What’s new at Venture Trailers

What Venture Trailers does before a trailer goes into production — and why it makes all the difference for dealers and boat buyers alike. Most people don't give the trailer much thought. They buy the boat, they buy the motor, maybe they spend a Saturday debating the right fish finder and then they order a trailer to haul it all. That's understandable. Trailers aren't glamorous. But here's the thing: a trailer that doesn't fit properly isn't just inconvenient.

Every so often, a dealer calls with a bid in hand that looks nothing like a standard trailer order. The spec sheet calls out a specific I-beam size, a particular coating, a tongue jack rated to an exact capacity, and a brake system spec'd down to the material grade of the hardware.

Choosing a boat trailer manufacturer to partner with your dealership is a lot more than just comparing trailer specs. When looking at potential partners, you also have to consider how reliable their inventory is, how they support the growth of your dealership, what you can expect with pricing - especially during disruptions, and what kind of person-to-person support the team provides.

Boat trailers operate in some of the harshest conditions any piece of equipment faces: saltwater immersion, road vibration, UV exposure, and long stretches of sitting completely unused. That combination accelerates wear in ways that aren't always visible until something fails. A little consistent maintenance goes a long way toward keeping your trailer road-ready, so you can get on the water quickly and reliably.

Goodhue Boat Company is no small operation. Founded in 1903, the company has grown to 12 locations across the country, with plans to reach 14 in the coming months and two to four more added each year after that. They represent some of the biggest names in boating, including Cobalt, Mastercraft, Malibu, Harris, Boston Whaler, and more.

As boating season ramps up, dealers play a critical role in helping customers avoid one of the most common (and preventable) springtime headaches: a trailer that isn't ready for the road. Across the country, boat owners are dusting off their covers, charging their batteries, and dreaming about their first day back on the water.

When you run a dealership that sells everything from classic cars to high-performance boats, you learn quickly that every supplier relationship matters. For Geneva Motorcars in Darien, Wisconsin, just 20 minutes from Lake Geneva, boat trailers are a critical part of the customer experience, especially in the summer when boat sales make up 30-40% of their business.

Venture Trailers has published its full calendar of 2026 boat shows across North America. The list includes major events from January through April with dates and locations for dozens of regional and national shows for marine enthusiasts, dealers, and buyers. Explore where and when to attend next season.

For Amber Hicks of Krenzer Marine in Sodus Point, New York, choosing a trailer partner is simple: Venture Trailers is always the first call. Amber has been selling boats at Krenzer Marine for 14 years, and Venture has been a partner for as long as she can remember. Located on the south shore of Lake Ontario, Krenzer serves a wide range of customers – from 16-foot fishing boats to 60-foot cruisers – making reliable, versatile trailers essential to their business.

Venture Trailers proudly launches its newly redesigned website—built for a faster, smarter user experience. With streamlined parts ordering, enhanced dealer tools, and a refreshed brand look, it’s a bold step forward in serving our customers and partners even better.

After the Army, Carrie Found a Second Home with Venture Trailers. After transitioning out of the Army in 2016, Carrie Vobian was ready for a new path. Through a friend, she connected with the Van Slyke family who hired her to help out around their home and farm with everything from organizing closets to picking up kids from football practice. “I loved it,” she laughed. “One day I’d be feeding chickens, the next day programming their home lighting system.”

In an industry where handshake deals still matter and reputation carries more weight than marketing budgets, Venture Trailers has carved out something rare: a manufacturing philosophy that treats innovation not as disruption, but as evolution.

When it comes to shallow water fishing, few names carry the weight of Rock Proof Boats. Founded on the Susquehanna River in Marysville, PA, Rock Proof has built its reputation around high-performance jet boats tough enough to skim rocky rivers without fear of damage.

At Venture Trailers, innovation does not mean pursuing shiny objects or holding a brainstorming session once every few years. It’s a daily practice. “If there’s one thing Matt and I are always doing,” says Stephanie Van Slyke, CEO of Venture Trailers, “it’s looking around and asking, ‘How can we make this better?’

Maritime Solutions partnered with Venture Trailers to better serve customers with reliable, high-quality trailers. The collaboration brought improved lead times, stronger communication, and dependable support—helping the dealership grow while staying true to its commitment to quality and service.