The team had several design specifications in mind for the trailer. It also had to be light enough to be towed by Georgia Tech vans, adhere to all highway regulations and have a strong framework for rigorous travel. When the Georgia Tech Canoe and Kayak Club pulls up at a race, their presence will be known because of this trailer. The entire right side of the trailer will open up in two large doors that support an optional canvas for shade. Once the doors are open, the kayaks can be unloaded onto the grass surrounding the trailer.
Student athletes can pull up sleeping bags and pads on the wooden floor to save on hotel fees.
This is an entirely new concept to kayak trailers. Hagler recently earned kudos for his work with the trailer, garnering a College of Architecture Student Service Award from Dean Thomas Galloway. Ty is an exceptional student. It is both refreshing and encouraging for all of us to see this level of dedication and leadership in our students. Once the students completed their initial designs for the trailer, they contracted two manufacturers to build them according to specifications.