PHASE
1 - January 13, 2001 - The
first phase of this project was to purchase a trailer that could
be modified to carry kayaks. I finally found one at the local
Home Depot.
Phase
2 - February 10, 2001 -
The second phase was to add wooden side rails. This will allow
me to carry camping supplies and also use the trailer for other
hauling tasks. My friend Leo assisted with this phase and the
final inspection was completed by his son Benjamin.
Phase
3 - March 18, 2001 - The third
phase of this project was to add the kayak rack. We started out
with a plan that ended up much too complicated and structurally
had a very weak point. We ended up with a much simpler design
based on the "strength of a triangle" which Leo credits
to Grandpa Alvarez's teachings. We ran out of time and there is
still more work to be completed, so we're adding Phase 4.
Phase
4 - March 25, 2001 - The fourth
and final phase included adding stabilizing straps and kayak tie-downs.
Of course, this phase also included the maiden voyage. Everything
worked like a charm and we're ready to hit the road and hit the
water!
