Cradle for a Bayfield 29

jskrypek · #1 (**permalink**) 09-25-2008

Can anyone give me some measurements on a cradle for a Bayfield 29. I need to build one for winter storage.

I am going to be shipping the boat in a few months and someone told me they need the cradle to ship so they could put the cradle and boat on the trailer together. Is that typical?

Thanks

sander06 · #2 (**permalink**) 09-25-2008

The use of a cradle for shipping is fairly common. Some transporters use a Brownell Hydraulic Lift Trailer that dispenses with a cradle. When we shipped out boat, a 28-foot, six-ton cutter, we sold out cradle for $50 to the boatyard since our transporter had a Brownell.

jskrypek · #3 (**permalink**) 09-25-2008

Thanks for the shipping info. I'm going to need the cradle for winter storage no matter what so it is just a matter of getting one before or after shipping.

AjariBonten · #4 (**permalink**) 11-14-2008

jskrypek ....

Do you own a Bayfield 29? If so, would you care to comment on it?

I looked at one today (very briefly) and I'd like to know more about them.

Fred

jskrypek · #5 (**permalink**) 11-14-2008

I don't own one but am waiting on a survey to make a purchase. There is an active yahoo group that has plenty of information. Seems like a fine boat. Little small for a 29' but excellent construction.

AjariBonten · #6 (**permalink**) 11-15-2008

Thanks, js

I've since done a little bit of web research; and your impression seems to be a common one. I might take a closer look at the one I walked by yesterday.