Innovative Towing Products for 2019, Part 2

Welcome back for Part 2 of our list of must-see innovative towing products. (Check out Part 1 here.) Some are brand new for 2019 and some are age-old, fan-faves. But they’re all guaranteed to add a little reliability, safety, and convenience to your summertime adventures.

Weigh Safe

Crafted with care and precision, using state-of-the-art equipment and locally sourced materials, Weigh Safe’s products are engineered to be lightweight and long-lasting. With a 100% Made-in-America guarantee and a few enviable SEMA awards under its belt, this Utah-based company takes safe towing to the next level.

Hooking to trailers like any other ball mount, Weigh Safe’s Drop Hitch uses a small built-in gauge that measures down force with hydraulic fluid. This then activates a scale that accurately and clearly lets you know if your load distribution is too little or too much on the ball mount. (Talk about eliminating hassle!)

Alternately, the company’s Universal Tow Ball lets you add this revolutionary convenience to your current trailer hitch set up, as the tongue weight scale is built into the hitch ball. Plus, a clamshell tow ball converter provides the ability to tow trailers with both 2” and 2-5/16” couplers.

And for you frequent flyers seeking a simple way to switch trailers without having to install a new tow ball, look no further than Weigh Safe’s 180° Hitch. Constructed of aircraft-grade aluminum and stainless steel, its quick and easy turnover adjustments will have you on your way in no time.

PullRite

A proven manufacturer with over 40 years of designing innovative towing products such as fifth-wheel hitches, short bed truck hitches, and travel trailer hitches, PullRite strives to exceed customer expectations with new technology and well-crafted products.

The company’s line of SuperGlide hitches are a go-to solution for short bed towing, as they are the only fully automatic sliding hitches available for short box trucks. During operation, the SuperGlide cam arm automatically moves the hitch and trailer away from the cab—meaning you don’t have to get out the cab to make manual adjustments.

The forerunner of this technology, the Traditional Series SuperGlide, remains a viable solution for older models. Designed to sit lower in the bed, it accommodates the low bed rails of older short-bed trucks. The ISR Series (Industry Standard Rail) offers more power of choice, providing both a quality new fifth wheel option as well as an easy upgrade to existing manual slide hitches, thanks to the system’s tabbed base feet that install directly onto any industry standard rail.

PullRite’s newest offering, the OE Puck Series SuperGlide, installs directly to the factory underbed four-point mounting system with no tools required. Even better, when customers opt for the SuperRail mounting system, all base rails can quickly and easily be removed, allowing for a clean truck bed when not towing and no need to carve chunks out of bed mats and liners.

Blue Ox

We mentioned Blue Ox in Part 1 of our list of innovative towing products. But this safety-minded manufacturer has another high-quality product worth seeing.

Debuting to significant fanfare at SEMA 2017, Blue Ox’s Ascent Tow Bar is an excellent product option for travelers seeking a safe and simple dinghy hook-up. Towing an about-town vehicle behind your RV makes campsite and local traveling easier. But it does come with its own safety concern—namely, how you plan to attach it to your motorhome. The Ascent Tow Bar alleviates those worries.

Rated for an impressive 7,500-pound towing capacity, the Ascent weighs only 31 pounds! The secret is in its aircraft-grade aluminum construction, which allows it to remain light-weight and easy-to-handle, but strong enough to stand up to some serious towing. Throw in a 3-axis swivel design that makes hook-up a breeze, legs that are a full 2” longer than the standard tow bar, and the company’s patented non-binding latches, and you’ve got yourself one helluva smart investment.

There’s no centering pin, so the unit is easy to fold up and store. And your purchase comes complete with safety cables, rubber boots, and a 3-year warranty.

It’s also worth mentioning that the Ascent Tow Bar doesn’t just perform well—it looks pretty fresh, too. Finished with a Diamond Vogel metallic powder coating, the unit stands up to bad weather and heavy use, while also complementing a lot of modern coach designs.

Trailer Valet

Providing the first and only tongue jack dolly system with the ability to safely pivot, position, and move a trailer with ease, Trailer Valet is the tool you need to solve your trailer maneuverability woes.

Tired of trying to finagle your trailer into the perfect spot? Check out Trailer Valet’s 5X dolly. Capable of handling most trailers weighing up to 5,000 pounds, it features high-quality parts, an automatic brake, and dual 9” tires. Going bigger? Go with the XL model. This bad boy tackles trailers up to 10,000 pounds with easier cranking and a drill bit adapter for motorized operation. The new XL Pro further pushes the envelope by accommodating trailers up to 12,000 pounds and adding easy-grip handlebars and a built-in 60V brushless drill, further improving operation comfort and safety.

If you like your innovative towing products to also be high-tech and next-gen, then the revolutionary self-motorized and remote-controlled unit, the RVR, might be more your speed. Available in three models ranging from 3,500 lb., 5,500 lb., and 9,000 lb. capacities, it features a rechargeable lithium-ion battery providing 30 minutes of runtime, a 40-foot remote range, and heavy-duty caterpillar threads that can tackle any terrain. (This is one tool you won’t be lending out to the neighbor.)

TireMinder

With a full line of Wireless Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) and premium tire gauges, TireMinder is dedicated to providing top quality products that enhance the security and well-being of its customers while employing environmentally-friendly construction and operation.

New for 2019 is the TireMinder Trailer TPMS, a solar-powered and window-mounted tire monitor, specially designed for dual or single axle trailers running 70 PSI or less. Available in 2-tire or 4-tire monitoring capabilities, the system features a monocrystalline solar panel, durable lithium battery, and color LCD display screen which provides tire pressure and temperature readings. And a hardwired signal booster ensures reliable connectivity.

The company’s tire gauges are available in both mechanical and digital formats and promise accurate, easy-to-read results. New to the lineup are the 6-in-1 Digital Tire Gauge and High Precision Digital RV Gauge. The former features +/- 1 PSI precision from a 5-150 PSI pressure range with a clear LED backlight display, plus added functionality as a flashlight, emergency window shattering hammer, and seat belt cutter. The latter provides equally accurate readings in a premium all-metal construction with two interchangeable heads (straight and 45°), bright green backlight display, and flashlight capability.

Don’t be THAT guy at the campsite sporting unreliable, unsafe, or complicated equipment. Whether thanks to revolutionary technology or just good old clever mechanics, these items take innovative towing products to the next level.