Important Accessories You Need for Your Snowmobile Trailer

If you’ve recently purchased a snowmobile trailer, you’re likely looking forward to loading up your snowmobile and hitting the nearest nature trails before the winter season ends. However, before you take off with your new trailer in tow, we strongly encourage you to read through our article below. In it, you’ll find a list of important accessories you’ll need to have on hand to ensure you and your snowmobile stay safe while hauling your new trailer.

Hauling Accessories

Unlike other off-roading vehicles, a snowmobile makes use of skegs rather than wheels to help them glide over snow and ice. As a result, they’re a bit harder to tie down and secure than other vehicles. A traction mat is a great alternative to wheel chocks and will ensure your snowmobile stays perfectly in place as you drive. However, you’ll also want to purchase a few durable tie-down cords or straps to make sure your vehicle stays close to the floor if you were to hit any bumps or dips in the road. While most snowmobile trailers will come with a helpful bar to attach your straps to, you may need to install one if your trailer is missing this important tool. 

Safety Accessories 

Because snowmobiles can only be used on ice and snow, it’s common to need to navigate your trailer through inclement weather. To ensure you’re staying safe out on the road, we encourage you to purchase a few helpful winter accessories such as snow tires or chains to help you get around. Emergency kits, including flares, kitty litter, a heat source, and emergency food and water, are also helpful accessories to bring along. Finally, a car insurance policy that covers the price of a tow truck may also be helpful if you ever end up stuck and in need of some help. 

If you’re located nearby in Salt Lake City or Provo, Utah, we hope you’ll visit us here at Mountain West Trailers for all of your trailer needs! Our location here in Heber City, Utah offers a wide variety of helpful accessories and parts, as well as repairs and financing services, if you’re still on the hunt for a high-quality snowmobile trailer.