TOWING, LAUNCHING, AND RETRIEVAL CHECKLIST
PRE-TOW CHECKLIST
_________ Check trailer tire pressures
_________ Trailer wheel bearings greased
_________ Trailer and tow vehicle lights and brakes – operating
_________ Boat steering mechanism – lubricated
_________ Tiedowns – secured
_________ Winch line – taut
_________ Winch anti-reverse gear – engaged
_________ Motor(s) – in traveling position
_________ Coupler – tight
_________ Hitch ball – lightly greased to reduce friction
_________ Safety chains – properly installed and secured
_________ Tongue jack – raised
_________ Spring bars – adjusted
_________ Boat canvas – down and secured
_________ Boat cover – secured
_________ Boating gear – secured
_________ Registration, proof of insurance, other documentation – present