, GGT has you covered!  In need of specific parts for your trailer?  Why go anywhere else other than Golden Gait?  Especially if you can access a trailer parts store online!

Golden Gait Trailers has a large supply of of the finest trailer parts, truck accessories and trailer accessories to fix, upgrade or customize your trailer or truck.  In need of Air Dams or Honda Generators?  GGT has a selection to choose from. To access Golden Gait Trailers’ online parts store, simply use the side navigation of http://www.goldengait.com and click on “online trailer parts”.  Next, you have the choice of using the “quick search” tool to use a keyword, advance search to specifically search for a type of part you need, or you can go to “categories” to narrow down what you are looking for.

As you can see, GGT has everything from hitch balls and ball mounts to trailer jacks and trailer brakes!  The greatest features of the online parts function on Golden Gait’s website is located at the top navigation where you can view specials and see new products that have recently come in.  Whether you need a quick fix for your trailer and need simply one trailer part or you are in need of many, Golden Gait has a wide variety of different parts and proudly offers the highest quality brands with unbeatable prices!

During the holidays is one of the best times to shop on GGT’s website!  Looking to give a unique gift to a loved one or perhaps you are looking to treat yourself?  Golden Gait not only has parts for you to search for but a number of different types of trailers, motorhomes and RVs for sale – both new and used.  GGT is a proud supplier of top brands such as Featherlite, Pace, Haulmark, Continental Cargo, E-Z Loader, and Bri-Mar.  Golden Gait, which is located in Concord, North Carolina also has a full-service facility that can work with both aluminum and steel and can perform a variety of custom work, from Full Interior Remodel to Trailer Awning and Tent Structures to Custom Aluminum Air Dams and much more.

Let Golden Gait Trailers be your one-stop shop for trailer parts, trailers, trailer accessories, motorhomes, toterhomes, RVs and more!  With a user friendly website and incredible customer service, what more can you ask for in a trailer and trailer parts supplier?  Looking for something you can’t find on the website?  Be sure to contact customer service as one of the friendly and reliable customer services representatives will be more than happy to assist you.

The Joy of Using Your Boat Begins with a Good Boat Trailer!

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For many people, owning a boat is a dream that they’ve had that they have made become a reality.  Many people like to enjoy their time on the lake with friends and family while enjoying the sweet, summer sun.  But actually owning the boat is only part of being a boat owner.  In the colder months where you may not use your boat as frequently (or at all), it makes sense to have somewhere for your boat to reside.  However, many factors come into play including convenience, price and location.

Owning a boat can be costly anyway between actually purchasing it and maintaining it so that it runs properly.  But what happens when you want to keep your boat near a lake or at a marina?  The price can be astronomical and it can become more troublesome than it is actually worth.  Although keeping your boat at the marina can be convenient, it could potentially be a nuisance if you want to take it somewhere other than that particular lake or body of water.

Using a trailer to tow your boat is an excellent solution as it is more cost effective and is extremely convenient for those who want to take it to multiple different places.  Instead of paying a fortune to keep it docked at the marina, using a boat trailer will allow you to have access to your boat at all times while not paying outrageous amounts of money while having the convenience of towing it wherever your heart desires.

If you are interested in a boat trailer but unfamiliar with how to go about finding one that best suits your needs, below are some helpful tips that may help you in your search.

Size of the Trailer. The size of the trailer you need will ultimately depend on the size of your boat.  You can automatically eliminate trailers that are too small or too large in size for your boat.  Using a trailer that is not a sufficient size for a boat can be both dangerous and costly in the end if something were to break.  It is important to get the most appropriately sized trailer to ensure the safety of your boat.  Trailer hitches will also come into play as they are ranked in four classes by the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating depending on the size of your trailer.

Type of Trailer. Choosing the type of trailer you need can be quite difficult, especially when you have never purchased a boat trailer before.  Float-on trailers allow the boat to float free when it is in the water.  This can ultimately be the easiest to use for those who have little experience using a boat trailer.  Roll-off trailers allow the boat to roll off of the trailer but may be slightly more difficult to use and more expensive than a float-on trailer.  There are also many different brands of trailers – some may be preferred by most than others.  Be sure to do your research to find the boat trailer that suits you best.  A starting point would be to research E Z Loader Boat Trailers, as it is a great brand with fantastic prices and a wonderful reputation.

Trailer Maintenance. When looking for an excellent trailer for your boat, it is important to remember that the amount of maintenance that is needed on your trailer can increase costs.  It is critical for you to familiarize yourself with the types of trailers out there and the maintenance they require.  Maintenance that is typically done on a trailer would involve some of the same elements of what a car may need including tires, axles, brakes, lights and electrical parts and more.  The maintenance required on a trailer will have to do with how much it is used and where it is used.

Be sure to do your research and use our helpful hints to find the best boat trailer for you.  Using a boat trailer will be convenient and more cost-efficient in the long run while allowing you to enjoy your boat to the fullest.  For more information on boat trailers and other trailers, please contact Golden Gait Trailers.